Mix-Signal Senior Design Engineer

Application 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!  

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

In this role you will work with a hard-working team of skilled engineering groups mixed signal electrical circuitry and integrate our innovative avionics circuit boards enabling high performance, complex spaceflight GPS radios, antennas and related systems. Blue Origin values collaboration, trust, and a culture of safety, and a bias for action recognizing each team member's input.

Responsibilities Include but are not limited to:

• Design, simulate and realize mixed-signal electronics PCBs using industry-standard tools such as Altium or Cadence.
• Perform comprehensive parts stress and worst-case circuit analysis to ensure circuit robustness under extreme conditions.
• Identify potential failure modes and implement design improvements to mitigate risks.
• Ensure optimal component placement, routing, and grounding strategies are employed.
• Develop comprehensive test plans and procedures that cover all functional and non-functional requirements.
• Create and review manufacturing documents, including schematics, layouts, and bills of materials.
• PCB bring up and debugging in the lab, ensuring a smooth transition from design to prototype.
• Execute test procedures in a laboratory setting to verify that boards meet all specified requirements and perform root-cause analysis on discrepancies.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or relevant fields, with 8+ years of experience or Masters degree with 6+ years of experience
• A breadth of understanding and experience with developing high-speed mixed-signal circuits, data converters and digitizers hardware, encompassing part selection, analysis, simulation, laboratory testing, and troubleshooting preferably in aerospace products
• Experience with circuit design, analysis and PCB layout and testing for high-speed ADCs, DACs, PLLs, DDRs, NAND/NOR flash memory, microcontrollers, microprocessors
• Knowledge of signal and power integrity, grounding topologies and general PCB layout principles and best practices for mixed-signal applications
• Experience with SoC or Processor/FPGA boards with multiple power domains and clocks
• Experience with developing high-speed SerDes interfaces, including JESD204B/C, SPI, I2C, USB
• Experience with schematic-capture and PCB layout for high density, complex PCBs using Altium Designer (preferable) or Cadence OrCAD / Cadence Allegro tool suites

Preferred Qualifications:

• Possessing a Master of Science or equivalent experience in Electrical or Computer Engineering, or related fields
• Successful candidates typically have 10+ years of experience in developing and testing analog/mixed-Signal/digital circuits with focus on high-speed DACs, ADCs and data converters
• Experience leading efforts in collaboration with multi-functional teams for up-screening and qualification of automotive-grade parts for use in space environments
• Familiarity with space hardware testing standards and practices, including MIL-STD-461, for mixed-signal and digital communication systems or sensors
• Experience with schematic-capture and PCB layout using Altium Designer (preferable) or Cadence OrCAD / Cadence Allegro tool suites
• Familiar with many of the following parts and their usage: ADCs, DACs, OpAmps, power supplies (linear, LDO, DC/DC), microcontrollers, processors, volatile memory (DDR), non-volatile memory (NAND, NOR, etc.), and MOSFETs

 

Compensation Range for:

CA applicants is $152,235.00-$213,127.95;CO applicants is $139,979.00-$195,969.90;WA applicants is $152,235.00-$213,127.95

Other 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.

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.

• Paid Time Off:  Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.

• Discretionary bonus: Bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.

• Eligibility for benefits varies by role type, please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role.

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. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on “Know Your Rights,” please see here.

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