Facilities Electrician III

Blue Origin · Van Horn, TX

Posted Aug 4, 2026 · full time

Est. total comp~$93K–$160K

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Application close date: Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed. At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight! 

Join our Luxembourg team where your expertise directly contributes to humanity's greatest adventure, while maintaining the work-life harmony that makes great engineering possible. Be part of a collaborative, inclusive culture where safety and technical excellence drive every decision as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight from the heart of Europe.

Description: As part of a small, passionate and accomplished team of experts, you will be responsible for repairing, testing, constructing, activating and maintaining Electrical, COMM and Fire Detection System required to support the West Texas site. This is a hands-on position focused on electrical facility repair, construction, activation and preventive maintenance. Facilities include launch vehicle manufacturing, integration and test; launch Site, and launch command and control centers. This position will directly influence the history of space exploration and will require your dedicated commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable spaceflight. …

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Required 5 items

Education: High school diploma or equivalent

Experience: 4+ years of experience

Certifications and licenses: Registered apprenticeship completion, Valid driver's license

Clearance and work authorization: US citizenship

Preferred 2 items

Certifications and licenses: CDL Class B

Clearance and work authorization: US person (ITAR / export control)

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Crew department: Life Support

Skills this kind of role usually asks for:

Thermal and fluid systems
Sensors and controls
Reliability and redundancy
Test and verification
Reading P&IDs

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