Application close date:
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

This role is part of the Lunar Permanence business unit, which develops Blue Origin's Blue Moon landers and related products. To further Blue Origin's mission of millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth, we are building sustainable infrastructure for our transport of crew and cargo from Earth to the lunar surface.

As part of a hardworking team of diverse specialists, technicians, and engineers, you will be part of a small, multi-functional team. You'll help design, build, and commission Electrical Ground Support Equipment (EGSE) for our Lunar Lander program, Blue Moon - https://www.blueorigin.com/blue-moon. In a fast-paced, dynamic environment, you will develop hardware that supports vehicle integration, test, and launch operations to ensure a safe and successful mission.

Special Mentions

• Relocation provided

• Travel expected between 10% - 30% if needed to support offsite test campaigns and integration activities

• Ability to work extended hours and support off shift operations during critical test campaign activities

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Build Spacecraft EGSE Systems, Design Circuits, and Compose Interconnection Designs

• Collaborate with Test, Systems and Flight Hardware Design Engineers developing features, functionality, and safety requirements for EGSE. Ensure EGSE meets requirements and delivery schedules.

• Engage with EGSE Software development Engineers to integrate control, data acquisition and archival hardware with the Lunar's Integrated Ground System (IGS) spacecraft testing software.

• Develop, document and author EGSE System Design Descriptions, Interface Control Documents (ICDs), Requirements Cross Verification Matrix

• Create schematics, specifications, and Statements of Work for hardware and design services procurement from internal and external vendors.

• Compose Test Plans, Test Procedures, and conduct EGSE verification tests and commissioning.

Minimum Qualifications:

• B.S. degree in Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical discipline

• 2+ years of related technical hands-on experience in complex, electrical systems & circuit design, documentation, and fabrication.

• Experience with common data acquisition systems and hardware, controls engineering, and their integration with sensors.

• Knowledge of the theory of operation of sensors for various measurement applications (pressure, temperature, displacement, force, acceleration, etc.)

• Experience with electronic test equipment (multi-meters, oscilloscopes, function generators, network & spectrum analyzers, RF Power Meter, etc.)

• Ability to work rotating shifts, weekends and travel to support business needs

• Travel - Facilitating EGSE design, fabrication and delivery will require occasional, short-term travel to vendors and other Blue Origin locations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• M.S. degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or related technical discipline

• Experience with spacecraft, aircraft, or launch vehicle integration and test systems.

• Experience designing circuit card assemblies, test cable harnesses, and Electrical/Mechanical packaging.

• Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) & Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) noise reduction, shielding, and analog filtering experience.

• Complex hardware and software system troubleshooting including cause, and corrective action closure.

• Design and or utilization of serial communication interfaces such as RS-232/422/485 protocols.

• Working knowledge of languages such as LabVIEW, C/C++, Python, Rockwell Automation Studio 5000

• Experience utilizing one or more of the following CAD Applications and product data Management (PDM) Management Systems; AutoCAD, Autodesk, Creo, SOLIDWORKS, Windchill, DOORS, VISIO

• Experience developing electrical test hardware to any of the following standards and specifications:

• IPC-A-600F, IPC-A-610G, IPC-WHMA-A-620D, IPC-A-630, IPC J-STD-001G, SAE AS39029D

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 a diverse, inclusive, and 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.