Senior Electronics Design Engineer

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!

This role is part of Blue National Security (BNS), where our focus is the design, development, and delivery of launch and spacecraft systems for national security missions. Through Blue Ring, our all-in-one, high-powered hybrid solar-electric and chemical-propelled spacecraft, we provide unmatched mission maneuverability, versatility, and capacity at dramatically lower-profile costs.

About the Role

• At Blue Origin, we believe in the power of talented, dedicated people to push the boundaries of what's possible. We are seeking an Electronics Design Engineer to join our
• COMSEC team within the
• Core Systems and Components group. In this role, you will play a critical part in designing and developing secure communication hardware systems that support our mission of making space accessible for the benefit of humanity.
• You will work in close collaboration with
• Cybersecurity, Software, and FPGA Engineers to deliver robust, mission-critical hardware solutions in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

What You'll Do

• Lead the design, development, and verification of electrical hardware for secure communications (COMSEC) systems
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Cybersecurity, Software, and FPGA engineering teams throughout the full hardware development lifecycle
• Perform hands-on fabrication, assembly, and testing of engineering-level hardware, including building and modifying wire harnesses, soldering components, and integrating sensor systems for rapid prototyping and troubleshooting.
• Design for the space environment, applying principles of radiation hardening (TID, SEE) to ensure system reliability. Perform analysis and select components to meet mission radiation requirements.
• Define and execute hardware verification and validation plans
• Troubleshoot complex hardware issues across integrated systems and support vehicle-level testing and launch campaigns.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers

Ensure designs meet applicable standards, requirements, and security protocols

Participate in design reviews and contribute to continuous improvement efforts

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field
• 10+ years of experience in electrical hardware design
• Understanding of common circuit analyses (Worst Case Circuit Analysis, Derating, Power Analysis, Timing, etc.).
• Proficiency in schematic capture and PCB design tools.
• Experience designing high speed digital systems
• Strong understanding of designing for the space radiation environment and its effects on electronic components.
• Experience working with FPGA-based designs and interfacing with software teams.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-disciplinary engineering environment.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active
• Top Secret security clearance
• (strongly preferred)

• Master’s degree in a related technical discipline.
• Experience with COMSEC or cryptographic hardware design.
• Working knowledge of designing systems to meet MIL-STD-461 and SMC-S-016.
• Experience designing hardware for secure or classified communication systems.
• Experience supporting space, defense, or aerospace programs.
• Knowledge of hardware security modules (HSMs) or secure key management systems.

Compensation & Benefits

Blue Origin offers a competitive compensation package including

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Equity and incentive programs
• Relocation assistance (if applicable)
• A collaborative, mission-driven work environment

Compensation will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

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.

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 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.