Senior Avionics Electrical Engineer Verified today

Join Blue Origin's Engines team as a Senior Avionics Electrical Engineer designing critical propulsion electronics that enable rocket engine operations. As part of the Engine Hardware Products team, you will develop analog and digital circuits that control engine ignition, monitoring, and safety systems for both current engines powering New Glenn and next-generation propulsion systems.

Working within Blue Origin's specialized avionics hardware group, you will collaborate with a small, agile team of engineers where your designs have direct impact on human spaceflight missions. This role combines hands-on circuit design with systems-level thinking, offering exposure to the full product development lifecycle from initial concept through flight operations. You will work closely with propulsion engineers, systems engineers, and manufacturing teams to deliver reliable, flight-ready electronics that meet demanding rocket engine application requirements.

Responsibilities

• Design analog and digital circuits for propulsion system electronics and control systems
• Develop PCB layouts and work with manufacturing partners to build hardware assemblies
• Test and debug electronic assemblies in lab environments and support flight testing
• Collaborate with propulsion and systems engineers to define requirements and interfaces
• Support hardware through the full product lifecycle from concept to production and flight operations
• Participate in design reviews and contribute to technical documentation and analysis
• Work with quality and manufacturing teams to ensure designs meet production requirements

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
• 10+ years' experience in electronics hardware design and development
• Hands-on experience with analog circuit design, PCB layout, and hardware troubleshooting and testing
• Hands-on experience with circuits development lab work (oscilloscope, DMM, and LRC use, soldering, staking, encapsulation, and conformal coating)
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
• Good communication skills for cross-functional collaboration with engineering teams

Preferred Requirements

• Experience with high-reliability or safety-critical electronics design
• Familiarity with aerospace development processes and quality standards
• Knowledge of EMI/EMC considerations in circuit design and system integration
• Experience with environmental testing (vibration, thermal, shock testing)
• Background in power electronics, control systems, or propulsion applications
• Experience with circuit simulation tools and design verification methods
• Experience with ignition systems or high voltage (10kV+) power systems
• Experience working with contract manufacturers for PCB fabrication and assembly

Compensation

Base pay range for WA applicants: $156,802.00 to $219,522.45 per year. Other site ranges may differ.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance
• Paid parental leave, short and long-term disability
• 401(k) with company match up to 5%
• Education Support Program
• Stock options for all regular employees (20+ hours per week)
• Paid time off: up to 4 weeks per year and up to 14 company-paid holidays

Employment Requirements

Applicants must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted as a refugee or granted asylum. Background check required for all positions.