Sr. Ground Systems Engineer - TeraWave

About this role

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!   

Blue Origin is pioneering the future of space-based communications with TeraWave, a revolutionary satellite communications network designed to deliver symmetrical data speeds of up to 6 Tbps anywhere on Earth. This multi-orbit constellation will consist of optically interconnected satellites in low Earth orbit (LEO) and medium Earth orbit (MEO), providing enterprise-grade connectivity for critical operations worldwide.

As part of a hardworking team of engineers, you will play a meaningful role in the design, development, integration, and maintenance of ground-based systems that support our space missions and advancing ground capabilities. This includes understanding of related capabilities such as cross domain solutions, cyber security architectural principles and the needed software development standards, ensuring secure and efficient communications between various security domains.

We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and dedication to quality to positively impact TeraWave. Passion for our mission and vision is required!  

Responsibilities include but are not limited to: • Design, develop, integrate, and maintain ground systems advancing capabilities to support our TeraWave initiatives. • Collaborate with multi-functional teams to capture requirements, define systems architecture, and develop detailed system design specifications. • Develop software solutions that facilitate secure data transfer between various security domains, ensuring compliance with relevant security policies and standards. • Conduct system-level testing, solving, and performance optimization to ensure robust and reliable operation of ground systems. • Support the full software development lifecycle, including requirements analysis, design, coding, testing, documentation, and maintenance. • Share technical expertise and mentorship on ground systems engineering standard methodologies, including security, scalability, and maintainability. • Ensure that all ground systems deployments meet or exceed regulatory and security compliance requirements. • Document system configurations, procedures, and processes; provide training and support to operational teams as required.

Minimum Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or a related field. • Minimum of 10 years of experience in space mission ground systems, with a focus on network protocol security policies, standards and requirements. • Expertise in crafting and implementing secure communication systems that operate across multiple security domains • Strong understanding of security protocols, encryption, and data integrity principles. • Proven experience in system integration, testing, and performance tuning. • Expertise in requirements definition and management, preferably using DOORS Next Generation (DNG)

Preferred Qualifications • Master's degree or equivalent in a relevant engineering or scientific field. • Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, C++, or similar. • Expertise in Agile, DevSecOps, AWS or Azure. • Experience with spacecraft subsystems and associated subsystem software. • Experience with communications protocols for space applications (e.g. CCSDS, DDS, etc.) • Familiarity with system safety analyses techniques including Functional Hazard Assessments (FHA), Failure Modes, Effects and Criticality Analyses (FMECA), and Fault Tree Analysis (FTA) • Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work optimally in a dynamic and collaborative team environment. • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to a wide audience.

  Base Pay Range for: VA applicants is $156,802.00 - $219,522.45
WA applicants is $156,802.00 - $219,522.45 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

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