Systems Engineer III at Blue Origin

Compensation

$121,023 – $169,432/yr

Setup: Remote
Location: Kent, Washington · Denver, Colorado · +3
Type: Full-time

Description

Blue Origin is seeking a Systems Engineer III specializing in Remote Sensing Systems Architecture. This role involves developing and maintaining system-level requirements for advanced space-based sensing systems, conducting architecture trade studies, authoring technical artifacts like CONOPs and SRDs, collaborating with cross-functional teams, performing RF system performance assessments, engaging with government customers, and contributing to program-level documentation. The position requires an active TS//SCI security clearance and offers relocation assistance.

Required Skills

Systems Engineering
DOORS
Jama
Space-based RF Sensing
GMTI/AMTI Signal Processing
RF Performance Analysis
Link Budget Analyses
System Noise Figure
Coverage/Revisit Analysis

Additional Information

Required Previous Experiences: 5+ years of experience in systems engineering within the aerospace, defense, or national security domain
Demonstrated experience developing and managing system-level requirements using requirements management tools (e.g., DOORS, Jama, or equivalent)
Experience with space-based RF sensing or surveillance system architectures
Familiarity with Ground Moving Target Indicator (GMTI) or Airborne Moving Target Indicator (AMTI) signal processing concepts and their implications on system design
Experience with RF or sensing system performance analysis, including link budgets, system noise figure, and coverage/revisit analysis
Familiarity with systems engineering processes and standards (e.g., NASA/DoD SE frameworks, MIL-STD-499, or equivalent)
Experience supporting formal design reviews and generating associated technical artifacts
Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field
Experience with radar system performance modeling tools (e.g., MATLAB, STK, or custom simulation environments)
Familiarity with space environment effects on RF systems, including ionospheric propagation and thermal environment impacts on system performance
Prior experience working within a Special Programs or classified program environment
Experience interfacing with DoD or Intelligence Community (IC) customers

About Blue Origin

Blue Origin

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Blue Origin was founded by Jeff Bezos with the vision of enabling a future where millions of people are living and working in space for the benefit of Earth.

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