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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! The role is part of the In-Space Systems business unit, which is focused on addressing two of the most compelling challenges in spaceflight today: space infrastructure and increasing mobility on-orbit. Responsibilities
Maintain ownership of internal and external interfaces and technical budgets, including mass, power, and other critical parameters. Support requirements management and flow down in a fast-pace and iterative design environment. Manage design trade-offs across the system to support objectives for Design for Excellence in performance, cost, and manufacturability. Support verification and validation activities from planning through execution to confirm system functionality, performance, and requirements compliance. Support on-orbit operations to ensure payload effectiveness and mission success. Required Qualifications
Minimum of 5 years of experience in systems engineering roles supporting complex systems involving optics, electronics, or aerospace hardware. Experience with Electro-Optical payload development. Systems Engineering experience encompassing requirements development and management, interface control, and ownership of technical budgets, such as mass and power. Proficiency in payload-level verification and validation methodologies. Bachelor’s degree in Optical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or a related field. Preferred Qualifications
8 years of experience in engineering roles supporting complex systems (e.g., optics, electronics, or aerospace hardware), with at least 5 years in lead engineer roles. Hands-on experience supporting payload integration, test, and operations, preferably with spacecraft systems. Background in optical communications (lasercom) systems. Experience managing link budgets, pointing error budgets, and optical loss budgets. Direct experience leading payload test campaigns for Electro-Optical systems. Current Top Secret or TS/SCI Security clearance. Master's or PhD degree in Optical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or a related field. Compensation
Compensation ranges vary by location: CA applicants is $126,898.00-$177,656.85; CO applicants is $116,323.00-$162,851.85; WA applicants is $126,898.00-$177,656.85. Other site ranges may differ. 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. Discretionary bonus: Bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Eligibility for benefits varies by role type, please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role. Equal Employment Opportunity
Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on “Know Your Rights,” please see here. California Applicant Privacy Notice If you are a California resident, please reference the CA Applicant Privacy Notice here.
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Laser Communications Systems III
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Blue Origin 4 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Laser Communications Systems III
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Blue Origin Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. 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! The role is part of the In-Space Systems business unit, which is focused on addressing two of the most compelling challenges in spaceflight today: space infrastructure and increasing mobility on-orbit. Responsibilities
Maintain ownership of internal and external interfaces and technical budgets, including mass, power, and other critical parameters. Support requirements management and flow down in a fast-pace and iterative design environment. Manage design trade-offs across the system to support objectives for Design for Excellence in performance, cost, and manufacturability. Support verification and validation activities from planning through execution to confirm system functionality, performance, and requirements compliance. Support on-orbit operations to ensure payload effectiveness and mission success. Required Qualifications
Minimum of 5 years of experience in systems engineering roles supporting complex systems involving optics, electronics, or aerospace hardware. Experience with Electro-Optical payload development. Systems Engineering experience encompassing requirements development and management, interface control, and ownership of technical budgets, such as mass and power. Proficiency in payload-level verification and validation methodologies. Bachelor’s degree in Optical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or a related field. Preferred Qualifications
8 years of experience in engineering roles supporting complex systems (e.g., optics, electronics, or aerospace hardware), with at least 5 years in lead engineer roles. Hands-on experience supporting payload integration, test, and operations, preferably with spacecraft systems. Background in optical communications (lasercom) systems. Experience managing link budgets, pointing error budgets, and optical loss budgets. Direct experience leading payload test campaigns for Electro-Optical systems. Current Top Secret or TS/SCI Security clearance. Master's or PhD degree in Optical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or a related field. Compensation
Compensation ranges vary by location: CA applicants is $126,898.00-$177,656.85; CO applicants is $116,323.00-$162,851.85; WA applicants is $126,898.00-$177,656.85. Other site ranges may differ. 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. Discretionary bonus: Bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Eligibility for benefits varies by role type, please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role. Equal Employment Opportunity
Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on “Know Your Rights,” please see here. California Applicant Privacy Notice If you are a California resident, please reference the CA Applicant Privacy Notice here.
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