Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field
10+ years of spacecraft electrical power subsystem design experience with solar array emphasis
Experience with test scripts in Python (or other programming language)
Ability to work non-standard shifts for integration & test campaigns
Experience with spacecraft EPS architecture in Earth-centered orbits and deep space
Excellent technical communication skills and team collaboration abilities
Responsibilities
Support development of spacecraft electrical power subsystem
Provide onsite production and test support at the Blue Ring factory
Conduct hardware testing activities in the development lab
Perform critical EPS analyses including Energy Balance Analysis and power budgeting
Execute software updates to installed flight hardware
Support component level requirements and verification methods
Develop and validate power budgets optimized for mission requirements
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options
Paid parental leave and short/long-term disability
401(k) with a company match of up to 5%
Stock options for all regular employees
Paid Time Off: Up to four weeks per year and up to 14 company-paid holidays
Education Support Program
Full Job Description
Application close date: Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.
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.
Join our elite team developing cutting-edge power systems for spacecraft supporting critical national security missions. Your expertise in power technology will directly contribute to our Blue Ring spacecraft platform, designed for today's most demanding space environment needs.
Special Mentions
Position includes relocation assistance
Travel expectations: Occasional travel (up to 25%) to support production and operations
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Support development of spacecraft electrical power subsystem
Onsite production and test support at the Blue Ring factory
Support hardware testing activities in the development lab
Perform critical EPS analyses: Energy Balance Analysis, power budgeting, voltage drop, and bus stability
Perform software updates to installed flight hardware
Support component level requirements including verification methods
Develop and validate power budgets optimized for mission requirements
Partner with engineering leadership to achieve program goals with acceptable risk
Design for manufacturability to support production rates and cost efficiency
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field
10+ years of spacecraft electrical power subsystem design experience with solar array emphasis
Experience with test scripts in Python (or other programming language) and execution
Ability to work non-standard shifts, as needed, for integration & test campaigns
Experience with non-conformances and failure review boards
Experience with spacecraft EPS architecture in Earth-centered orbits and deep space
Experience with EPS components: PMAD, batteries, solar arrays, wire harnessing, and SADAs
Experience performing EPS analyses and maintaining power budgets
Experience in mission-critical environments and Design for Manufacturing & Cost
Excellent technical communication skills and team collaboration abilities
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree or PhD in relevant engineering discipline
Active Top Secret security clearance
Experience with high voltage and dual-voltage power bus
Experience with spacecraft power systems for national security applications
Familiarity with Claude based coding
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.
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.
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.
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.
About Blue Origin
Blue Origin is an aerospace company that develops rockets and spacecraft for commercial and government customers. The company's products include the New Shepard suborbital vehicle and the New Glenn orbital rocket. Blue Origin was founded in 2000 by Jeff Bezos and is headquartered in Kent, Washington.
