Principal Wireless Software Engineer

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 diverse team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!

This role is part of the Lunar Permanence business unit. To further Blue Origin's mission of having millions of people living and working in space, we are building the sustainable infrastructure for our transport of crew and cargo from Earth to the Lunar Surface.

As part of a hardworking team of diverse specialists, technicians, and engineers, you will be leading the development and deployment of advanced radio and antenna software applications for lunar permanence business unit. Your work will be crucial in ensuring robust and reliable communication systems for all our lunar missions. This is a highly collaborative and technical role where your expertise will guide critical projects and contribute significantly to our mission of lunar exploration and habitation.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Lead the design, development, and testing of software for radio and antenna systems to be used on the lunar surface.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with hardware engineers, system engineers, and mission architects to define requirements and develop scalable solutions.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to a team of engineers, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.
• Develop software protocols and algorithms to optimize wireless communication performance in the harsh lunar environment.
• Conduct detailed analysis and modeling of radio frequency (RF) propagation to support antenna design and placement.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices, as well as Blue Origin’s stringent safety and reliability requirements.
• Maintain thorough documentation of designs, software, and testing procedures to ensure knowledge transfer and regulatory compliance.
• Participate in and contribute to technical reviews, risk assessments, and mission planning activities.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field.
• A minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in wireless communication systems, with a strong emphasis on software development for radio and antenna applications.
• Proven track record of successfully leading complex wireless communication projects from conception to deployment.
• Expertise in RF system design, digital signal processing, and embedded software development.
• Proficiency in relevant programming languages (e.g., C/C++, Python, MATLAB) and development tools.
• In-depth understanding of communication protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, Bluetooth, Zigbee) and standards (e.g., IEEE, ITU).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey complex technical information clearly and concisely.
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working on space or aerospace communication systems.
• Familiarity with lunar or planetary communication challenges.
• Demonstrated ability to innovate and stay updated with emerging technologies in the field of wireless communications.
• Experience with relevant simulation tools.

Compensation range for on-site CA applicants is $200,857 - $281,200

Other site ranges may differ

Compensation Range for:

CA applicants is $200,857.50-$281,200.50

Other site ranges may differ

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

Inclusivity 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 a diverse, inclusive, and 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.

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.

Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.

Discretionary bonus: Bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.

Eligibility for benefits varies by role type, please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role.

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, diverse, 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, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members. 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, gender, 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 “EEO Is the Law,” please see here.

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