Senior Electronics System Architect - TeraWave
BLUE ORIGIN
Application close date:
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.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.The Emerging Systems business unit at 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 5,408 optically interconnected satellites in low Earth orbit (LEO) and medium Earth orbit (MEO), providing enterprise-grade connectivity for critical operations worldwide.
As a Senior Electronics System Architect at Blue Origin, you will define and develop comprehensive electronics architectures for our space systems and ground support equipment. You will be responsible for establishing robust electrical interfaces, power distribution systems, and fault management strategies that ensure mission success in the challenging environment of space.
Special Mentions:
Travel expectations: Up to 20% travel may be required for technical reviews, supplier visits, and travel to other Blue Origin sites.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Architecture Development & System Integration
Define comprehensive electronics system architectures for Blue Origin's space systems, launch vehicles, and ground support equipment
Establish electrical interfaces between subsystems, ensuring proper integration and compatibility across complex hardware platforms
Design power distribution architectures and timing systems that meet mission requirements while optimizing for reliability, efficiency, and performance
Develop robust fault management strategies, including fault detection, isolation, and recovery mechanisms for mission-critical electronics systems
Technical Leadership & Documentation
Create detailed architecture documentation including block diagrams, interface control documents, and system specifications
Collaborate with other system architects (mechanical, software, propulsion, etc.) to ensure cohesive and integrated system designs
Lead technical reviews and design validation activities to ensure electronics architectures meet mission requirements
Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance to electronics design teams
Technology Selection & Optimization
Evaluate and select appropriate technologies, components, and design approaches based on mission needs, reliability requirements, and environmental constraints
Perform trade studies to optimize electronics system designs for performance, reliability, mass, power, and cost
Develop verification and validation strategies for electronics architectures
Work with suppliers and partners to ensure external components and systems integrate properly with the overall electronics architecture
Support anomaly investigations and provide architectural solutions to resolve complex technical issues
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related technical field
10+ years of experience in electronics system design and architecture for complex systems
Demonstrated experience defining electronics architectures for mission-critical or safety-critical systems
Strong knowledge of power distribution systems, including DC-DC conversion, power sequencing, and protection circuits
Experience with timing and synchronization systems for distributed electronics
Expertise in fault-tolerant design principles and fault management strategies
Proficiency in creating clear and comprehensive technical documentation
Experience with requirements analysis and flow-down to subsystem specifications
Strong understanding of electronics design processes, from concept through production
Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively across disciplines
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering or related field
Experience with electronics architecture for aerospace, defense, or other high-reliability applications
Knowledge of radiation effects on electronics and mitigation strategies
Experience with FPGA and embedded processor architectures
Familiarity with spacecraft avionics systems and standards
Experience with model-based systems engineering tools and methodologies
Knowledge of EMI/EMC design principles and compliance requirements
Experience with safety-critical systems and associated certification processes
Background in thermal management for electronics in extreme environments
Understanding of cybersecurity principles for embedded systems
Why Blue Origin:
At Blue Origin, we are driven by our company motto, Gradatim Ferociter, meaning "Step by Step, Ferociously." We believe that humanity's future is in space, and we're committed to developing the technologies that will make that vision a reality. As a Senior Electronics System Architect, you'll play a crucial role in designing the electronic systems that power our spacecraft and enable our missions, directly contributing to our goal of building a road to space for the benefit of Earth.
We are building a team of passionate builders. Job descriptions are not perfect checklists. If you are excited about this mission but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for this or other roles.
Compensation Range for:
CA applicants is $145,188.00 - $203,263.20
WA applicants is $145,188.00 - $203,263.20Other site ranges may differ
Culture Statement
Don’t meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
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Benefits
Benefits include: 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. Please check with your recruiter for more details.
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