Blue Origin
Senior FPGA Engineer - Advanced Concepts
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 as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight.
Application Close Date Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.
Overview This role is part of Advanced Concepts and Enterprise Engineering (ACE). The team fosters innovation, drives engineering workflows of the future, shared solutions and standards, and manufacturable design. Blue Origin’s Enterprise Engineering Flight Systems group seeks a top tier FPGA Engineer to serve as an FPGA navigation sensor lead and subject matter expert for New Shepard, New Glenn, Lunar Permanence, In‑Space Systems, and Advanced Concepts business FPGA needs.
Responsibilities
Generate FPGA requirements in coordination with systems engineering, hardware engineering, and software engineering
Design, write HDL code, verify and document complex low‑level modules
Own the FPGA community of practice and facilitate collaboration across all Blue Origin business units
Own common FPGA initiatives and leading‑edge AI/ML initiatives for the future of FPGA design across Blue Origin business units
Qualifications
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline
7+ years of FPGA/ASIC design and verification work experience
Proficient in writing FPGA level requirements
Experience in writing RTL using Verilog, SystemVerilog, or VHDL (SystemVerilog desired)
Experience with Clock Domain Crossing techniques and analysis
Experience with FPGA development tools such as Xilinx Vivado and Microchip Libero
Experience with FPGA Timing Constraint definition, STA, and timing closure
Proficient in testbench design and usage
Experience with QuestaSim or equivalent simulator
Experience debugging failures in simulation to root cause problems
Experience using FPGA Design and Verification tools in a Linux environment
Working knowledge of DO-254 or other safety‑critical standards
Ability to influence others and communicate effectively
Desired
Master of Science in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline
Experience with sophisticated verification techniques such as UVM and Constrained Random Verification
Experience with scripting languages
Experience with revision control systems, such as Git/SVN
Experience with common on‑chip bus protocols such as AMBA (AXI, AHB, APB)
Compensation (WA) $177,857.00 – $248,999.10
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 (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 weight ≥ 10,001 lbs. or transport placardable hazardous materials may be subject to additional regulations.
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
Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long‑term disability, 401(k) with a company match up to 5%, and 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.
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 workforce. We hire and promote people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities, and we support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork. We provide all qualified applicants with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, or other status protected by law.
Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin’s affirmative action plans, or requiring a reasonable accommodation in the application and interview process, please contact EEOCompliance@blueorigin.com. This is a publicly managed inbox; please do not include personal medical information.
California Applicant Privacy Notice If you are a California resident, please reference the California Applicant Privacy Notice here.
Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior Level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
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Application Close Date Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.
Overview This role is part of Advanced Concepts and Enterprise Engineering (ACE). The team fosters innovation, drives engineering workflows of the future, shared solutions and standards, and manufacturable design. Blue Origin’s Enterprise Engineering Flight Systems group seeks a top tier FPGA Engineer to serve as an FPGA navigation sensor lead and subject matter expert for New Shepard, New Glenn, Lunar Permanence, In‑Space Systems, and Advanced Concepts business FPGA needs.
Responsibilities
Generate FPGA requirements in coordination with systems engineering, hardware engineering, and software engineering
Design, write HDL code, verify and document complex low‑level modules
Own the FPGA community of practice and facilitate collaboration across all Blue Origin business units
Own common FPGA initiatives and leading‑edge AI/ML initiatives for the future of FPGA design across Blue Origin business units
Qualifications
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline
7+ years of FPGA/ASIC design and verification work experience
Proficient in writing FPGA level requirements
Experience in writing RTL using Verilog, SystemVerilog, or VHDL (SystemVerilog desired)
Experience with Clock Domain Crossing techniques and analysis
Experience with FPGA development tools such as Xilinx Vivado and Microchip Libero
Experience with FPGA Timing Constraint definition, STA, and timing closure
Proficient in testbench design and usage
Experience with QuestaSim or equivalent simulator
Experience debugging failures in simulation to root cause problems
Experience using FPGA Design and Verification tools in a Linux environment
Working knowledge of DO-254 or other safety‑critical standards
Ability to influence others and communicate effectively
Desired
Master of Science in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline
Experience with sophisticated verification techniques such as UVM and Constrained Random Verification
Experience with scripting languages
Experience with revision control systems, such as Git/SVN
Experience with common on‑chip bus protocols such as AMBA (AXI, AHB, APB)
Compensation (WA) $177,857.00 – $248,999.10
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 (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 weight ≥ 10,001 lbs. or transport placardable hazardous materials may be subject to additional regulations.
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
Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long‑term disability, 401(k) with a company match up to 5%, and 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.
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 workforce. We hire and promote people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities, and we support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork. We provide all qualified applicants with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, or other status protected by law.
Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin’s affirmative action plans, or requiring a reasonable accommodation in the application and interview process, please contact EEOCompliance@blueorigin.com. This is a publicly managed inbox; please do not include personal medical information.
California Applicant Privacy Notice If you are a California resident, please reference the California Applicant Privacy Notice here.
Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior Level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Blue Origin by 2x.
#J-18808-Ljbffr