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Blue Origin LLC Sr RF Communications TT&C Subsystem Lead in Seattle, Washington

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 diverse team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight! 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 diverse team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight! The role is part of the In-Space Systems business unit, which is focused on development, manufacturing, and operation of satellite systems to address one of the most compelling challenges in spaceflight today: space mobility. As the TT&C (Telemetry, Tracking, and Control) RF Communications Subsystems Lead, you will help design, manufacture, and test our next-generation spacecraft RF and optical communication systems. You will be responsible for the design, production, and testing of the entire subsystem. Your scope will include analysis, specifications, procurement/manufacturing drawings, AI&T planning, execution management, and operations support for end-to-end communications subassemblies. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in RF engineering, satellite communications, and systems engineering, as well as excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills. * Relocation provided * Travel expected up to 10% of the time Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Develop, execute, and manage the plan for the design, development, test, and qualification of software defined radios (SDR), Antennas and other RF systems for spacecraft communications. Lead a team of engineers and technicians across multiple product teams to guide the design and development, and delivery of qualified product solutions on schedule and budget. Work with Avionics, Communications, and other subsystem teams to identify needs for digital communication links based on SDRs and deliver product definitions that meets communications requirements. Serve as subject matter expert/ Single Threaded Leader on TT&C Subsystems, including digital communication links, SDRs, and other RF applications. Routinely collaborate with manufacturing operations, supply chain, and other teams within the company to ensure smooth execution of the development efforts. Develop RF product evolution plans and strategies, and execute projects for continuous improvement of our communications capabilities, and oversee their infusion into our spacecraft. Design, implement and record tests of the RF systems for requirements verification. Build and execute procurement strategy including supplier vetting, selection, and management. Establish procedures for verification of requirements and specifications against selected communications hardware through bench, integrated systems, and field testing to ensure interoperability and functionality. Architecture definition, including system sizing, requirements, and performance. Develop integrated design solutions, rapidly assess conceptual designs, and establish communication system requirements and performance parameters. Work with systems engineering to maintain system-level performance metrics including link budget, phase noise, and coverage analyses for all phases of flight. Coordinate critical interfaces to space relay platforms, ground stations, and internally to command and data handling/payload subsystems. Support Launch and Early Operations/Commissioning ops on console Lead and execute peer reviews in support of engineering releases and first article builds. Minimum Qualifications: M.S i

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