RF Communications Engineer II

BLUE ORIGIN•Huntsville, AL

3d•$98,208 - $149,990

About The Position

This role is part of Blue National Security (BNS), which designs, develops, and delivers launch and spacecraft systems for national security missions. As a member of Blue Origin’s RF Communications team, the engineer owns next-generation spacecraft RF and optical communication systems throughout their lifecycle—from analysis and design through procurement, manufacturing, integration, test, and on-orbit operations. The role focuses on satellite communications and systems engineering in a fast-paced environment, with opportunities to lead work across the subsystem lifecycle and support mission operations.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related technical subject area.
At least 2 years of experience in avionics and communication systems development and verification.
Knowledge of communication systems for system design, radios, antennas, RF components, and waveforms.
Experience performing electromagnetic simulations using tools such as HFSS, CST, or TICRA to optimize antenna performance and coverage.
Excellent verbal, written, and graphical communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.
Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Nice To Haves

Master of Science in Electrical Engineering or a related technical subject area.
Experience performing satellite link budget simulations using mission design tools such as ANSYS Systems Tool Kit (STK).
At least 2 years of experience with SATCOM, microwave line-of-sight, or other RF communications systems.
Knowledge of RF circuit design, layout, fabrication, and testing.
Proficiency in waveform design, algorithm development (including Matlab/Simulink simulations), or networking.
Experience with DOORS Next Generation, Cameo, Confluence, JIRA, Git, Creo, and Windchill.

Responsibilities

Architect and deploy mission-critical RF communications systems from concept through checkout, supporting real-time telemetry, video, and data flows for reusable spacecraft operations.
Own end-to-end system performance, including link budgets, phase noise, coverage analyses, and requirements verification across all phases of flight.
Design and execute RF test campaigns in bench, integrated-system, and field environments to validate hardware against specifications and ensure interoperability.
Drive procurement strategy, including supplier vetting, selection, and ongoing management.
Define and maintain system architecture, including sizing, requirements derivation, and performance parameters for next-generation communications solutions.
Coordinate interfaces across space relay platforms, ground stations, and internal C&DH and payload subsystems to ensure end-to-end connectivity.
Own configuration control and documentation, including functional and logical diagrams, asset inventories, and procedures.
Support hardware integration labs, vehicle testing, peer reviews, and launch and early operations on-console support.

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Basic and supplemental life insurance
Paid parental leave
Short- and long-term disability insurance
401(k) with company match of up to 5%
Education Support Program
Stock options for regular employees working at least 20 hours per week
Paid time off of up to four weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours
Up to 14 company-paid holidays
May be eligible for benefits and bonuses depending on role type and job level; amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed