Analog Mixed-Signal IC Design Engineer - TeraWave

Analog/Mixed-Signal IC Design 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.

We are seeking candidates with extensive hands-on experience in analog/mixed-signal IC design to participate and/or lead the development of high-speed data converters (ADCs/DACs), filters, amplifiers, ESD protection, and biasing and power management systems in advanced CMOS/SiGe processes. You will be responsible for delivering state-of-the-art performance circuits while contributing to innovative solutions that drive Blue Origin's mission of enabling millions to live and work in space for the benefit of Earth.

Special Mentions:

• Relocation provided
• Travel expected up to 10% of the time
• Interviews will include a technical assessment
• This role will be based onsite in San Diego (preferred), CA;
  Bay Area, CA; or Renton, WA. A temporary remote work exception is approved while our Bay Area and San Diego sites are being developed.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Lead the design, development and integration of advanced analog/mixed-signal functions in advanced CMOS and SiGe technologies, focusing on performance optimization and trade-off analysis.
• Utilize full proficiency in Spectre and AMS flows to develop high-performance mixed-signal circuits and systems.
• Collaborate with system architects to define block-level performance and interface requirements based on system specifications, ensuring seamless integration into RF payloads and terminals.
• Oversee layout, top-level integration, floor planning, and verification of the overall design for successful tape-out cycle.
• Work closely with validation and product engineers to develop test plans, facilitate bring-up, optimize performance, and ensure reliable & high-yield production cycles.
• Investigate and implement fundamental analog building blocks to enhance overall circuit performance and mentor junior engineers for best design practices in analog domain.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, or related technical discipline
• Proven experience in the design and development of high-performance analog/mixed-signal integrated circuits and systems. (5+ years – Level III, 7+ Years – Level IV (Senior), 10+ Years – Level 5 (Principal))
• Expertise in the design of data converters (ADCs and DACs).
• Proficiency in mixed-mode and analog/RF modeling, simulation, and verification methodologies using toolsets such as MATLAB, Spectre, System Verilog, and AMS.
• Deep understanding of electromigration and layout-dependent effects on circuit performance, namely in advanced FinFET technologies.
• Extensive experience in silicon characterization and debugging.
• Experience with fundamental analog/RF building blocks, including amplifiers, filters, oscillators, reference generation and LDOs.
• 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:

• Advanced degree (MS/PhD) in Electrical Engineering related technical discipline
• Familiarity with RF design concepts and metrics such as noise figure, intercept points, line-up analysis, etc.
• Fundamental understanding of device physics for process selection and performance optimization.
• Familiarity with chip-level ESD protection design and verification.
• Familiarity with digital design, digital verification, and System Verilog modeling.
• Strong communication skills

Base Pay Range for:

CA applicants is $ - $

WA applicants is $ - $

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