Avionics Hardware Camera Engineer II

Application close date :

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. Were 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.

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 part of a hardworking team of specialists technicians and engineers you will be responsible for test campaigns in support of manufacturing and qualifying flight avionics hardware. You will share in the teams impact on all aspects of developing safe and robust avionics for the New Glenn launch vehicle.

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!

Special Mentions :

• Relocation provided
• Travel expected up to 10% of the time
• Interviews will include a technical assessment

Responsibilities include but are not limited to :

Systems engineering mindsetcomfortable balancing big-picture requirements with detailed technical work

Serve as the primary technical point of contact for internal customers requesting onboard camera systems

Define system architecture for imaging and supporting sensors including interfaces data paths and performance envelopes

Own troubleshooting and post-flight data analysis to improve future designs

Develop analog and / or digital boards for avionics systems including sensors cameras and power systems.

Design across the product life-cycle including concept requirements definition design prototyping verification and release to production.

Minimum Qualifications :

Bachelor of Science in Electrical or Computer Engineering or related field.

Desire to work hands-on both independently and within a team across the avionics product lifecycle.

Experience 2 years in camera system design integration and test ideally with CMOS sensors

Design and validate CMOS-based camera modules for harsh flight conditions (Thermal Vibration Shock EMI etc.)

Experience with DO-160 MIL-STD-461 and SMC-S-016 (or equivalent testing standards)

Preferred Qualifications :

Master of Science in Electrical or Computer Engineering Physics or related field.

Experience 3 years in camera system design integration and test ideally with CMOS sensors

Experience working with external vendors (camera modules optics suppliers etc.)

Hands-on experience with sensor characterization high-speed interfaces (MIPI GMSL FPD-Link SerDes) I2C VCM actuation and optical calibration

Design and validate CMOS-based camera modules for harsh flight conditions (Thermal Vibration Shock EMI etc.)

Familiarity with video codecs (H.264 / 265) onboard storage systems and telemetry integration

Experience developing hardware to IPC J-STD-0001xS IPC / WHMA-A-620x-S and / or NASA-STD-8739.n standards

Strong skills in Python or MATLAB for test automation and data analysis

Develop test benches and scripts for validation and image quality benchmarking

Compensation Range for :

WA applicants is $104015.00-$145620.30

Other site ranges may differ

Culture Statement

Dont 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 youre excited about this role but your past experience doesnt 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.

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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 a refugee or granted asylum.

Background Check

Required for all positions : Blues 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

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Benefits

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.

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Key Skills

System Design,C / C++,System Architecture,LabView,Military Experience,Systems Engineering,Requirements Management,Sensors,Ethernet,Confluence,Avionics,Aviation Experience

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 104015 - 145620