Electrical Systems Engineer Level II - TeraWave

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!

Special Mentions:

This position is part of Blue Origin's Tera Wave business unit, a newly announced satellite communications network designed to deliver symmetrical data speeds of up to 6 Tbps anywhere on Earth. Tera Wave consists of 5,408 optically interconnected satellites in low Earth orbit (LEO) and medium Earth orbit (MEO), providing enterprise-grade connectivity for critical operations.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Design, develop, and optimize spacecraft electrical systems with specific focus on harness design, connector selection, and general input/output interfaces for the Tera Wave satellite constellation

Create and maintain detailed electrical system documentation including wiring diagrams, interface control documents, and test procedures

Develop and implement electrical harness designs that meet stringent space-grade requirements for reliability, thermal management, and EMI/EMC compatibility

Select appropriate connectors and interconnect solutions that can withstand the harsh space environment while maintaining signal integrity

Perform electrical analyses including Worst Case Circuit Analysis (WCCA), part stress analysis, signal integrity, and power integrity

Conduct Failure Mode, Effects, and Criticality Analysis (FMECA) for electrical systems and components

Provide general electrical systems design support to other subsystems including avionics power, thermal, communications, and payload teams

Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to ensure electrical system compatibility and integration

Develop test plans and procedures to verify electrical system performance and compliance with requirements

Troubleshoot and resolve complex electrical issues during integration and testing phases

Maintain awareness of industry standards and best practices for spacecraft electrical systems

Contribute to technical reviews and design milestone presentations

Support supplier management for electrical components and harness fabrication

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related technical field3+ years of experience in electrical engineering, with at least 2 years specifically in spacecraft or satellite electrical systems

Demonstrated experience with spacecraft electrical harness design, connector selection, and general input/output interfaces

Proficiency in electrical analysis techniques and familiarity with industry standards for space applications (NASA-STD-8739.4A, IPC/WHMA-A-620 Space Addendum)

Experience with electrical CAD tools and documentation systems

Strong understanding of EMI/EMC principles and design practices for space applications

Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field5+ years of experience in spacecraft electrical systems design

Direct experience with high-speed data transmission systems and optical communications

Knowledge of space-grade materials and components for electrical systems

Experience with satellite constellation design and operations

Familiarity with New Glenn launch vehicle interfaces and requirements

Experience with ECSS or NASA electrical standards and compliance

Background in system-level and circuit-level modeling and simulation

Experience with power distribution systems for spacecraft

Knowledge of radiation effects on electrical components and mitigation techniques

Why Blue Origin:

At Blue Origin, we're not just building the future of space exploration—we're revolutionizing global connectivity through our Tera Wave satellite network. As a Satellite Electrical Systems Engineer II, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring the Electrical Systems…