Senior Avionics PCB Layout Engineer - TeraWave

Senior Avionics PCB Layout Engineer - TeraWave page is loaded## Senior Avionics PCB Layout Engineer - TeraWavelocations: Greater Seattle Area: Los Angeles, CA: Denver, COtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R64286Application close date: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! -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.As part of the Spacecraft Bus Avionics team, you will be responsible for complex PCB layouts with Field Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGA) at the core for vehicle control and operation with processing and integration of various system interfaces. As part of the development team, you will design, develop, and verify high-performance avionics hardware for space flight vehicles. You will drive requirements definition, modeling, analysis, design, test, and production release of on-vehicle systems. Your responsibilities will encompass electronic requirements, architecture concepts, detailed design development, design verification and test. In addition, you will follow avionics designs through formal verification, environmental qualification, release, and participate in integration and flight support activities.**Responsibilities include but are not limited to:*** Design multi-layer PCBs for complex digital, mixed-signal and high power systems including FPGAs, Microcontrollers* Develop PCB layouts for Digital/Analog/RF circuits with careful attention to impedance control, loss tangent, and electromagnetic compatibility* Perform signal integrity analysis for high-speed digital interfaces (PCIe, DDR, Ethernet)* Conduct power integrity analysis and design power distribution networks (PDN) for low-noise, high-current applications* Create component libraries, design rule checks (DRCs), and maintain design standards* Collaborate with electrical engineers on component selection, schematic review, and design optimization* Generate fabrication and assembly documentation including Gerber files, drill files, and assembly drawings* Work with PCB fabricators and CM vendors to ensure manufacturability and resolve fabrication issues* Support board bring-up activities, debugging hardware issues related to PCB design* Design for space environment considerations including thermal management, radiation tolerance, and mechanical stress**Minimum Qualifications:*** B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field with 5+ years of PCB design experience* Proficiency with PCB design tools (Altium Designer, Cadence Allegro, or similar)* Strong understanding of signal integrity principles for high-speed digital design (transmission lines, termination, crosstalk)* Experience with controlled impedance design and working with PCB stackup optimization* Experience with high voltage layout design including considerations for creepage clearance and thermal management.* Knowledge of EMI/EMC best practices and design guidelines* Familiarity with IPC standards (IPC-2221, IPC-6012, IPC-A-610)* Experience with PCB layout for FPGAs, high-speed ADCs/DACs, or mixed-signal designs**Preferred Qualifications;*** Experience with RF/microwave PCB design using high-frequency laminates (Rogers, Taconic, etc.)* Knowledge of power integrity analysis tools (e.g., HyperLynx, Ansys SIwave, Cadence Sigrity)* Familiarity with thermal analysis tools and thermal management techniques for high-power electronics* Experience designing for space environment (vacuum, thermal cycling, radiation, vibration)* Understanding of design for manufacturing (DFM) and design for test (DFT) principles* Knowledge of conformal coating, potting, and other space-qualification techniques* Previous experience with aerospace or satellite PCB designs* Familiarity with MIL-STD or NASA standards for PCB design### Compensation Range for:CA applicants is $156,802.00 - $219,522.45CO applicants is $144,179.00 - $201,849.90WA applicants is $156,802.00 - $219,522.45**Other site ranges may differ****Culture Statement****Export Control Regulations**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* 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 (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing (CDL drivers only), vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training.* 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 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.**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 work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. 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