Principal Security Architect - Terawave

BLUE ORIGIN • Seattle, TX

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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! Blue Origin is pioneering the future of space-based communications with TeraWave, a revolutionary satellite communications network designed to deliver symmetrical data speeds of up to 6 Tbps anywhere on Earth. This multi-orbit constellation will consist of optically interconnected satellites in low Earth orbit (LEO) and medium Earth orbit (MEO), providing enterprise-grade connectivity for critical operations worldwide. We are seeking a Security SOC Architect/Engineer to design and develop critical components for our next-generation Satellite communications system. The ideal candidate brings expertise in digital architecture, RTL design, and system integration, thriving in a fast-paced environment where innovation meets mission-critical execution.

Requirements

• B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in digital design and SOC architecture
• Proficiency in SystemVerilog or Verilog for RTL implementation
• Experience with SOC integration and interface design
• Understanding of digital timing and synchronization concepts
• Knowledge of industry-standard bus protocols (AXI, AHB, etc.)
• Familiarity with synthesis tools and RTL-to-gates methodology
• Experience with simulation and debugging of complex digital systems

Nice To Haves

• M.S. or Ph.D. in relevant engineering discipline
• Experience with high-speed networking hardware design (10G or above)
• Background in digital signal processing for communications systems
• Knowledge of OFDM, beamforming, or wireless protocols
• Experience with FPGA implementation and prototyping
• Understanding of low-power design techniques
• Familiarity with space or defense electronics requirements
• Track record of successful tape-outs in modern process nodes
• Experience with high-speed SerDes interfaces
• Background in 5G, satellite, or other advanced communications systems

Responsibilities

• Design and develop digital hardware architectures for high-throughput satellite communications ASICs
• Create and implement RTL code for critical SOC blocks and interfaces
• Contribute to architecture optimization for performance, power, and area trade-offs
• Develop implementations for networking protocols and digital signal processing algorithms
• Collaborate with verification engineers to ensure robust and reliable designs
• Support FPGA prototype development for early validation
• Work with backend teams throughout the physical implementation process
• Document design specifications, architecture decisions, and implementation details
• Participate in design reviews and technical discussions with cross-functional teams
• Troubleshoot and debug complex digital design issues
• Optimize designs for timing, power, and area constraints
• Implement interfaces between digital hardware and firmware/software components
• Research and evaluate new architectural approaches to meet evolving requirements

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.
• Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
• Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Principal