Senior RF/DSP Engineer - In-Space Systems
Description For Senior RF/DSP Engineer - In-Space Systems
Blue Origin, a pioneering space company founded with the vision of enabling millions to live and work in space, is seeking a Senior RF/DSP Engineer for their In-Space Systems business unit. This role represents a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge space technology, focusing on two critical challenges in spaceflight: space infrastructure and increasing on-orbit mobility.
The position involves architecting and developing algorithms for next-generation high-performance phased array systems used in mission-critical, high-reliability environments. As a senior engineer, you'll lead a multidisciplinary team in developing RF communications systems and software defined radios (SDRs) for spacecraft, taking projects from early concepts through to flight units. The role requires deep expertise in digital beam forming and active electronically scanned arrays for communication systems.
Working at Blue Origin means joining a team of problem solvers within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. The company offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) matching, paid parental leave, and an education support program. With locations in Seattle, Denver, and Los Angeles, the position offers competitive compensation ranging from $139,979 to $213,128 depending on location.
The ideal candidate will bring 14 years of experience with a bachelor's degree (or equivalent with advanced degrees) in a relevant field, along with extensive knowledge of RF systems, FPGA development, and digital signal processing. This is an opportunity to work on technology that will directly impact the future of space exploration and infrastructure, while being part of a company that's literally building the road to space.
The role combines technical leadership with hands-on development, requiring expertise in both hardware and software aspects of RF systems. You'll work with cutting-edge technology while contributing to Blue Origin's mission of benefiting Earth through space exploration and development. The position offers the chance to work on unique challenges in spacecraft communications while being part of a team that's making history in spaceflight.
Responsibilities For Senior RF/DSP Engineer - In-Space Systems
- Develop, execute, and manage plan for design, development, test, and qualification of software defined radios (SDR) and RF systems
- Research and design DSP algorithms in MATLAB
- Develop hardware implementations of DSP algorithms in Simulink
- Generate fixed-point implementations and test vectors
- Own DSP algorithm implementation performance on target platforms
- Work with digital designers for power and area efficient implementations
Requirements For Senior RF/DSP Engineer - In-Space Systems
- 14 years experience with Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or STEM
- Experience in development, prototyping, and testing of complex RF components
- Experience with VHDL or System Verilog design for Software Defined Radios
- Experience with Electronic Design Automation Tools
- Experience with FPGA physical constraints and timing closure
- Experience with board/system level debug using test equipment
- Experience with algorithms for adaptive detection and beamforming
- Must be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or lawfully admitted refugee/asylee
Benefits For Senior RF/DSP Engineer - In-Space Systems
- Medical, dental, vision insurance
- Basic and supplemental life insurance
- Paid parental leave
- Short and long-term disability
- 401(k) with company match up to 5%
- Education Support Program
- Up to 4 weeks paid time off
- 14 company-paid holidays
- Discretionary bonus
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