Technical Program Manager, RF​/mmWave IC Development - TeraWave

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. Blue Origin is seeking aPrincipal Technical Program Managerto lead development and execution of advancedRF/mmWave front-end integrated circuit (FEIC )programs for Tera Wave. This role will own program execution from early requirements definition through architecture, IC development, tapeout, silicon bring-up, characterization, qualification, OSAT engagement, and production transition.

The TPM will collaborate with foundry, product, test and packaging engineers to monitor third-party IP providers, foundry and EDA partners, OSATs, packaging suppliers, test partners, and system stakeholders to ensure FEIC deliverables align with Tera Wave product and mission objectives. The ideal candidate combines formal technical program management discipline with deep technical knowledge ofRFIC development, semiconductor execution, phased-array systems, and/or satellite communications to credibly lead cross-functional teams, manage complex dependencies, and drive programs from concept to qualified production hardware.

• Relocation provided
• Travel expected up to 10% of the time
• Interviews will include a technical assessment
• This role is based on site in San Diego, CA (preferred) or in Cupertino (CA). A temporary remote work exception is approved while our San Diego site is being developed.

• Lead end-to-end technical program execution for TeraWaveQ/V-band Front-End IC developmentssupporting phased-array antenna and digital beamforming systems.
• Coordinate internal engineering teams in the execution of various development lifecycle phases from market and mission requirements through tape out, silicon qualification and reliability testing.
• Build and maintain integrated IC schedules, milestone plans, deliverables, dependency maps, risk registers, and executive-level program dashboards.
• Drive alignment between FEIC deliverables and system-level PAA/DBF requirements and production cost.
• Manage third-party IP deliverables, including technical specifications, licensing, delivery schedules, documentation, integration collateral, verification expectations, support models, and risk mitigation.
• Drive cross-functional risk management for schedule, resources, technical maturity, supplier performance, foundry readiness, IP availability, test coverage, package performance, qualification, and production ramp.
• Foster a culture of ownership, accountability, collaboration, technical excellence, and disciplined execution.

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, or related technical discipline.
• Experience managing RF IC programs across multiple lifecycle phases, from requirements and architecture through development, validation, qualification, and production.
• Experience creating and maintaining IC integrated schedules, risk registers, dependency maps, milestone plans, and executive-level program reporting.
• Ability to work effectively with highly technical RF, IC design, systems, packaging, test, and manufacturing teams.
• Experience…