Lead Space-to-Ground Systems Engineer

Blue Origin; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 157,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Stock options

Job summary

Blue Origin is seeking a Sr. Ground Data Systems Engineer to lead RF/communications development across space and ground systems. You will define architectures, interfaces, and verification for complex space-to-ground missions.

Role requires 10+ years in space communications, OSI stack knowledge, and DoD/NASA collaboration experience. Expect a fast-paced, safety-focused environment with cross-functional teamwork in a hybrid/onsite setting at Reston.

Qualifications

• B.S. in aerospace, mechanical, electrical engineering, computer science, physics, or related field.
• 10+ years in space-to-ground communications and ground systems.
• Experience with CCSDS standards and OSI stack
• Proficient with DSN ranging and ground stations/modems.
• Experience in requirements definition, design, and verification.

Responsibilities

• Identify and maintain Ground Data Systems requirements with traceability and validation.
• Collaborate across flight vehicle, ground software, I&T, and external vendors.
• Define interfaces and architectures for diverse mission requirements.
• Plan and conduct verification, validation, and production software releases.
• Support process improvements for Mission Systems and Flight Operations.

Skills

Space-to-Ground

RF Communications

Ground Data Systems

CCSDS protocol

DSN ranging

Modulation & Waveforms

Team collaboration

Education

B.S. in aerospace engineering

M.S. preferred

Tools

Windchill

Git

Confluence

JIRA

DOORS Next Gen

Job description

Blue Origin is seeking a Sr. Ground Data Systems Engineer to lead RF/communications development across space and ground systems. You will define architectures, interfaces, and verification for complex space-to-ground missions.

Role requires 10+ years in space communications, OSI stack knowledge, and DoD/NASA collaboration experience. Expect a fast-paced, safety-focused environment with cross-functional teamwork in a hybrid/onsite setting at Reston.