Avionics Embedded Controller Test Engineer III - Lunar Permanence

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 diverse team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!

This role is part of the Lunar Permanence business unit. To further Blue Origin's mission of having millions of people living and working in space, we are building the sustainable infrastructure for our transport of crew and cargo from Earth to the Lunar Surface.

Responsibilities:

• Own verification activities of avionics embedded controllers, including acceptance testing, qualification testing, bring-up and debug activities.

• Plan and execute verification tests for flight qualified avionics embedded controllers that control various subsystems on the Lunar Lander such as electromechanical/electrohydraulic actuators, sensors, etc.

• Design, develop, build, and integrate electrical/avionics integration hardware, software, and interconnect solutions to support test activities.

• Support testing at the integrated assembly level in extreme environments of radiation, temperature, vibration, and EMI/EMC per MIL-STD-461 and DO-160 standards.

• Apply technical expertise to problem solving throughout product lifecycle, including concept, definition, design, verification (power-on, functional / acceptance / qualification testing) and release to production.

• Create technical documentation, including problem assessment/analysis, test data evaluation, resolution reports, and acceptance tests to maintain comprehensive records and facilitate informed decision-making.

• Support stakeholders with requirement definition, design reviews including test requirements and plans, procedures, schedules, etc.,

• Collaborate with avionics subsystems to identify current technology capabilities, challenges and develop solutions for continuous improvement.

• Perform data interpretation, assessment, and analysis of integrated electrical/avionics systems to drive continuous improvement and optimize system performance.

• Act as a resource for colleagues with less experience, sharing knowledge and providing mentorship to facilitate their professional growth.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum of a B.S. in electrical, computer engineering or related field.

• 5+ years of relevant engineering experience

• Direct hands-on experience developing and testing complex electronics.

• Passion for hands-on problem solving and avionics integration and test.

• Ability to work independently on rapid development programs.

• Ability to travel to and work at remote sites for extended periods supporting test and hardware integration, commissioning, and training.

• Highly organized, safety and quality conscious, with excellent technical written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion.

• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Graduate degree in related engineering or technical field.

• Experience developing and testing complex electronic systems combining hardware, firmware, and software.

• Experience developing and testing real-time embedded systems with a focus on modular and extensible architectures.

• Experience testing hardware to MIL-STD-461 or similar environmental standards

• Experience testing safety and mission-critical systems (automotive, aerospace, medical, etc.) aligned with DO-254 or similar standards.

• Proficiency with scripting; programming and analysis/modeling tools: Python, Linux/Windows shell scripting; assembly language, C, C++; MATLAB / Simulink / SPICE (or similar).

• Experience using Altium/Cadence OrCAD / Allegro (or similar tools) to design complex aerospace boards.

Compensation range for on site WA applicants is $136,800-$191,520

Other site ranges may differ

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

Inclusivity 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 a diverse, inclusive, and 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.

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.

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