Instrumentation & Controls Design 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. 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 is part of Blue Origin Operations, which is comprised of Integrated Supply Chain, Test Operations, Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance. This includes Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facilities.As part of a hardworking team of engineers, you will design and build data acquisition and control systems specifically focused for testing space vehicle sub-assemblies and liquid rocket engines. You will contribute to the team’s progress by collecting customer specifications, creating electrical design packages, managing build activities through part procurement and vendor management, and supporting installation and activation of systems. Examples of design activities include a 20+ 3G-SDI video monitoring, display, and recording system, accelerometer and rotational speed data acquisition and signal conditioning for turbopump characterization, acoustic monitoring of engine tests, cryogenic liquid characterization using silicon diodes and RTDs, and portable DAQ systems.
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!
BS in Electrical Engineering or equivalent discipline
5 years’ experience with industrial or aerospace control system design or operation
Ability to design I&C systems using CAD based electrical schematic and panel layout tools (preferably AutoCAD Electrical)
Demonstrate knowledge of instrumentation theory coupled with integration into data acquisition hardware.
Experience working with instrumentation: static and dynamic pressure, cryogenic temperature sensors (silicon diodes or RTDs), LVDTs, and accelerometers
Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion
Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.
Software development in PLC ladder logic, LabVIEW, C++ or Python
MS degree in Electrical Engineering
Experience with video monitoring systems (webcam, 3G-SDI, high speed, infrared, etc.)
Design experience in noise reduction, shielding, and analog and digital filtering to provide high fidelity measurements
Experience with analog circuit design using Altium design tools focusing on signal conditioning of high frequency instrumentation
Tuning closed loop control systems.
Don’t meet every single requirement? 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 a authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Compensation range for on site WA applicants:
Engineer - Avionics, Instruments & GNC III is $135,000 - $198,000
Engineer - Avionics, Instruments & GNC II is $108,000 - $158,400
Engineer - Avionics, Instruments & GNC is $90,000 - $132,000
Base Pay Range for:
WA applicants is $107,136.00 - $149,990.40Don’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.
Desired
- MS degree in Electrical Engineering
- Experience with video monitoring systems (webcam, 3G-SDI, high speed, infrared, etc.)
- Design experience in noise reduction, shielding, and analog and digital filtering to provide high fidelity measurements
- Experience with analog circuit design using Altium design tools focusing on signal conditioning of high frequency instrumentation
- Tuning closed loop control systems. Don’t meet every single requirement? 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 a authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Compensation range for on site WA applicants
Engineer - Avionics, Instruments & GNC III is $135,000 - $198,000
Engineer - Avionics, Instruments & GNC II is $108,000 - $158,400
Engineer - Avionics, Instruments & GNC is $90,000 - $132,000
Other site ranges may differ
Base Pay Range for
WA applicants is $107,136.00 - $149,990.40
Other site ranges may differ
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.
- How much does the Instrumentation & Controls Design Engineer II at Blue Origin pay?
- The posting lists a range of $90K–$198K per year. Ranges reflect what Blue Origin publicly declared on the source posting.
- Where is this Instrumentation & Controls Design Engineer II role based?
- The role is based in Greater Seattle Area.
- What experience does Blue Origin expect for this role?
- The posting is tagged as a lead-level role, typically 7+ years of experience. Check the requirements section for specifics.
- How was this posting sourced?
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