Blue Origin
Overview
Sr RF Hardware Manager - Lunar Permanence role within Blue Origin. This role is part of the Lunar Permanence business unit, whichDevelops Blue Moon landers and related products. The position focuses on building sustainable infrastructure for crew and cargo transport from Earth to the lunar surface, and requires leadership of the RF hardware design, development, integration, and delivery for lunar missions. Responsibilities
Technical Leadership
Define, own, and control the RF Amplifier technical baseline, performing technical work and providing leadership of the highest caliber. Deliver complex RF/digital mixed-signal PCBs and PCBAs, owning architecture, impedance strategy, system and power integrity, EMI/EMC compliance, and design for manufacturability and test with suppliers. Lead the full subsystem life cycle from concept to verification and validation for lunar missions. Develop, track, and maintain analyses and simulations (e.g., line-up analysis, EM simulations) and drive technical excellence using advanced engineering fundamentals. Own the development, refinement, and continuous improvement of technical processes, tools, and best practices in communications engineering. Lead anomaly investigations, root cause analyses, recovery plans, and risk burn-down for complex development or flight issues in the Communications Subsystem. Drive completion of sub-assembly and assembly-level V&V activities, including reviewing and authoring subsystem test plans and supporting lab, environmental, or field test efforts. Project/Program Management
Define, own, and control team schedule and cost baselines; manage competing priorities in a dynamic development environment. Manage external procurements and internal dependencies to meet delivery milestones. Drive programmatic and project excellence through a data-driven approach; balance technical performance, schedule, and budget. People Leadership
Manage a team of engineers to specify, design, analyze, manufacture, integrate, test, and deliver mission-critical communications hardware and software. Recruit, hire, manage high-performing teams. Manage direct reports’ professional development, including coaching, performance reviews, and career development. Serve as primary spokesperson/point of contact for the communications area to leadership, external customers, and technical partners. Cross-Functional & External Engagement
Develop and manage relationships across Blue Origin and with external partners, representing the organization as technical expert. Collaborate directly with the vehicle team as our direct customer and represent the RF front-end team in cross-functional meetings. Represent Blue Origin with external consortiums or technical committees/societies, as appropriate. Minimum Qualifications
Minimum of a B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering or related technical field 8+ years relevant experience in the full life cycle development of RF communications hardware including requirements, design, integration, test, and operations. 5+ years managing technical teams, leading multidisciplinary projects, or technical leadership in communications systems. Proven technical expertise in RF Communications, including integrated circuit design, line-up definition, verification and validation, and system safety. Experience with software tools such as AWR, HFSS, and Altium Familiarity with standards such as DVB-S2, CCSDS, RS-422, Spacewire, I2C, etc.; experience with space-rated hardware/software. Resource management experience, including staffing, budgeting, and scheduling for multi-disciplinary teams. Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills. Preferred Qualifications
Experience with verification, integration, and test of integrated subsystems or systems on a spacecraft. Experience managing suppliers/subcontracts and working with NASA or government partners. Familiarity with Agile project management, risk management, and Earned Value Management. Compensation
Compensation range for CO applicants is $164,085.00-$229,719.00; for WA applicants it is $178,452.00-$249,832.80. Other site ranges may differ. Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid parental leave, disability coverage, 401(k) with company match up to 5%, and Education Support Program. Paid Time Off: Up to four weeks per year and up to 14 company-paid holidays. Discretionary bonus: Rewards individual contributions and allows employees to share in company results. Benefits eligibility varies by role type; check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of available benefits. Equal Employment Opportunity
Blue Origin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We hire on qualifications, performance, and abilities and strive for a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork. We provide equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms of employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law. For more information on rights, see the Know Your Rights reference. If you require reasonable accommodation during application or interview, please contact EEOCompliance@blueorigin.com.
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Sr RF Hardware Manager - Lunar Permanence role within Blue Origin. This role is part of the Lunar Permanence business unit, whichDevelops Blue Moon landers and related products. The position focuses on building sustainable infrastructure for crew and cargo transport from Earth to the lunar surface, and requires leadership of the RF hardware design, development, integration, and delivery for lunar missions. Responsibilities
Technical Leadership
Define, own, and control the RF Amplifier technical baseline, performing technical work and providing leadership of the highest caliber. Deliver complex RF/digital mixed-signal PCBs and PCBAs, owning architecture, impedance strategy, system and power integrity, EMI/EMC compliance, and design for manufacturability and test with suppliers. Lead the full subsystem life cycle from concept to verification and validation for lunar missions. Develop, track, and maintain analyses and simulations (e.g., line-up analysis, EM simulations) and drive technical excellence using advanced engineering fundamentals. Own the development, refinement, and continuous improvement of technical processes, tools, and best practices in communications engineering. Lead anomaly investigations, root cause analyses, recovery plans, and risk burn-down for complex development or flight issues in the Communications Subsystem. Drive completion of sub-assembly and assembly-level V&V activities, including reviewing and authoring subsystem test plans and supporting lab, environmental, or field test efforts. Project/Program Management
Define, own, and control team schedule and cost baselines; manage competing priorities in a dynamic development environment. Manage external procurements and internal dependencies to meet delivery milestones. Drive programmatic and project excellence through a data-driven approach; balance technical performance, schedule, and budget. People Leadership
Manage a team of engineers to specify, design, analyze, manufacture, integrate, test, and deliver mission-critical communications hardware and software. Recruit, hire, manage high-performing teams. Manage direct reports’ professional development, including coaching, performance reviews, and career development. Serve as primary spokesperson/point of contact for the communications area to leadership, external customers, and technical partners. Cross-Functional & External Engagement
Develop and manage relationships across Blue Origin and with external partners, representing the organization as technical expert. Collaborate directly with the vehicle team as our direct customer and represent the RF front-end team in cross-functional meetings. Represent Blue Origin with external consortiums or technical committees/societies, as appropriate. Minimum Qualifications
Minimum of a B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering or related technical field 8+ years relevant experience in the full life cycle development of RF communications hardware including requirements, design, integration, test, and operations. 5+ years managing technical teams, leading multidisciplinary projects, or technical leadership in communications systems. Proven technical expertise in RF Communications, including integrated circuit design, line-up definition, verification and validation, and system safety. Experience with software tools such as AWR, HFSS, and Altium Familiarity with standards such as DVB-S2, CCSDS, RS-422, Spacewire, I2C, etc.; experience with space-rated hardware/software. Resource management experience, including staffing, budgeting, and scheduling for multi-disciplinary teams. Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills. Preferred Qualifications
Experience with verification, integration, and test of integrated subsystems or systems on a spacecraft. Experience managing suppliers/subcontracts and working with NASA or government partners. Familiarity with Agile project management, risk management, and Earned Value Management. Compensation
Compensation range for CO applicants is $164,085.00-$229,719.00; for WA applicants it is $178,452.00-$249,832.80. Other site ranges may differ. Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid parental leave, disability coverage, 401(k) with company match up to 5%, and Education Support Program. Paid Time Off: Up to four weeks per year and up to 14 company-paid holidays. Discretionary bonus: Rewards individual contributions and allows employees to share in company results. Benefits eligibility varies by role type; check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of available benefits. Equal Employment Opportunity
Blue Origin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We hire on qualifications, performance, and abilities and strive for a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork. We provide equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms of employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law. For more information on rights, see the Know Your Rights reference. If you require reasonable accommodation during application or interview, please contact EEOCompliance@blueorigin.com.
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