Antenna Design Engineer III - TeraWave

Blue Origin LLC

Seattle, WA

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JOB DETAILS

JOB TYPE

Full-time, Employee

SKILLS

Acceptance Testing, Aerospace and Defense, Affirmative Action, Algorithms, Analysis Skills, Antenna, Antenna Design, CDL Driver's License, Calibration, Communication Systems, Digital Signal Processing (DSP), Disability Accommodations, Documentation Design, Electrical Engineering, Electromagnetism, Federal Laws and Regulations, Field Trials, Genetics, HFSS (High Frequency Structure Simulator), Hardware Design, Hazardous Materials/Substances, High Throughput, Integration Testing, Legal, Material Moving, Mechanical Engineering, Medical Records, Military, Onboarding, Performance Tuning/Optimization, Problem Solving Skills, Prototyping, Radio Frequency, Reflectors, Regulations, Requirements Management, Road Tests, Simulation, Software Design, State Laws and Regulations, Technical/Engineering Design, Testing, Transmit/Receive Modules, Wireless Communications

LOCATION

Seattle, WA

POSTED

30+ days ago

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!

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As aLevel III Antenna Design Engineer, you will design the physical hardware that forms the backbone of our in-space communication network. You will be a foundational member of a new, in-house team tasked with creating the next generation of high-frequency antennas for Blue Origin's space vehicles. This is a unique opportunity to work on the antenna system design from the ground up.

Join our dynamic team as a Engineer, where you will play a key role in the design, analysis, simulation, testing, and integration of high-performance antenna systems for our next-generation Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite constellation. In this role, you will address complex technical challenges related to reflector geometries, feeds, and RF performance, ensuring reliable, high-throughput connectivity for users worldwide.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Support design and develop antenna systems, including reflectors, feeds, radiating elements and sub-reflectors (Q, V and E-bands).
Perform critical electromagnetic (EM) simulations using tools like HFSS, CST, and TICRA to optimize antenna performance.
Collaborate closely with RFIC/MMIC, T/R module, DSP, mechanical, and thermal engineers to define requirements and ensure a cohesive system design.
Support prototype fabrication, assembly, and RF testing (near-field, far-field, and environmental testing).
Support the entire hardware lifecycle, guiding the fabrication, characterization, and environmental qualification (e.g., thermal-vac, vibration, radiation) of antenna systems.
Document designs, analyses, and test results in technical reports and reviews.

Minimum Qualifications:

B.S. in Electrical Engineering with 5+ years of experience in RF antenna design or M.S. in Electrical Engineering or a related field with 3+ years of experience in RF antenna design.
Solid understanding of electromagnetic theory and its application to antenna design, particularly phased arrays.
Proven experience supporting the design and development of antennas and associated hardware.
Proficiency with at least one major 3D electromagnetic simulation tool (e.g., TICRA, HFSS, CST).
Understanding of the trade-offs between different beamforming architectures (analog, digital, hybrid).
Familiarity with antenna measurement techniques and anechoic chamber testing.

Preferred Qualifications:

M.S. in Electrical Engineering with a focus on Electromagnetics or Antennas.
Track record of taking a complex antenna system from initial concept through to production and successful deployment, ideally for space applications.
Experience designing and developing high-frequency antennas at mm-Wave (Q, V, E-band).
Familiarity with RFIC/MMIC technologies and T/R module design considerations.
Knowledge of array calibration techniques and algorithms.
Experience with aerospace, defense, or wireless communication systems.

Compensation Range for:
CA applicants is $130,706.00 - $182,987.70
WA applicants is $130,706.00 - $182,987.70

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 (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

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.

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 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. 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, sex, 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 "Know Your Rights," please see here.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin's Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us atEEOCompliance@blueorigin.com. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.

California Applicant Privacy Notice

If you are a California resident, please reference the CA Applicant Privacy Notice here.

ITAR Requirements

To conform to U.S. Government commercial space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3), applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, lawfully admitted for permanent residence into the U.S. (i.e. current green card holder), or lawfully admitted as a refugee or granted asylum under 8 U.S.C. § 1157-1158. Learn more about the ITAR here.

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. For more information on “EEO Is the Law,” please see here and here.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation
Applicants wishing to view a copy of Blue Origin’s Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at EEOCompliance@blueorigin.com.

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