MK2 Avionics Hardware Design Engineer III - Lunar Permanence

Blue Origin LLC; Washington; On-site; USD 131,000 - 183,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Stock options

Paid time off

Education support program

Job summary

Blue Origin LLC in Washington state is seeking an experienced Avionics Hardware Engineer to develop thoughtful avionics/control hardware and implement test strategies for power subsystem assemblies. The role involves cross‑functional collaboration across power design, firmware, software, and systems teams.

The candidate will design, validate, and troubleshoot hardware across the vehicle power path, develop automated test scripts, and participate in risk analyses and test planning throughout the

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Engineering or related field required.
• 5+ years in electrical engineering with hardware test, validation, and circuit design.
• Experience with high‑voltage test methods and safety considerations.
• Experience with automated test scripting (Python, LabVIEW, or equivalent).
• Knowledge of power systems hardware: DC/DC, power sequencing, and power integrity.
• Familiarity with RS422/RS485/SPI/LVDS interfaces and mixed‑signal design.

Responsibilities

• Develop test strategies and fixtures for power subsystem hardware.
• Create test cards, breakout boards, and fixtures for validation.
• Lead validation campaigns including TVAC and acceptance tests.
• Ensure data collection and requirement verification.
• Develop automated test scripts for EGSE and power sequencing.
• Troubleshoot failures and implement corrective actions.
• Coordinate interfacing subsystems with the power subsystem.
• Support FMECA and design-for-test activities.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Hardware test

Circuit design

Power electronics

Automated testing

Python

LabVIEW

Power distribution

Mixed-signal design

Communication interfaces

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

LTSpice

PSpice

HyperLynx

SIMetrix/SIMPLIS

Simscape

Altium/Xpedition

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! This role is part of the Lunar Permanence business unit, which develops Blue Origin’s Blue Moon landers and related products. To further Blue Origin's mission of millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth, we are building sustainable infrastructure for our transport of crew and cargo from Earth to the lunar surface. Join a hard working team of engineers apart of the Lunar Permanence business unit, which develops Blue Origin's multiple Blue Moon lander product lines. To further the mission of having millions of people living and working in space, we are building sustainable infrastructure for the transport of crew and cargo from Earth to the lunar surface. As part of a hardworking team, the Avionics Hardware Engineer will be responsible for the development of thoughtful design and integration phase the team is supporting for avionics/control hardware. This role bridges design intent and flight‑ready hardware through rigorous test strategy development, circuit design spanning multiple fields, and cross‑functional collaboration across power design, firmware, software, and systems teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive test strategies, test methodologies, and test fixtures — including design of supporting test hardware — for power subsystem hardware from component level through integrated vehicle testing
• Design, develop, and deliver test support hardware including test cards, breakout boards, and fixture circuits to enable safe and efficient validation of power subsystem assemblies
• Execute and supervise validation campaigns including acceptance testing and Thermal Vacuum (TVAC) testing
• Ensure proper test execution, data collection, and system requirement verification
• Develop and maintain automated test scripts for EGSE and vehicle power sequencing
• Troubleshoot electrical failures, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions
• Coordinate and integrate interfacing subsystems with the power subsystem
• Support design risk analyses, failure modes effects and criticality analyses (FMECA), and design for test activities
• Effectively communicate development status, risks, and challenges to management

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in electrical engineering, with a primary focus in both hardware test and validation and electrical circuit design
• Understanding of power electronics hardware development, such as developing high‑voltage switching
• Experience developing test plans, test procedures, and acceptance test procedures for high‑voltage applications
• Experience with automated test scripting (Python, LabVIEW, or equivalent)
• Understanding of power systems hardware including power distribution, DC‑DC converters, power integrity, and power sequencing
• Experience with mixed‑signal circuit design, including analysis, simulation, test, troubleshooting, and part selection
• Familiarity with many of the following parts and their usage: power supplies (linear, LDO, DC/DC), MOSFETs, op‑amps, ADCs, and DACs
• Knowledge of common communication methods such as RS422, RS485, SPI, LVDS, or similar protocols
• Desire to work hands‑on, both independently and as part of a team, throughout the development and test phases of the electronic assembly product lifecycle

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent field
• 7+ years of experience in design, development, test, and operation of vehicle Avionics systems
• Experience designing or analyzing DC‑DC converters, power supplies, or power distribution architectures
• Experience with brushless DC (BLDC) motors and controllers
• Familiarity with power supply stability analysis, worst case analysis, or FMECA PCB schematic and layout experience (Altium, Mentor Graphics Xpedition, or equivalent)
• Experience with signal integrity and high‑speed digital interfaces
• Electrical design and analysis tool experience: LTSpice, PSpice, HyperLynx, or equivalent
• Knowledge of radiation effects on electronics and how to apply this to designs targeting space applications
• Experience with launch vehicle or spacecraft power systems hardware development, integration, and test
• Experience with EMI/EMC, shock/vibration, or thermal vacuum (TVAC) test environments
• Electrical Design and Analysis tools: LTSpice, PSpice, SIMetrix/SIMPLIS, Simscape
• Experience designing high reliability safety‑critical, Class 2/3 board assemblies; familiarity with IPC‑A‑600/610, DO‑254, and similar standards

Base Pay Range for: CA applicants is $130,706.00 - $182,987.70 CO applicants is $119,814.00 - $167,738.55 WA applicants is $130,706.00 - $182,987.70 Other site ranges may differ

Culture 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 an 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.

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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 (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing, 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

• 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.
• Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
• 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.

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. 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. 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, sex, 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 “Know Your Rights,” please see here.

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