RF Operations Engineer II

Rf Communications Engineer

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!

This role supports the development and operations of New Glenn, a single-configuration, heavy-lift orbital launch vehicle capable of routinely carrying people and payloads to low-Earth orbit, geostationary transfer orbit, cislunar, and beyond. Its first stage is fully reusable, and the vehicle was designed from the beginning to be human-capable.

As a part of a small, cross-functional team, you'll help create, manage, and operate RF telemetry systems (both ground & marine based), microwave line-of-sight, and satellite communication links as critical infrastructure supporting the New Glenn launch program. We seek RF Communications Engineers of all backgrounds who are passionate about space and possess a strong desire to serve on a team providing critical infrastructure to the New Glenn program.

We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Responsibilities

• Design, install, and checkout mission critical communications systems supporting real-time telemetry data, video, and voice in rocket launch environments to support reusable spacecraft operations
• Manage & troubleshoot RF communication systems in a maritime environment in support of all phases of launch & landing operations, ensuring systems readiness and mission capabilities
• Establish procedures for verification of requirements and specifications against selected communications hardware through bench, integrated systems, and field testing to ensure interoperability and functionality
• Recommend and apply information security processes and mechanisms to ensure the integrity of mission critical communications systems and ensure the safety of personnel and flight hardware
• Develop and maintain configuration control and inventory of RF communications assets
• Create detailed documentation, including functional and logical diagrams, for mission communications systems

Qualifications

• Minimum of a bachelor's degree in related field (electrical engineering, physics, etc.)
• 2+ years of experience as a practicing communications systems engineer
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills

Desired

• Ability to travel in support of test and flight operations
• 3+ years of experience with SATCOM, microwave LOS, or other RF communications systems
• Active or eligible for National Security Clearance SSBI

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.

Export Control Regulations: 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.

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 year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays. Discretionary bonus: Bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.

Eligibility for benefits varies by role type, please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role.

Equal Employment Opportunity: Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork.