Senior Space Optical Communications Architect

Blue Origin; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 169,624 - 237,473; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Stock options

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Blue Origin in Reston, Virginia is seeking a Principal Optical Communications Architect within their National Security Business Unit. This pivotal role requires deep expertise in free-space optical communications and will shape the future of space-based optical communications for civil, commercial, and national security domains.

The ideal candidate will lead architectural design and development, perform critical simulations, and work closely with customers to define mission objectives. Applicants must possess a Bachelor's degree and over 12 years in optical communications systems.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in space-based optical communications systems with expertise in lasercomm terminal design.
• Experience defining spacecraft accommodation requirements for optical terminals.
• Proficiency in optical link budget analysis and end-to-end performance modeling.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the principal technical authority for space-based optical communications architecture.
• Lead the architectural design and development of FSO communications systems.
• Perform simulations and prototyping efforts to verify design approaches.

Skills

Free-space optical (FSO) communications

Lasercomm terminal design

Optical communications system architecture

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Optical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field

Job description

Blue Origin in Reston, Virginia is seeking a Principal Optical Communications Architect within their National Security Business Unit. This pivotal role requires deep expertise in free-space optical communications and will shape the future of space-based optical communications for civil, commercial, and national security domains.

The ideal candidate will lead architectural design and development, perform critical simulations, and work closely with customers to define mission objectives. Applicants must possess a Bachelor's degree and over 12 years in optical communications systems.