Avionics Test Engineer III / IV (Spacecraft HIL/SIL) - TS/SCI Required

Blue Origin; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 126,000 - 178,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a dedicated engineer to join their team focused on advancing space technology. This role involves developing a cutting-edge Hardware-in-the-Loop testbed for the Blue Ring spacecraft program, a versatile satellite designed for various missions. You will collaborate with a diverse team to design and build a vehicle-level emulator, ensuring the success of space operations. With a commitment to safety and inclusion, this opportunity offers a chance to contribute to groundbreaking advancements in space infrastructure. If you're passionate about engineering and eager to make a difference, this is the role for you.

Benefits

Relocation Provided

Paid Time Off

401(k) with Company Match

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Parental Leave

Short and Long-term Disability

Discretionary Bonus

Education Support Program

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in avionics systems testing.
• Ability to develop test solutions with minimal mentorship.
• Experience with electronic lab test equipment.

Responsibilities

• Developing and managing lab architecture and configurations.
• Implementing the Hardware-in-the-Loop (HWIL) testbed.
• Assisting in software development for testbed simulation.

Skills

Avionics Systems Testing

Lab Architecture Development

Signal Emulation

2D/3D Harness Design

C/C++ Programming

Python Programming

Education

B.S. in Electrical Engineering

B.S. in Aerospace Engineering

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Data Acquisition Cards

DMMs

Power Meters

Job description

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

The role is part of the In-Space Systems business unit, which is focused on addressing two of the most compelling challenges in spaceflight today: space infrastructure and increasing mobility on-orbit.

As part of a hardworking team of diverse engineers, you will play a crucial role in developing and advancing our new Hardware-in-the-loop (HWIL / FlatSat) testbed for our Blue Ring spacecraft program. Blue Ring is the "Swiss Army Knife of satellites" and can support a variety of missions in Earth orbit domains out to the cislunar region - including transporting and hosting payloads, refueling satellites, as well as performing data relay, storage and compute via our in-space edge compute capability.

In collaboration with external customers and the internal development team, you will design and build a vehicle-level emulator of the Blue Ring Spacecraft. Your role will involve gathering requirements from collaborators and building the testbed to support a diverse range of development and operations activities. You will decompose test goals and objectives to deliver spacecraft avionics testbeds that meet system test plans and requirements. You will be directly responsible for developing and managing lab architecture, including rack designs, lab layout, and facility integration. In addition, you will choose, acquire, and, if needed, design or adapt signal emulation and data acquisition hardware. Furthermore, you will develop integration solutions for spacecraft components and electronics, such as component mounting, grounding, and harness design.

Special Mentions:

• Relocation provided
• 10-15% domestic travel required

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Developing, coordinating and managing lab architecture - encompassing rack configurations, lab layout, and facility integration.
• Developing and implementing the Hardware-in-the-Loop (HWIL) testbed, as well as associated qualification plans and test procedures.
• Assisting in the development and maintenance of software for testbed simulation environments.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Active Top Secret (TS) clearance required.
• B.S. degree in electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of industry background in avionics systems testing, including planning, execution, and reporting of electronics testing.
• Skilled in using standard electronic lab test equipment (e.g. oscilloscopes, DMMs, power meters, data acquisition cards).
• Ability to independently develop test solutions with minimal mentorship.
• Proficiency generating and reviewing 2D and/or 3D harness designs, as well as maintaining system interconnect diagrams.
• Proven track record of building trust, encouraging positive and professional relationships, and contribute to an inclusive culture.
• 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:

• Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance preferred.
• Familiarity with C / C++ and Python programming.
• Understanding of real-time operating systems and embedded control systems (including APIs, interfaces, and device drivers).
• Familiarity with communication protocols such as UDP/TCP, I2C, UART, SpaceWire, etc.
• Proficiency in rapidly deploying test environments.
• Expertise in developing Hardware-in-the-Loop (HWIL / FlatSat) environments for spacecraft programs.
• Skill in writing automated test scripts using Python or other scripting languages.
• Ability to build 3D mechanical CAD drawings.
• Knowledge of PCB schematic and layout design.

Compensation Range for:

WA applicants is $126,898.00-$177,656.85

Other site ranges may differ

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.

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, 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.

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, diverse, 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, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members. 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, gender, 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 “EEO Is the Law,” please see here.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

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