Principal Electrical Power Engineer, RF Payloads TeraWave

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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. Were 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!

Blue Origin is pioneering the future of space-based communications with TeraWave a revolutionary satellite communications network designed to deliver symmetrical data speeds of up to 6 Tbps anywhere on Earth. This multi-orbit constellation will consist of optically interconnected satellites in low Earth orbit (LEO) and medium Earth orbit (MEO) providing enterprise-grade connectivity for critical operations worldwide.

The Role

We are seeking an experiencedElectrical Power Engineerto join the TeraWave team at Blue this role you will be responsible for the architecture design analysis and verification of electrical power subsystems for satellite payloads. You will work within a multidisciplinary engineering team to develop robust flight-qualified power electronics hardware that meets the demanding performance mass reliability and environmental requirements of a space-based constellation.

This position reports directly to the TeraWave Avionics Senior Manager and will directly contribute to the design and delivery of flight hardware.

Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To

• Lead the design development and qualification ofisolated DC-DC power conversion systemsat power levels up to1 kWoperating in the120 VDCrange with emphasis on efficiency mass optimization and thermal performance
• Design and characterizesub-1V high-current point-of-load (POL) power conversioncircuits with tight voltage regulation tolerances required for advanced digital payloads and FPGAs
• Develop and maintain power system architectures including input filtering power sequencing in-rush limiting fault protection and distribution networks suitable for satellite applications
• Execute and document a full suite ofdesign verification analyses including:
  • Worst Case Analysis (WCA)
  • Component Derating Analysis per applicable standards (e.g. NASA EEE-INST-002)
  • Control Loop Stability Analysis (gain/phase margin Bode plots simulation)
  • Power Dissipation and Thermal Analysis
  • Transient Response Analysis
  • Reliability Analysis (MTBF parts count FIT rates)
  • Design Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (DFMEA)
  • Design for Test (DFT)
  • Design for Manufacturability (DFM)
  • EMI/EMC Analysis and mitigation per applicable standards (e.g. MIL-STD-461)
• Support PCB layout reviews to ensure design intent is captured including proper power plane management component placement and conducted thermal relief strategies
• Work closely with mechanical thermal systems optics and RF engineering teams to ensure power electronics hardware is integrated successfully into the satellite platform
• Develop and support hardware bring-up characterization qualification and full production test plans and procedures
• Lead design reviews and present analysis results to peers and external stakeholders
• Maintain compliance with Blue Origin engineering standards and applicable space industry standards

Minimum Qualifications

• B.S. degreein Electrical Engineering or closely related engineering discipline
• 10 yearsof relevant professional experience in electrical power electronics design
• Demonstrated experience designingisolated DC-DC power converters at the1 kW / 120 VDClevel or higher
• Demonstrated experience designingsub-1V point-of-load converterswith tight regulation tolerances for high-performance digital systems
• Direct experience designing power electronics forsatellite or space hardware applications
• Proficiency in performing and documenting the full suite of required power electronics analyses including WCA derating stability power dissipation transient response reliability DFMEA DFT DFM and EMI/C
• Experience with circuit simulation tools (e.g. SPICE-based tools such as LTspice SIMetrix or equivalent)
• Familiarity with applicable space and defense standards (e.g. NASA EEE-INST-002 standards)

Preferred Qualifications

• M.S. degreein Electrical Engineering with emphasis in power electronics or power systems
• Experience with high-efficiency converter design
• Experience withrad-tolerant component selectionand qualification for LEO environments
• Familiarity withspace-grade component standards
• Experience withcontrol loop compensation designand digital control implementations
• Proficiency in PCB design tools (e.g. Cadence Allegro Altium Designer) and experience performing or directing layout of high-density power boards
• Experience with applyingthermal conduction techniques to support power dissipation and meet derated component temperatures
• Knowledge ofEMI filter designand shielding techniques for compliance with MIL-STD-461
• Experience withEEE parts screening and qualificationprocesses for spaceflight applications
• Working knowledge ofAS9100quality management systems and engineering change control processes
• Prior experience working in a fast-paced hardware-focused new-space or aerospace startup environment

Base Pay Range for:

CA applicants is $183193.00 - $256469.85 WA applicants is $183193.00 - $256469.85

Other site ranges may differ

Culture Statement

Dont 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 youre excited about this role but your past experience doesnt 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 a refugee or granted asylum.

Background Check

• Required for all positions: Blues 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
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• Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical

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 companys intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the companys results or other factors at the companys 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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