Electrical Power Systems Engineer 2 (Top Secret Clearance Required)

Blue Origin; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 107,136 - 149,990; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Stock options

Job summary

Blue Origin is seeking an Engineer – Electronics / Electrical Systems II to support the development of spacecraft electrical power subsystems. This role includes responsibilities like performing EPS analyses and developing component-level requirements. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of design experience and an active Top Secret security clearance.

Join our team in Reston, Virginia, and help us create innovative space solutions while enjoying comprehensive benefits including medical insurance, paid parental leave, and stock options.

Relocation assistance and occasional travel may be required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of spacecraft electrical power subsystem design experience with solar array emphasis.
• Experience with EPS components: PMAD, batteries, solar arrays.
• Experience in mission‑critical environments and Design for Manufacturing & Cost.

Responsibilities

• Support development of spacecraft electrical power subsystems.
• Perform critical EPS analyses: Energy Balance Analysis, power budgeting.
• Drive technical decisions for solar array development.

Skills

Active Top Secret security clearance

Experience with spacecraft EPS architecture

Excellent technical communication skills

Experience scripting in Python

3+ years of spacecraft electrical power subsystem design experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering

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 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 focused on addressing space infrastructure and increasing mobility on‑orbit.

Engineer – Electronics / Electrical Systems II

Special Mentions

• Position includes relocation assistance
• Travel expectations: Occasional travel (up to 20%) to support production and operations

Responsibilities

• Support development of spacecraft electrical power subsystems
• Perform critical EPS analyses: Energy Balance Analysis, power budgeting, voltage drop, and bus stability
• Drive technical decisions for solar array development, including cell selection and deployment mechanisms
• Generate component‑level requirements from higher level
• Develop component‑level requirements including verification methods
• Develop and validate power budgets optimized for mission requirements
• Partner with engineering leadership to achieve program goals with acceptable risk
• Evaluate and qualify space‑grade solar cell technologies
• Design for manufacturability to support production rates and cost efficiency
• Support hardware testing activities in the development lab

Minimum Qualifications

• Active Top Secret security clearance
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field
• 3+ years of spacecraft electrical power subsystem design experience with solar array emphasis
• Experience with spacecraft EPS architecture in Earth‑centered orbits and deep space
• Experience with EPS components: PMAD, batteries, solar arrays, wire harnessing, and SADAs
• Experience scripting in Python or other language
• Experience performing EPS analyses and maintaining power budgets
• Excellent technical communication skills and team collaboration abilities
• Experience in mission‑critical environments and Design for Manufacturing & Cost

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree or Ph.D. in relevant engineering discipline
• Experience with high‑voltage and dual‑voltage power bus
• Experience with spacecraft power systems for national security applications
• Familiarity with Claude‑based coding

Base Pay Range: CA applicants $107,136 – $149,990.40; CO applicants $98,208 – $137,491.20; WA applicants $107,136 – $149,990.40. Other site ranges may differ.

Benefits

• 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%
• Education Support Program
• Stock options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
• Paid Time Off: Up to four weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company‑paid holidays
• Bonus and incentive opportunities based on company discretion (not guaranteed)

Export Control Regulations

Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, a U.S. permanent resident (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 the role requires being on a military installation
• Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers operating Commercial Motor Vehicles with GVW ≥10,001 lbs or transporting placardable hazardous materials may be subject to additional FDMS regulations, Medical Certification, Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing, etc.
• Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, including pre‑employment and random drug testing and a DOT physical

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 workforce. We hire and promote 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 race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other 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.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin's affirmative action plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at [e-mail]. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.