Sr COMSEC Hardware Design Engineer
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!
The role is part of the In-Space Systems business unit, which is focused on addressing two of the most compelling challenges in spaceflight today: space infrastructure and increasing mobility on-orbit.At Blue Origin, we believe in the power of talented, dedicated people to push the boundaries ofwhat'spossible. We are seeking an experienced Sr Electrical Hardware Design Engineer to join our COMSEC team within the Core Systems and Components group. In this role, you will play a critical part in designing and developing secure communication hardware systems that support our mission of making space accessible for the benefit of humanity.
You will work in close collaboration with Cybersecurity, Software, and FPGA Engineers to deliver robust, mission-critical hardware solutions in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
Lead the design, development, and verification of electrical hardware for secure communications (COMSEC) systems
Collaborate cross-functionally with Cybersecurity, Software, and FPGA engineering teams throughout the full hardware development lifecycle
Develop and review schematics, PCB layouts, and hardware design documentation
Define and execute hardware verification and validation plans
Support hardware integration, testing, and troubleshooting efforts
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers
Ensure designs meet applicable standards, requirements, and security protocols
Participate in design reviews and contribute to continuous improvement efforts
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field
10+ years of experience in electrical hardware design
Experience designing high speed digital systems
Proficiencyin schematic capture and PCB design tools
Familiarity with FIPS 140-2 or FIPS 140-3 standards and their application to hardware design
Strong understanding of digital and analog circuit design principles
Experience working with FPGA-based designs and interfacing with software teams
Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-disciplinary engineering environment
Active Top Secret security clearance (strongly preferred)
Experience with COMSEC or cryptographic hardware design
Familiarity with TEMPEST, NSA, or NIST security standards
Hands-on experience supporting FIPS 140-2 or FIPS 140-3 hardware certification
Working knowledge of space radiation effects and mitigations
Experience designing hardware for secure or classified communication systems
Experience supporting space, defense, or aerospace programs
Knowledge of hardware security modules (HSMs) or secure key management systems
Master's degree in a relevant engineering discipline
Base Pay Range for:
CO applicants is $144,179.00 - $201,849.90Don’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.
Description
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field
- 10+ years of experience in electrical hardware design
- Experience designing high speed digital systems
- Proficiency in schematic capture and PCB design tools
- Familiarity with FIPS 140-2 or FIPS 140-3 standards and their application to hardware design
- Strong understanding of digital and analog circuit design principles
- Experience working with FPGA-based designs and interfacing with software teams
- Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-disciplinary engineering environment
- How much does the Sr COMSEC Hardware Design Engineer at Blue Origin pay?
- The posting lists a range of $144K–$202K per year. Ranges reflect what Blue Origin publicly declared on the source posting.
- Where is this Sr COMSEC Hardware Design Engineer role based?
- The role is based in Denver, CO.
- What experience does Blue Origin expect for this role?
- The posting is tagged as a senior-level role, typically 5+ years of experience. Check the requirements section for specifics.
- How was this posting sourced?
- This role was pulled directly from Blue Origin's Workday careers site. Apply links open in the employer's own ATS — no reposts or aggregator middleware.
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