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Engine Assembly Technician II (A Shift)

Kent, WA 98032

Posted: 04/08/2025 Employment Type: Contract Department: Blue Origin - Contract Job Number: 30338 Industry: AERO - Aerospace

Job Description


Position Title: Engine Assembly Technician II (A Shift)

Position Description: Protingent Staffing has an exciting contract Engine Assembly Technician II opportunity with our client in Kent, WA.

Job Responsibilities:
  • Integrate, test, functionally verify, and troubleshoot hydraulic and pneumatically actuated cryogenic valves, systems and components.
  • Perform intermediate and/or depot level component maintenance, inspection, and repair.
  • Assist engineers in reviewing and developing design concepts, tooling, test hardware and providing feedback for improvements.
  • Follow, review, improve and provide feedback on work instructions for complex mechanical systems and installations.
  • Safely work with chemical and/or high-pressure hazardous systems.
  • Ensure tasks are performed on schedule, safely and in a professional manner.
  • Rapidly adapt to changing roles while working in a challenging high-paced work environment.
  • Show Innovation and accountability in the improvement of processes and the efficiency of operations and the work area.
  • Maintain inventory of parts and equipment for assembly, test, and maintenance of valve related systems.
  • Support overtime required for integration tasks or test campaigns.


Job Qualifications:
  • 3-5 years’ experience in aerospace, aircraft, R&D or related industrial or defense fields.
  • Strong attention to detail, desire to solve problems, and drive to resolve technical issues.
  • Ability to lift items up to 40 lbs. and use lifting equipment and machinery for heavier hardware.
  • Must possess a strong work ethic, prove ability to follow direction, and meet expectations.
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical manuals.
  • Physically able to climb ladders and stairs.
  • Good verbal and written communication skills and ability to interface with software systems, databases and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion


Job Details:
  • Job Type: Contract
  • Location: Kent, WA.
  • Pay Rate: $37-42/hr.
  • ITAR obligations are associated with this role, U.S. citizenship, U.S. legal permanent resident status, or protected person status under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a) (1), (3) is required.


Benefits Package: Protingent offers competitive salaries, insurance plan options (HDHP plan or POS plan), education/certification reimbursement, pre-tax commuter benefits, Paid Time Off (PTO), and an administered 401k plan.

About Protingent: Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation — from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.

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