Avionics Systems Engineer
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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.Join Blue Origin's In-Space Systems team as an Avionics Systems Engineer and become a key architect of Blue Ring-our next-generation satellite bus platform that will enable critical missions beyond Earth's atmosphere. This isn'tjust another engineering role; it'syour opportunity to design the command and data handling systems that will power humanity's expansion into space.
As an Avionics Systems Engineer, you'llpioneer novel data handling architectures for national security space missions, working at the intersection of hardware innovation, software development, and communications security. You'llbe hands-on with cutting-edgeCommand and Data Handling (C&DH) systems and encryption architectures, collaborating directly with core hardware developers, software engineers, and communication security specialists to solve challenges that have never been tackled before.
Your designs will directly enable classified missions critical to national security.You'renot just building components-you'recreating the foundational infrastructure that future space missions will depend on. Every architecture decision you make, every system you design, will ripple through missions that expand human presence in space and protect national interests from orbit.
Candidates for this role must have an activeTop Secretclearance and residein Seattle (or be willing to locateupon acceptance of offer).
Responsibilities:
Participate inC&DH system architecture,trade studies, and concept development with integrated cryptographic and cybersecurity features-from requirements through operations support
Translate system data handling and security requirements into actionable subsystem and component-level specifications, ensuring compliance across the design lifecycle
Own verification and validation planning, partnering with integration and test teams to validatedata handling and encryption hardware against requirements
Drive technical excellence throughparticipation indesign reviews and cross-functional collaboration with hardware development teams
Qualifications:
Top Secret Clearance(active or has been active within the past 2 years)
B.S. in Aerospace, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field with 5+ years industry experience developing avionics systems
Expertiseindelivering mission-critical C&DH systems including data handling architecturesand cryptographic systems
Familiarity with common spacecraft interfaces(Ethernet, MIL-STD-1553, SpaceWire) and digital/analog electrical interfaces (I2C, SPI, Serial)
Strong foundationin layer 2/3 networking concepts (Ethernet, VLANs, QoS, IP, TCP/UDP, routing)
Experiencewithrequirements definitionand decomposition, interface control, and verification
Exceptional communicator and collaborator who thrives in fast-paced environments, analyzes complex systems effectively, and builds trusted relationships across teams
Desired (but not required):
TS/SCI Clearance(active or has been active within the past 2 years)
M.S. in Aerospace, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field with full spacecraft design lifecycleindustryexperience
NSA Type 1 encryption device expertiseincluding certification processes, TEMPEST/EMSEC requirements, and CNSSI 1253/NIST 800-53 controls for space systems
Experience interfacing with NSA, COMSEC custodians, or CCI handling, with proven ability to deliver space-qualified integrated hardware/software components
Space environment design expertiseincluding radiation effects, SEU mitigation, parts selection, processor/storage architectures, and CCSDS communication protocols
Proficiencywithelectrical systemdesign and analysis tools (Altium/OrCAD/KiCad, LTspice, MS Visio)
Experience with scripting languages such as Python
Base Pay Range for:
WA applicants is $130,706.00 - $182,987.70Other 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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Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.
Background Check
Required for all positions: Blue’s Standard Background Check
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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.
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.
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