Satellite Vehicle Test Bed Lead - TeraWave

Space Vehicle Test Bed 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 team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!

Blue Origin is pioneering the future of space-based communications with Tera Wave, a revolutionary satellite communications network designed to deliver symmetrical data speeds of up to 6 Tbps anywhere on Earth. This multi-orbit constellation will consist of optically interconnected satellites in low Earth orbit (LEO) and medium Earth orbit (MEO), providing enterprise-grade connectivity for critical operations worldwide.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Lead the design, development, build, integration and checkout of the Hardware-in-the-Loop (HWIL) Vehicle Test Bed (VTB)
• Define VTB requirements by working across multi-disciplinary teams to ensure VTB fidelity and interface definitions
• Own the hardware and software architecture of the VTB, including real time simulation infrastructure, emulators, and Electronic Ground Support Equipment (EGSE)
• Drive selection and integration of real-time simulation platforms ( e.g., Speedgoat, National Instruments, etc.)
• Maintain configuration control of all VTB hardware, software, and models.
• Plan and Execution HWIL test campaigns supporting program milestones.
• Define VTB Test Procedures and Processes with a focus on automation.
• Coordinate with flight software, systems engineering, and mission operations to ensure test coverage of nominal and fault scenarios.
• Track Open anomalies and drive closure with appropriate subsystem Responsible Engineers.
• Manage a team of engineers and technicians to build and operate the VTB
• Develop and maintain the VTB roadmap aligned with the vehicle development schedule
• Communicate test bed status, risks, and milestone readiness to program leadership
• Evaluate emerging simulation and emulation technologies for applicability to the test program
• Integrate Radio Frequency (RF) stimulation and receive equipment into VTB, inclusive of signal generators, spectrum analyzers, channel emulators, and antenna simulators to support GPS/GNSS, telemetry, and RF communication subsystem testing.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related technical field
• 8+ years of experience in hardware-in-the-loop, system level test, and/or vehicle integration and test
• Demonstrated experience leading complex test campaigns with flight or flight-like hardware in a systems integration environment
• Hands-on experience with real-time simulation platforms and hardware interface design (serial, discrete, analog, MIL-STD-1553, Space Wire, Ethernet, CAN, or similar)
• Working knowledge of avionics architectures, flight software interfaces, and embedded systems
• Proven ability to lead technical teams and coordinate across disciplines in a fast-paced development environment
• Ability to work flexible hours during critical test campaigns
• Experience defining test requirements and procedures from system level specifications.
• Familiarity with RF test equipment integration within a system level HWIL environment (signal generators, channel emulators, attenuators, RF switches, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
• 5+ years of experience in systems integration
• Experience with launch vehicle, spacecraft, or other aerospace systems
• Familiarity with GN&C algorithms and ability to assess simulation model fidelity
• Experience with automated test frameworks and data analysis tools (Pythong, MATLAB/Simulink, LabVIEW, etc.)
• Experience supporting vehicle-level FMEA, hazard analysis, or safety reviews
• Previous lead or management experience within a test organization
• Experience integrating GPS/GNSS simulators (e.g., Spirent, Orolia/Safran) into HWIL test beds

Compensation Range for:

CA applicants is $ - $ CO applicants is $ - $ WA applicants is $ - $ Other site ranges may differ

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