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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Hardware-in-the-Loop Testbed Lead - Transfer Stage - **Company:** Blue Origin - **Location:** Seattle, WA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $145,188.0 - $203,263.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Biometrics, Hardware Design, Hardware-In-The-Loop Simulation, Radio-Frequency Identification, Test Management, Jama (Software), Data Processing - **Published:** August 26, 2026 - **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/main/sendform/8/8/28176/1/18068256?backUrl=%2Fcareer%2F18068256%2FHardware-In-The-Loop-Testbed-Lead-Transfer-Stage-Washington-Seattle ## About the Role * B.S. degree in Engineering * Highly knowledgeable of spacecraft electrical systems including command and data handling, electrical power systems, and RF systems. * Proven experience developing hardware in the loop test labs. * Ability to work collaboratively in a fast paced, dynamic work environment. * Ability to build consensus amongst multiple customers and stakeholders, balance multiple priorities and deliver meaningful results. * Excellent written and oral communication skills. Preferred Qualifications: * Successful candidates typically have8+ years of relevant experience * M.S. in Aerospace, Mechanical, Systems, Software, Electrical, or related technical subject area * Experience with the development of simulations for avionics interfaces. * Experience working on a verification program for a complex spaceflight or aviation system. * Experience with requirements and V&V tracking tools, preferably using JAMA. * Experience with certification of flight readiness process for a new system. * Experience with NASA lunar, deep space, or planetary missions. * Experience working on large complex programs with multiple partners. ## Description * Perform all stages of design, build, integration, certification, troubleshooting, maintenance, and operation or the VTB. * Lead a team through all phases of development while providing technical guidance. * Define functional capabilities of the VTB. * Coordinate with the vehicle subsystem teams to define their test requirements and to integrate their subsystems in the VTB. * Work with test management on VTB staff plans, non-labor cost estimates, and the VTB schedule. * Lead tiger teams for problem investigation and resolution., Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S.as a refugee or granted asylum. 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