Lead Optical Systems Engineer

The role is part of the In-Space Systems business unit, which is focused on addressing two of the most compelling challenges in spaceflight today: space infrastructure and increasing mobility on-orbit. 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. As a Lead Optical Systems Engineer, you will shape the future of laser communication systems from concept through operational activities. This role encompasses the comprehensive development of the product line, from initial prototyping to production, ensuring technical rigor and operational success. Your leadership will set the standard for new capabilities and a growing range of customer missions.**Responsibilities include but are not limited to:** Develop system requirements, specifications, and interface control documents that balance performance, cost, and schedule Lead optical system modeling, analysis, and performance simulation Define software requirements for control and performance monitoring of optical subsystems **Minimum Qualifications:**8+ years of experience in optical systems engineering with progressive leadership responsibility Proficiency with optical system design tools (Zemax, Code V, etc.)Experience with large-aperture telescope systems and pointing requirements Advanced knowledge of mode-matching techniques and optimization of free-space to/from single-mode fiber coupling efficiency Experience with adaptive optics systems, wavefront sensing, and wavefront correction techniques Experience with focal plane arrays and camera systems Familiarity with fiber optic coupling challenges and solutions Previous experience collaborating with cross-functional teams**Preferred Qualifications:**15+ years of experience in optical systems engineering with progressive leadership responsibility Previous work with space-to-ground and ground-to-space optical communications satellite links Experience with atmospheric optical turbulence theory and compensation Proven expertise in atmospheric optics and hands-on experience implementing adaptive optics (AO) control systems to correct for turbulenceExperience taking a complete laser communication system from lab to field, including link performance analysis and hardware validation Experience with optical metrology and testing of complex systems Familiarity with Pointing, Acquisition, and Tracking (PAT) standards and algorithms for satellite optical communications Program management experience for large optical system development * 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 (CDL drivers only), 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.* 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.Blue Origin was founded with a vision to enable a future where millions of people are living and working in space to benefit Earth. In order to preserve Earth, Blue Origin believes in the need to enable humanity to expand, explore, find new energy and material resources, and move industries that stress Earth into space. Blue Origin believes it has an important role in building a road to space and lowering the cost of getting there. At Blue Origin, we’re working on this today by developing fully reusable launch vehicles and systems that are safe, reliable and affordable. Every launch vehicle is designed for human spaceflight from the beginning and able to ferry payloads to space.
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