Senior Embedded Software Engineer – Wireless Systems – Lunar Permanence

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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 diverse team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!  

We are a diverse team of collaborators, doers, and problem- solvers who are relentlessly committed to a culture of safety. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable space flight. Join us in lowering the cost of access to space and enabling Blue Origin’s vision of millions of people living and working in space to benefit Earth.  

This role is part of the Lunar Permanence business unit. To further Blue Origin's mission of having millions of people living and working in space, we are building the sustainable infrastructure for our transport of crew and cargo from Earth to the Lunar Surface.

As part of a hardworking team of diverse specialists, technicians, and engineers, you will be central to the development, implementation, and optimization of radio and antenna applications for our lunar permanence business unit. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in embedded systems and a deep understanding of radio frequency (RF) and antenna technology. This is a highly collaborative and technical role where your expertise will guide critical projects and contribute significantly to our mission of lunar exploration and habitation.

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 include but are not limited to:

• Assist in the design, development, and testing of DSP algorithms and blocks, digital systems, and FPGA firmware for communications systems and Software Defined Radios for lunar missions.  
• Support Matlab/Simulink Code generation for signal processing and filtering blocks. 
• Analysis of algorithmic computational complexity and hardware resource needs (FPGA fabric, memory/IO bandwidth, etc.). 
• RTL logic implementation and FPGA prototyping on System on Chip platforms.  
• Work with hardware engineers to drive device selection: FPGA, ADC/DAC, DDR3/4, NOR flash, etc.  
• Support HW bring-up and work alongside EE engineers to support design verification 
• Collaborate cross-functionally with RF hardware engineers, system engineers, and mission architects to define requirements and develop scalable communication systems. 
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices, as well as Blue Origin’s stringent safety and reliability requirements. 
• Maintain thorough documentation of firmware and software development and testing procedures to ensure knowledge transfer and regulatory compliance. 

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, telecommunications, or a related field with a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience with a strong hands-on experience on firmware and software development for radio and communications applications. 
• Experience in writing RTL using Verilog/System Verilog/VHDL (System Verilog desired). Experience in developing and implementing DSP algorithm on FPGAs/SoCs. 
• Expertise in digital communications system design, digital signal processing, and embedded software development. 
• Proficient with Matlab/Simulink, or equivalent modeling environment and experience in developing and implementing DSP algorithm on FPGAs/SoCs. 
• Proven track record of successfully supporting complex wireless communication projects from conception to deployment with an in-depth understanding of communication protocols, modulation schemes and standards. 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment. 
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey complex technical information clearly and concis