MK2 Avionics Motor Control Design Engineer III - Lunar Permanence

Application Close Date Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed. Responsibilities Deliver space-rated avionics sub-systems—including requirements development, design, testing, system integration, verification planning, and execution. Develop and manage high‑ and low‑voltage avionics designs that integrate within a motor control scheme. Support design risk analyses, failure modes, effects, and criticality analyses (FMECA), design for test/manufacture/cost (DFx), and root‑cause analysis of test discrepancies. Effectively communicate development status, risks, and challenges to management. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline. 5+ years of experience in electrical/avionics design. Understanding of power electronics hardware development, such as high‑voltage switching and high‑power regulation (SMPS). Knowledge of signal integrity, power, grounding, and general board layout principles. Experience with mixed‑signal circuit design, including analysis, simulation, test, troubleshooting, and part selection. Familiarity with components such as ADCs, DACs, op‑amps, power supplies (linear, LDO, DC/ DC), and MOSFETs. Desire to work hands‑on, both independently and as part of a team, throughout the development and production phases of the electronic assembly product lifecycle. Preferred Qualifications Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, or an equivalent field. 7+ years of experience in design, development, test, and operation of vehicle avionics systems. Experience with brushless DC (BLDC) motors and controllers. Additional experience with various motor controls, power conversion topologies, and control systems. Knowledge of radiation effects on electronics and how to apply this to designs targeting space applications. Experience with launch vehicle avionics systems hardware development, integration, and test. Proficiency with electrical design and analysis tools: LTSpice, PSpice, SIMetrix/SIMPLIS, Simscape. Experience designing high‑reliability safety‑critical, Class 2/3 board assemblies; familiarity with IPC‑A‑600/610, DO‑254, and similar standards. Export Control Regulations Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, a 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. Required for certain job profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation. Required for certain job profiles: Drivers who operate commercial motor vehicles with a gross vehicle weight of 10,001 lbs. or more may be subject to additional federal motor carrier safety regulations. Required for certain job profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain a Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre‑employment and random drug testing as well as a DOT physical. Benefits Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long‑term disability, and a 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%. Stock options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week). Paid time off: up to four (4) weeks per year based on scheduled hours, and up to 14 company‑paid holidays. Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for bonuses based on company discretion; bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change. 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 workforce. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork, and we provide all qualified applicants and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin’s affirmative action plans, or requiring a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, should contact View email address on click.appcast.io. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request. #J-18808-Ljbffr Blue Origin