Avionics Hardware Engineer - TeraWave

Blue Origin LLC; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid parental leave

Paid Time Off

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in Los Angeles is seeking an Avionics Hardware Engineer to develop and integrate cutting-edge avionics systems for satellite platforms. Responsibilities include designing hardware components and managing power budgets, requiring expertise in FPGA development and avionics systems engineering. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of experience in related fields, alongside strong skills in electrical design tools. This role offers competitive benefits and the opportunity to contribute significantly to space exploration.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in avionics hardware design or FPGA development.
• Demonstrated experience with FPGA/ASIC design and verification.
• Proficiency in electrical design tools and simulation tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and integrate advanced electrical and avionics systems.
• Create and maintain power budgets for integrated payloads.
• Lead hardware development from requirements to final implementation.

Skills

FPGA development

Avionics systems engineering

Electrical integration

Technical documentation

EMI/EMC testing

Tools

Altium

Cadence

SPICE

Job description

As an Avionics Hardware Engineer, you will be at the heart of developing and integrating the advanced electrical and avionics systems for our satellite platforms. You will be responsible for the design, development, and integration of critical hardware, including payload control units and translator boards, while also defining the electrical interfaces that tie these complex systems together. This role requires a unique blend of expertise in FPGA development, avionics systems engineering, and hands-on electrical integration.**Responsibilities include but are not limited to:** Lead the hardware development and integration of the Payload Control Unit, from requirements definition to final implementation. Create and maintain power budgets for integrated payloads and avionics, ensuring power requirements are met throughout all mission phases.**Minimum Qualifications:**5+ years of experience in avionics hardware design, FPGA development, or spacecraft electrical systems integration. Demonstrated experience with FPGA/ASIC design and verification using VHDL or Verilog. Experience in developing and integrating avionics hardware or complex circuit card assemblies. Proficiency in electrical design tools such as Altium, Cadence, or equivalent, and simulation tools like SPICE.Experience with EMI/EMC testing and mitigation techniques in space or aerospace applications. Excellent technical documentation and communication skills. **Preferred Qualifications:**7+ years of experience in a relevant avionics or payload integration role. Experience with the complete lifecycle of avionics hardware, from concept and requirements to production and testing. Hands-on experience with flight hardware integration and testing. Knowledge of radiation effects on electronics and mitigation techniques. Experience with high-level synthesis (HLS) for FPGAs. Familiarity with spacecraft command and data handling systems and protocols. Experience with timing and synchronization protocols (e.g., PTP, GPS timing). At Blue Origin, we are driven by our company motto, Gradatim Ferociter, meaning "Step by Step, Ferociously." We believe in methodical innovation to achieve our vision of enabling millions of people to live and work in space for the benefit of Earth. As an Avionics Hardware Engineer, you will play a crucial role in developing the technologies that will expand humanity's presence in space. You'll work with world-class teams on challenging problems, have access to state-of-the-art facilities, and contribute to missions that will shape the future of space exploration and utilization.* 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 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.* 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.Blue Origin was founded with a vision to enable a future where millions of people are living and working in space to benefit Earth. In order to preserve Earth, Blue Origin believes in the need to enable humanity to expand, explore, find new energy and material resources, and move industries that stress Earth into space. Blue Origin believes it has an important role in building a road to space and lowering the cost of getting there. At Blue Origin, we’re working on this today by developing fully reusable launch vehicles and systems that are safe, reliable and affordable. Every launch vehicle is designed for human spaceflight from the beginning and able to ferry payloads to space.