Electrical Systems Engineer Level II
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! This role is part of the Emerging Systems Business Unit, which will shape the future of our in-space infrastructure capabilities. Special Mentions: This position is part of Blue Origin's TeraWave business unit, a newly announced satellite communications network designed to deliver symmetrical data speeds of up to 6 Tbps anywhere on Earth. TeraWave consists of 5,408 optically interconnected satellites in low Earth orbit (LEO) and medium Earth orbit (MEO), providing enterprise-grade connectivity for critical operations.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related technical field
- 3+ years of experience in electrical engineering, with at least 2 years specifically in spacecraft or satellite electrical systems
- Demonstrated experience with spacecraft electrical harness design, connector selection, and general input/output interfaces
- Proficiency in electrical analysis techniques and familiarity with industry standards for space applications (NASA-STD-8739.4A, IPC/WHMA-A-620 Space Addendum)
- Experience with electrical CAD tools and documentation systems
- Strong understanding of EMI/EMC principles and design practices for space applications
- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
Nice To Haves
- Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
- 5+ years of experience in spacecraft electrical systems design
- Direct experience with high-speed data transmission systems and optical communications
- Knowledge of space-grade materials and components for electrical systems
- Experience with satellite constellation design and operations
- Familiarity with New Glenn launch vehicle interfaces and requirements
- Experience with ECSS or NASA electrical standards and compliance
- Background in system-level and circuit-level modeling and simulation
- Experience with power distribution systems for spacecraft
- Knowledge of radiation effects on electrical components and mitigation techniques
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and optimize spacecraft electrical systems with specific focus on harness design, connector selection, and general input/output interfaces for the TeraWave satellite constellation
- Create and maintain detailed electrical system documentation including wiring diagrams, interface control documents, and test procedures
- Develop and implement electrical harness designs that meet stringent space-grade requirements for reliability, thermal management, and EMI/EMC compatibility
- Select appropriate connectors and interconnect solutions that can withstand the harsh space environment while maintaining signal integrity
- Perform electrical analyses including Worst Case Circuit Analysis (WCCA), part stress analysis, signal integrity, and power integrity
- Conduct Failure Mode, Effects, and Criticality Analysis (FMECA) for electrical systems and components
- Provide general electrical systems design support to other subsystems including avionics power, thermal, communications, and payload teams
- Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to ensure electrical system compatibility and integration
- Develop test plans and procedures to verify electrical system performance and compliance with requirements
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex electrical issues during integration and testing phases
- Maintain awareness of industry standards and best practices for spacecraft electrical systems
- Contribute to technical reviews and design milestone presentations
- Support supplier management for electrical components and harness fabrication
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.
- 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
