RF Comms Test Engineer III Lunar Core Components at Blue Origin

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 is part of the Lunar Permanence business unit which develops Blue Origins Blue Moon landers and related products. To further Blue Origins mission of millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth we are building sustainable infrastructure for our transport of crew and cargo from Earth to the lunar surface.To further Blue Origins mission of millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth we are building sustainable infrastructure for our transport of crew and cargo from Earth to the lunar surface.As part of a hardworking team of specialists and engineers you will be responsible for test campaigns in support of development acceptance and qualification of flight avionics / communication hardware. You will share in the teams impact on all aspects of developing safe and robust avionics / communication hardware within the Core Components division within Lunar Permanence.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 providedTravel could be expected up to 25% of the timeInterviews will include a technical assessmentResponsibilities include but are not limited to:Develop maintain and approve avionics test plans and procedures with an emphasis on providing your expertise on avionics / RF communications test and environmental test methodologies and best practicesSupport Design and Systems Engineers in avionics hardware design and verification plan developmentWork with Hardware and Software Design Engineers to design build and verify custom Automated Test EquipmentSupport schedule development and resource coordinationLead test readiness efforts resolve work stoppages and delegate supporting tasksLead and/or directly run test proceduresEnforce safety policies during test operationsTroubleshoot test anomalies real-time and identify test article and test equipment non-conformancesLead anomaly investigations root cause analyses and development of recovery planConsolidate analyze present and archive test dataGenerate test record summaries and support generation of verification artifactsResponsibly guide avionics / RF communication hardware through the environmental testing process and ultimately ensure hardware and records meet engineering and quality requirements upon test completionDevelop/improve processes and standard procedures with emphasis on optimizing quality and efficiency of the teams performanceTrain Test Specialists and other Test EngineersProvide support to strategic initiatives technology maturation and capturing best practices at the business/functional levelMinimum Qualifications:Minimum of a B.S. in electrical computer or aerospace engineering physics or related fieldMinimum 4 years demonstrated aerospace test experience including: developing test requirements plans procedures reports and associated test equipment/test setups; operating and troubleshooting test setups and test articles; participating in environmental testing including Shock/Vibration Thermal Cycles Vacuum and/or EMI/EMCMinimum 3 years demonstrated hardware test experience of typical avionics / RF communication devices at the LRU or system level (e.g. Command & Control Input/Output Network RF Power Navigation Audio/Video etc.)Proficient in the use of standard electronic lab tests and troubleshooting equipment.Desire to work hands-on both independently and as part of a team throughout the development and production phases of the mechanical and electronic assembly product lifecycle.Good written verbal and interpersonal communication skills.Ability to work with multi-functional teams such as mechanical systems and operations to partner for the best test implementation solutions.Preferred Qualifications:Experience developing designing and/or verifying custom Automated Test EquipmentExperience working with PythonFamiliarity with Linux and other Unix-style operating systemsFamiliarity with git JIRA WindchillExperience developing hardware to IPC J-STD-0001xS IPC/WHMA-A-620x-S and/or NASA-STD-8739.n standardsExperience with DO-160 MIL-STD-461 and SMC-S-016 (or equivalent testing standards)Experience with safety-critical systems development (automotive aerospace medical etc.)Compensation Range for:WA applicants is $126898.00-$177656.85Other site ranges may differCulture StatementDont 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.Export Control RegulationsApplicants 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 CheckRequired for all positions: Blues Standard Background CheckRequired for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installationRequired for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding) Road Test Hours of Service Drug and Alcohol Testing (CDL drivers only) vehicle inspection requirements CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training.Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physicalBenefitsBenefits 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.Dependent on role type and job level employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the companys intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the companys results or other factors at the companys sole discretion. 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Key Skills Electrical Engineering,System Design,C/C++,Computer Networking,LabView,PCB,5G,Sensors,Signal Processing,3G,Matlab,4G/LTE Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 126898 - 177656