Satellite Vehicle Test Bed Lead - TeraWave

BLUE ORIGIN • Los Angeles, WA

23h • $133,500 - $203,263

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related technical field
• 8+ years of experience in hardware-in-the-loop, system level test, and/or vehicle integration and test
• Demonstrated experience leading complex test campaigns with flight or flight-like hardware in a systems integration environment
• Hands-on experience with real-time simulation platforms and hardware interface design (serial, discrete, analog, MIL-STD-1553, SpaceWire, Ethernet, CAN, or similar)
• Working knowledge of avionics architectures, flight software interfaces, and embedded systems
• Proven ability to lead technical teams and coordinate across disciplines in a fast-paced development environment
• Ability to work flexible hours during critical test campaigns
• Experience defining test requirements and procedures from system level specifications.
• Familiarity with RF test equipment integration within a system level HWIL environment (signal generators, channel emulators, attenuators, RF switches, etc.)

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
• 5+ years of experience in systems integration
• Experience with launch vehicle, spacecraft, or other aerospace systems
• Familiarity with GN&C algorithms and ability to assess simulation model fidelity
• Experience with automated test frameworks and data analysis tools (Pythong, MATLAB/Simulink, LabVIEW, etc.)
• Experience supporting vehicle-level FMEA, hazard analysis, or safety reviews
• Previous lead or management experience within a test organization
• Experience integrating GPS/GNSS simulators (e.g., Spirent, Orolia/Safran) into HWIL test beds

Responsibilities

• Lead the Design, development, build, integration and checkout of the Hardware-in-the-Loop (HWIL) Vehicle Test Bed (VTB)
• Define VTB requirements by working across multi-disciplinary teams to ensure VTB fidelity and interface definitions
• Own the hardware and software architecture of the VTB, including real time simulation infrastructure, emulators, and Electronic Ground Support Equipment (EGSE)
• Drive selection and integration of real-time simulation platforms ( e.g., Speedgoat, National Instruments, etc.)
• Maintain configuration control of all VTB hardware, software, and models.
• Plan and Execution HWIL test campaigns supporting program milestones.
• Define VTB Test Procedures and Processes with a focus on automation.
• Coordinate with flight software, systems engineering, and mission operations to ensure test coverage of nominal and fault scenarios.
• Track Open anomalies and drive closure with appropriate subsystem Responsible Engineers.
• Manage a team of engineers and technicians to build and operate the VTB
• Develop and maintain the VTB roadmap aligned with the vehicle development schedule
• Communicate test bed status, risks, and milestone readiness to program leadership
• Evaluate emerging simulation and emulation technologies for applicability to the test program
• Integrate Radio Frequency (RF) stimulation and receive equipment into VTB, inclusive of signal generators, spectrum analyzers, channel emulators, and antenna simulators to support GPS/GNSS, telemetry, and RF communication subsystem testing.

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: Senior