Electrical Systems Engineer III

Blue Origin

6d • Onsite

About The Position

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! The role is part of the In-Space Systems business unit, which is focused on addressing two of the most compelling challenges in spaceflight today: space infrastructure and increasing mobility on-orbit. The role is part of the In-Space Systems business unit, which is focused on addressing two of the most compelling challenges in spaceflight today: space infrastructure and increasing mobility on-orbit. Special Mentions: Position is based in Seattle, WA Relocation assistance is available Travel requirements: Less than 25% Requires Top Secret security clearance

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related technical field
• 5+ years of experience in spacecraft electrical systems engineering
• Demonstrated experience with at least one of the following: command & data handling subsystems, avionics, or electrical power subsystems
• Knowledge of spacecraft electrical interfaces and standards
• Experience with power budget development and analysis
• Familiarity with wire harness design and connectivity solutions for space applications
• Understanding of systems engineering principles and processes
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or Systems Engineering
• 7+ years of experience in spacecraft electrical systems design and integration
• Experience with payload accommodation and integration for spacecraft
• Knowledge of spacecraft bus architectures and subsystem interactions
• Experience with MIL-STD-1553, SpaceWire, CAN, or other spacecraft data bus protocols
• Familiarity with electrical ground support equipment (EGSE) development and operation
• Experience with requirements development and management for electrical systems
• Knowledge of EMI/EMC considerations for spacecraft
• Experience with FPGA or embedded software development
• Background in Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) methodologies
• Experience with technical risk assessment and mitigation strategies for electrical systems

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical systems and interfaces for spacecraft and payloads, with a specific focus on Blue Ring applications
• Create and analyze power budgets to ensure adequate electrical power for mission operations
• Design and specify wire harness connectivity solutions that meet spacecraft requirements for reliability, mass, and performance
• Develop and implement command and data handling architectures for spacecraft subsystems and payloads
• Define and document electrical interfaces between spacecraft bus and payloads, including power and data requirements
• Perform trade studies to evaluate electrical design alternatives against mission requirements
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure electrical systems integration with mechanical, thermal, and software systems
• Develop electrical test plans and procedures to verify system performance
• Analyze electrical system failures and implement corrective actions
• Support technical reviews and design milestone presentations
• Create and maintain electrical system documentation, including schematics, interface control documents, and test reports
• Identify and mitigate technical risks related to electrical systems
• Ensure compliance with applicable standards and requirements for spacecraft electrical systems
• Mentor junior engineers on electrical design best practices for space applications

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program.
• Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.
• Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion.
• Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees