Director - ASIC Design

Location: Central

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!

We are seeking a leader to lead and grow ASIC design teams developing next-generation silicon for space-based communication systems. This role will drive delivery of high-performance, power-efficient, and reliable ASICs and SoCs used in modem, baseband, beamforming, networking, and payload-processing applications. Depending on level, the role may lead a design team focused on a major subsystem or provide broader organizational leadership across multiple silicon programs.

Core Responsibilities:

Lead ASIC design execution across architecture, RTL development, integration, and tape-out support.

Coordinate closely with verification, systems, firmware, physical design, DFT, RF/analog, and validation teams.

Drive design quality, schedule predictability, technical reviews, and risk management.

Support talent development, hiring, mentoring, and organizational growth.

Contribute to long-term silicon strategy, platform reuse, and roadmap planning.

Minimum Qualifications:

Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.

Significant experience in ASIC/SoC digital design and technical leadership.

Experience managing teams or leading large engineering efforts.

Strong knowledge of RTL design, integration, and ASIC development methodology.

Ability to lead cross-functional technical execution in complex hardware programs.

Preferred Qualifications:

Background in digital communications silicon.

Experience with modem, baseband, DSP, beamforming, or networking ASICs.Familiarity with aerospace or high-reliability system development.

Compensation Range for:

CA applicants is $ - $WA applicants is $ - $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.

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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

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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…