Power Electronics Engineer

Blue Origin LLC; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Life insurance

Paid parental leave

Education Support Program

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Blue Origin LLC seeks an experienced Power Electronics Engineer (Level 3) to develop advanced power electronic converters for aerospace applications. The role covers requirements capture, conceptual and detailed design, with space-qualified components and control algorithms to meet stringent performance and reliability goals.

You will collaborate with firmware, mechanical, and systems teams, lead board bring-up and testing, and drive designs from concept to production, ensuring readiness for

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years designing power electronics for aerospace or space applications (DC-DC converters essential).
• Proficiency in requirements/capture for high-reliability systems.
• Experience with isolated and non-isolated DC-DC converters.
• Hands-on component selection for demanding environments.
• Controller algorithm design and implementation.
• Proficient in circuit simulation tools (LTspice, PSpice, SIMetrix).
• Experience with schematic capture and PCB layout (Altium Designer, OrCAD).
• Experience with Si, GaN and SiC devices.
• Board bring-up, troubleshooting, and validation.
• Design for manufacturability and reliability in production environments.

Responsibilities

• Capture and translate engineering requirements for space power electronics.
• Perform conceptual design and select power-stage topologies for aerospace environments.
• Execute detailed design and select space-qualified components.
• Develop and implement controller algorithms to optimize performance.
• Conduct feasibility studies with circuit simulations and analyses.
• Produce schematics and PCB layouts for high-reliability electronics.
• Lead board bring-up, testing, and production readiness.
• Iterate designs based on test data and feedback across teams.

Skills

DC-DC converter design

Control algorithm development

Requirements capture & translation

High-reliability systems

Signal integrity & EMI awareness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering (preferred)

Tools

LTspice

PSpice

SIMetrix

Altium Designer

OrCAD

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, which is focused on addressing two of the most compelling challenges in spaceflight today: space infrastructure and increasing mobility on‑orbit.

The role is part of the Blue National Security business unit, focused on addressing two of the most compelling challenges in spaceflight today: space infrastructure and increasing mobility on‑orbit.

Overview:

Blue Origin is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Power Electronics Engineer (Level 3) to join our team in developing advanced power electronic converters for aerospace and space applications. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record designing DC‑DC converters, both with and without galvanic isolation, control algorithms, and will be responsible for all phases of product development, from requirements capture through production.

Key Responsibilities:

• Capture and translate engineering requirements and customer specifications for power electronic systems for space applications.
• Perform conceptual design, including selection of power‑stage topology and control schemes suitable for challenging aerospace environments.
• Execute detailed design, selecting reliable and space‑qualified components to meet demanding performance and environmental criteria.
• Develop and implement controller algorithms to optimize converter performance and efficiency.
• Conduct feasibility studies and verify designs through detailed circuit simulation and analysis.
• Produce accurate and clear schematic drawings for power electronic circuits.
• Design PCB layouts and perform routing to meet space application standards, including reliability and manufacturability.
• Lead board bring‑up, troubleshooting, and functional testing of prototypes and production units.
• Perform iterative design improvements based on test data and feedback, ensuring readiness for production.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, including firmware, mechanical, and systems engineering, to ensure cohesive product development.
• Support documentation, design reviews, and production transition activities.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience designing power electronics for aerospace or space applications (DC‑DC converters essential).
• Proficiency in requirements/specifics capture and translation for high‑reliability systems.
• Experienced in selecting power‑stage topologies and control schemes, including both isolated and non‑isolated DC‑DC converters.
• Hands‑on experience with components selection for demanding environments.
• Strong skills in controller algorithm design and implementation.
• Proficient in circuit simulation tools (e.g., LTspice, PSpice, SIMetrix) for feasibility and verification, including transient analysis, in‑rush analysis, stress analysis and stability analysis.
• Experience in schematic capture (e.g., Altium Designer, OrCAD) and PCB layout/routing for high‑reliability electronics.
• Experience with Si, GaN and SiC devices.
• Demonstrated ability to bring‑up boards, troubleshoot, and validate performance through testing.
• Experience iterating designs for manufacturability and reliability in a production environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Familiarity with space qualification standards (e.g., MIL‑STD, NASA standards).
• Experience with High Voltage aerospace design.
• Experience with EMI/EMC mitigation and analysis.
• Knowledge of embedded firmware for power converters.

Base Pay Range for: CO applicants is $119,814.00 - $167,738.55 WA applicants is $130,706.00 - $182,987.70

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.

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

• 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.

Paid Time Off

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 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 LosAngeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws.

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Company Background

Thank you for your interest in working at Blue Origin! Blue Origin was founded with a vision to enable a future where millions of people are living and working in space to benefit Earth. In order to preserve Earth, Blue Origin believes in the need to enable humanity to expand, explore, find new energy and material resources, and move industries that stress Earth into space. Blue Origin believes it has an important role in building a road to space and lowering the cost of getting there. At Blue Origin, we’re working on this today by developing fully reusable launch vehicles and systems that are safe, reliable and affordable. Every launch vehicle is designed for human spaceflight from the beginning and able to ferry payloads to space.

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