Telemetry Systems Engineer III

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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!  

You will join the New Glenn Launch System Architecture team, a dynamic and experienced team of engineers, analysts, and system architects who provide the technical framework for designing and operating the New Glenn launch vehicle. In this role, you will lead the team’s impact on all aspects of RF telemetry planning and assessments. You will develop telemetry requirements and provide mission-specific telemetry plans and manifests that meet those requirements.

Special Mentions

• Relocation provided
• Shifts available:
  • First shift
• Interviews will include a technical assessment

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Defining and maintaining telemetry requirements for New Glenn
• Prioritizing telemetered data within available bandwidth for each mission, ensuring requirements are met
• Coordinating with cross-functional teams to support program telemetry needs
• Design interfaces between analysis and operations tools that tightly couple with mission planning
• Develop tools for managing flight data planning
• Deliver creative and resourceful solutions to meet complex data needs

Minimum Qualifications

• B.S. in aerospace engineering, electrical engineering, computer science, physics, or related technical field
• Minimum 5+ years of aerospace industry experience
• Extensive experience using complex data systems and tools
• Experience with spacecraft subsystems 
• Strong understanding of basic network protocols and familiarity with OSI model
• Experience in RF communication protocols for space-to-ground data links
• Knowledgeable in terrestrial network communication systems
• Strong understanding of complex systems engineering principles and methodologies 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills  
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast paced, dynamic work environment  

Preferred Qualifications

• M.S. in aerospace engineering, electrical engineering, computer science, physics, or related technical field 
• 8+ years of aerospace industry preferred
• Experience with Mission Planning systems, tools, and processes
• Experience with integration of network and RF communication systems
• Strong understanding of basic digital signal processing for high sampling sensors
• Experience with the Atlassian tool suite (Jira, Confluence)
• Experience with requirements definition and management, preferably using DOORS Next Generation 
• Experience with configuration and product data management tools, preferably Windchill
• Familiarity with version control, preferably Git

Base Pay Range for:

Other site ranges may differ

Culture Statement

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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 U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Background Check

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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.

• Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)

• 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 company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.

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