ZBO - Avionics Systems Engineer III - Lunar Permanence

Company:  Blue Origin
Location: Denver
Closing Date: 02/11/2024
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent
Job Requirements / Description

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 diverse 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 multiple Blue Moon lander product lines. To further Blue Origin's mission of having millions of people living and working in space, we are building sustainable infrastructure for our transport of crew and cargo from Earth to the lunar surface.

We are actively seeking an Avionics Systems Engineer to play a pivotal role in our ambitious Zero Boil Off (ZBO) cryocooler program, focused on pushing the boundaries of aerospace technology. The successful candidate will be instrumental in developing advanced avionics systems crucial for the program's success, contributing deep industry expertise to design, integration, and testing phases. Your duties will include drafting precise system requirements, leading verification and validation efforts to ensure robust and reliable functionality, and resolving complex technical challenges unique to the cryogenic operating environment. Collaboration is at the heart of our endeavors; hence, you will liaise with cross-functional teams to drive effective integration of avionics with the wider system architecture, optimizing performance for zero boil-off applications. We are looking for a forward-thinking engineer who is adept at managing intricate system interactions and excited about contributing to groundbreaking advances in space technology.

Special Mentions

  • Relocation provided
  • Travel expected up to 10% of the time
  • Interviews will include a technical assessment

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Collaborate with Systems Engineering team to develop and refine avionics sub-system and component requirements
  • Collaborate with other IPT's to ensure the integrated avionics solution meets the program needs (Electrical, Software, I&T)
  • Develop and help execute detailed test plans for validation and verification of the avionics systems.
  • Manage documentation related to system design, test procedures, and results for internal use and regulatory compliance.

Minimum Qualifications

  • B.S. in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
  • 5+ years in avionics industry
  • Full development cycle experience
  • 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

  • M.S. in Systems Engineering or Electrical Engineering
  • Experience working at all levels of avionics development (circuit card design, box level design, systems design)
  • Prior experience developing avionics for in-space environments
  • Experience with formal verification process's (DO-254, DO-178, etc)

Compensation Range for:

CO applicants is $125,400.00-$175,560.00;WA applicants is $136,800.00-$191,520.00

Other site ranges may differ

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

Inclusivity 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 a diverse, inclusive, and 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.

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.

Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.

Discretionary bonus: Bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.

Eligibility for benefits varies by role type, please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role.

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, diverse, 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, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members. 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, gender, 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 "EEO Is the Law," please see here.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin's Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us

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