Spacecraft Systems Engineer: Interface Definition & Control - TeraWave

Blue Origin • Los Angeles, WA

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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! This role is part of TeraWave, a satellite communications network designed to deliver symmetrical data speeds of up to 6 Tbps anywhere on Earth. This network will service tens of thousands of enterprise, data center, and government users who require reliable connectivity for critical operations. 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. As a Satellite Systems Engineer, Interfaces and Control Level II, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring the integrity and performance of our constellation of 5,408 satellites designed to deliver unmatched speeds up to 6 Tbps with symmetrical upload and download capabilities. Join us in our mission to provide enterprise-grade connectivity to locations unreachable by traditional methods, enabling critical operations for enterprise, data center, and government customers worldwide. Join our team and be part of building a space-based network designed for tomorrow, where your expertise will directly contribute to creating a system that provides connectivity anywhere on Earth.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related technical field
• 3+ years of experience in spacecraft systems engineering with focus on interface design and control systems
• Demonstrated experience developing interface control documents and specifications for satellite systems
• Proficiency in satellite communications protocols and standards
• Experience with satellite command and control systems design and implementation
• Familiarity with systems engineering processes, requirements management, and verification methods
• Strong programming skills in languages such as Python, C/C++, or MATLAB for simulation and analysis
• Experience with hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing of spacecraft systems

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
• Experience with high-throughput satellite communications systems
• Knowledge of Q/V-band RF communications and optical inter-satellite links
• Experience with multi-orbit satellite constellation design and operations
• Familiarity with satellite network management systems
• Experience with CCSDS standards for spacecraft communications
• Background in developing fault-tolerant control systems for space applications
• Experience with satellite integration and testing campaigns
• Knowledge of cybersecurity principles for satellite communications
• Previous work on commercial satellite communications programs

Responsibilities

• Manage the interface control systems for TeraWave's multi-orbit satellite constellation, ensuring seamless communication between LEO and MEO satellites
• Create and maintain interface control documents (ICDs) that define the physical, electrical, and logical interfaces between satellite subsystems and ground systems using a Model Based approach
• Develop and implement command and control protocols for satellite operations, including fault detection, isolation, and recovery systems
• Perform system-level analysis and simulations to evaluate interface performance under various operating conditions
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including avionics, software, power systems, propulsion and thermal engineers to ensure all satellite interfaces meet system requirements
• Design and validate satellite-to-ground communication interfaces for TeraWave's enterprise-grade user and gateway terminals
• Develop test procedures to verify interface functionality and performance during integration and testing phases
• Troubleshoot interface and control system issues during development, integration, and on-orbit operations
• Support the development of satellite command systems that remotely control satellites from the ground
• Participate in design reviews and technical meetings to ensure interface requirements are properly implemented

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.
• Paid Time Off: 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.
• Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation.

What This Job Offers

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