Electrical Systems Engineer III

BLUE ORIGIN•Los Angeles, WA

13d•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. Blue Origin's National Security is at the forefront of developing cutting-edge spacecraft technology that safeguards America's interests in space. As an Electrical Systems Engineer III, you will design and implement mission-critical electrical systems for our revolutionary Blue Ring spacecraft platform, a highly maneuverable multi-mission spacecraft supporting national security operations. This role offers unique challenges in spacecraft electrical design within a classified environment, where your expertise will directly contribute to enhancing our nation's space capabilities. You'll collaborate with a team of exceptional engineers dedicated to solving complex problems and advancing space technology for national security applications. This position combines technical innovation with meaningful impact, offering a rare opportunity to shape the future of secure space infrastructure.

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

Nice To Haves

Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance
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
Previous work experience in national security space programs

Responsibilities

Design and develop electrical systems and interfaces for spacecraft and payloads, with a specific focus on Blue Ring applications for national security missions
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
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
Identify and mitigate technical risks related to electrical systems for national security spacecraft
Mentor junior engineers on electrical design best practices for space applications