PCB Design Librarian III

Blue Origin LLC; Los Angeles, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 104,000 - 146,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with match

Education support

Paid time off & holidays

Job summary

Blue Origin LLC is seeking a PCB Design Librarian III to develop and maintain our company-wide eCAD libraries, including footprints and schematic symbols. You will design blocks and support high-speed, high-reliability PCBs for aerospace applications, collaborating with mechanical, electrical, firmware, and software teams to ensure requirements are met.

The role requires 5+ years in PCB library creation, Altium proficiency, and experience with IPC standards.

Qualifications

• 5+ years creating and maintaining PCB part libraries (symbols & footprints).
• Aerospace/defense PCB layout experience preferred.
• Expert in Altium Designer Pro/365/Enterprise for library and layout.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain corporate eCAD component libraries.
• Design and layout high-performance PCBs for aerospace applications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure design requirements are met.

Skills

PCB library management

HDI board design experience

Signal integrity knowledge

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Altium Designer

Siemens Valor

Git revision control

Job description

PCB Design Librarian III page is loaded## PCB Design Librarian IIIlocations: Greater Seattle Area: Los Angeles, CA: Space Coast, FLtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R72539Application 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 Advanced Concepts and Enterprise Engineering (ACE), supporting Blue Origin's mission of millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. The team fosters innovation and drives engineering workflows of the future, shared solutions and standards, simplicity and lower costs, and manufacturable design.We are looking for someone to apply their hardware design technical expertise, natural leadership, organizational skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact the bold missions at Blue Origin. As an Avionics PCB Librarian within this Advanced Concepts and Enterprise Engineering (ACE) PCB design team, you will apply your understanding of digital, analog, mixed-signal, high-speed, RF and high-power PCB design and components to develop and maintain our company-wide eCAD parts library.**Responsibilities include but are not limited to:*** Develop and maintain corporate eCAD component libraries, including part footprints, schematic symbols and related component information* Design and layout common circuit blocks to support high-performance, high-reliability PCBs development for aerospace applications* Work with Altium Designer to create detailed PCB layout design files from schematics (Gerbers and FAB & ASY drawings, and other relevant documentation)* Ensure design and manufacturing practices adhere to industry standards and regulations* Troubleshoot and resolve PCB design and layout issues* Contribute to PCB/PCBA design reviews by providing design artifacts, DFM/DFA/DFT assessments and similar value-added info* Collaborate in defining PCB development process improvements (procedures and checklists)* Collaborate with cross-functional teams of mechanical, electrical, firmware and software engineers to ensure design requirements are met* Check the quality of work of other layout resources, including internal and external resources* Support and mentor internal layout resources (junior engineers and technicians) on PCB design (library and layout) best practices**Minimum Qualifications:*** 5+ years of experience creating and maintaining PCB part libraries (schematic symbols & footprints)* Adjacent experience in PCB layout and design, specifically in the aerospace and defense industry* Expert proficiency using Altium Designer Pro/365/Enterprise for PCB design (library and layout)* Experienced use of PCB best practices for design, manufacturing, assembly and testing (including IPC-6012 Class 3 standards and IPC-7352)* Experience with implementing PCB(A) design constraint management; including trace length matching, spacing rules, etc.* Experience in designing High-Density Interconnect (HDI) boards with fine pitch BGA (FPGAs, processors, microcontrollers, and other ASICs); including thru-hole and microvias, blind-buried vias, etc.* Experience with High-Speed, High-Power and High-Density Interconnect board design and layout; including signal integrity constraints, impedance-controlled nets and stack-up.* Experience routing multi-rail power delivery solutions, and high-power thermal management and other mechanical constraints.* Ability to work effectively in fast-paced and high-pressure environments, earn trust, and maintain positive and professional relationships; demonstrate attention to detail, strong task ownership and excellent communication skills* 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:*** Advanced certification in PCB design, Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in PCB Design or Bachelor of Science (BS) in Electrical Engineering (or related field)* Certifications such as: CID (Certified Interconnect Designer), CIS (Certified IPC Specialists) and CSE (Certified Standards Expert)* Familiarity with PCB DFM/DFA/DFT/DFC (Design for Manufacturing, Assembly, Test and Cost) using tools such as Siemens Valor* Familiarity with High-Speed and High-Power board design practices (signal and power integrity) using tools such as Siemens HyperLynx* Proficiency with Git Revision Control, AWS GovCloud tool environments, and scripting languages such as Python, Perl, DelphiScript, etc to support tool integration and automation; exposure to AI tools that support PCB library and design automation (Quilter, Darcy, or similar tools)###Base Pay Range for:CA applicants is $104,027.00 - $145,637.10WA applicants is $104,027.00 - $145,637.10**Other site ranges may differ****Culture Statement****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 (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*** 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.* 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 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. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless