Avionics Engineer - Subsystem Test

2h2 hours ago

Blue Origin

US · Full-time · $110,000 – $150,000

About this role

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

As a mid-career engineer on the vehicle Avionics team for a lunar spacecraft, you will support hands-on work with hardware in development and flight labs. Your primary focus will be integration and test of avionics hardware on flight vehicle builds in Florida, directly impacting the history of space exploration.

We are a team of collaborators, doers, and problem-solvers relentlessly committed to a culture of safety. This position requires your commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable space flight, applying technical expertise, leadership skills, and a commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight.

Join us in lowering the cost of access to space and enabling Blue Origin’s vision of millions of people living and working in space to benefit Earth. Passion for our mission and vision is required, and relocation is provided for this role.

Requirements

Minimum BS Degree in Electrical, Computer, Aerospace, or related Engineering field
5+ years of demonstrated experience in relevant areas of engineering operations
Experience with subsystem test in the lab and vehicle build environments, including hardware/software integration
Experience with Design for Manufacturing/Design for Test core principles
Avionics hardware component assembly and test experience
Avionics hardware and software integration experience
Excellent written and oral communication skills

Responsibilities

Serve as focal for subsystem-level test activities related to vehicle avionics systems, including electrical power systems, compute and network systems, and RF communications subsystems
Develop and manage requirements for avionics subsystems, including traceability and verification planning using industry-standard tools and processes
Develop and execute development, verification, and validation work in laboratory and production environments
Integrate avionics interfaces with other vehicle subsystems, such as GNC, power, propulsion, and mechanical systems
Support long-lead hardware identification and procurement planning to meet desired launch targets, including test equipment for development or subsystem verification test activities
Utilize good engineering and business judgment to ensure the most efficient and effective product is designed, manufactured, procured, tested, qualified, and delivered