Satellite Vehicle Test Bed Lead - TeraWave

• Lead the Design, development, build, integration and checkout of the Hardware-in-the-Loop (HWIL) Vehicle Test Bed (VTB)
• Define VTB requirements by working across multi-disciplinary teams to ensure VTB fidelity and interface definitions
• Own the hardware and software architecture of the VTB, including real time simulation infrastructure, emulators, and Electronic Ground Support Equipment (EGSE)
• Drive selection and integration of real-time simulation platforms ( e.g., Speedgoat, National Instruments, etc.)
• Maintain configuration control of all VTB hardware, software, and models.
• Plan and Execution HWIL test campaigns supporting program milestones.
• Define VTB Test Procedures and Processes with a focus on automation.
• Coordinate with flight software, systems engineering, and mission operations to ensure test coverage of nominal and fault scenarios.
• Track Open anomalies and drive closure with appropriate subsystem Responsible Engineers.
• Manage a team of engineers and technicians to build and operate the VTB
• Develop and maintain the VTB roadmap aligned with the vehicle development schedule
• Communicate test bed status, risks, and milestone readiness to program leadership
• Evaluate emerging simulation and emulation technologies for applicability to the test program
• Integrate Radio Frequency (RF) stimulation and receive equipment into VTB, inclusive of signal generators, spectrum analyzers, channel emulators, and antenna simulators to support GPS/GNSS, telemetry, and RF communication subsystem testing., Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

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
• Required for Certain Job Profiles: 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

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related technical field
• 8+ years of experience in hardware-in-the-loop, system level test, and/or vehicle integration and test
• Demonstrated experience leading complex test campaigns with flight or flight-like hardware in a systems integration environment
• Hands-on experience with real-time simulation platforms and hardware interface design (serial, discrete, analog, MIL-STD-1553, SpaceWire, Ethernet, CAN, or similar)
• Working knowledge of avionics architectures, flight software interfaces, and embedded systems
• Proven ability to lead technical teams and coordinate across disciplines in a fast-paced development environment
• Ability to work flexible hours during critical test campaigns
• Experience defining test requirements and procedures from system level specifications.
• Familiarity with RF test equipment integration within a system level HWIL environment (signal generators, channel emulators, attenuators, RF switches, etc.), * Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
• 5+ years of experience in systems integration
• Experience with launch vehicle, spacecraft, or other aerospace systems
• Familiarity with GN&C algorithms and ability to assess simulation model fidelity
• Experience with automated test frameworks and data analysis tools (Pythong, MATLAB/Simulink, LabVIEW, etc.)
• Experience supporting vehicle-level FMEA, hazard analysis, or safety reviews
• Previous lead or management experience within a test organization
• Experience integrating GPS/GNSS simulators (e.g., Spirent, Orolia/Safran) into HWIL test beds

CA applicants is $145,188.00 - $203,263.20 CO applicants is $133,500.00 - $186,898.95 WA applicants is $145,188.00 - $203,263.20, * 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.

• Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
• Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.
• Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.