Senior Avionics EGSE 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.

Blue Origin is seeking a Senior EGSE Engineer to join the Core Systems and Components group. In this role, you will play a critical part in developing, executing, and maintaining test sets for electronic systems and components. You will work closely with our Electrical Design and Embedded Systems teams to ensure hardware meets the highest standards of performance, reliability, and mission readiness. 

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Design, develop, and maintain Electrical Ground Support Equipment (EGSE) used for testing, integration, and checkout of flight hardware
• Collaborate closely with Electrical Design, Embedded Systems, and Test Engineering teams throughout the hardware development lifecycle to define GSE requirements
• Develop schematics, wiring diagrams, and interface control documents for GSE systems and racks
• Build, integrate, and troubleshoot GSE hardware including power supplies, signal conditioning, breakout boxes, harnesses, and simulators
• Develop and maintain software/firmware interfaces for GSE control, monitoring, and automation
• Identify, document, and drive resolution of GSE hardware anomalies and failures
• Support design reviews, including participation in test readiness reviews (TRRs) and GSE design reviews
• Ensure GSE systems comply with program requirements, safety standards, and applicable specifications
• Provide on-site support for integration, test, and launch operations as needed
• Contribute to continuous improvement of GSE design processes and standardization efforts

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field; or extensive relevant work experience
• 8+ years of relevant experience in electrical ground support equipment design, electronics engineering, or test engineering
• Experience designing, building, and troubleshooting electrical/electronic ground support equipment, including power distribution, signal conditioning, and interface hardware
• Experience developing schematics, wiring diagrams, and interface control documents
• Demonstrated experience with verification and validation (V&V) methodologies and requirements traceability
• Experience with requirements management tools such as DOORS, Jama, or similar
• Proficiency with test and measurement equipment such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, and data acquisition systems
• Proficiency with automation and control software/scripting (e.g., Python, LabVIEW, or similar)
• Strong understanding of digital and analog circuit design and troubleshooting
• Experience with Failure Reporting, Analysis, and Corrective Action Systems
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, technical drawings, and specifications
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Must be a U.S. citizen

Preferred Qualifications

• Active Top Secret security clearance
• Experience supporting COMSEC or communications systems hardware
• Familiarity with embedded systems development and integration
• Experience with configuration management tools and processes (e.g., Git, SVN, or similar)
• Experience developing GSE in accordance with industry standards such as MIL-STD-461, NASA GEVS, DO-160, or similar
• Experience supporting integration and test campaigns, including Design Verification Tests and Production Acceptance Tests
• Knowledge of IPC standards for electronic assemblies and workmanship
• Experience designing cable harnesses, custom test fixtures, or rack-level GSE systems
• Experience in aerospace, defense, or other safety-critical industries
• Familiarity with safety interlocks, grounding, and electrical safety practices for ground test systems

Base Pay Range for:

CO applicants is $144,179.00 - $201,849.90

Other site ranges may differ

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

• 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.

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 Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on “Know Your Rights,” 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 at [email protected]. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.