Blue Origin
Spaceflight
ElectricalPowerSystemResponsibleEngineerIII(Solar)
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“Electrical Power System Responsible Engineer III (Solar) at Blue Origin. Skills: Solar array technology, Spacecraft power systems, Electrical power subsystems. Support development of spacecraft electrical power subsystems. Architect power systems”
What You'll Achieve.
Achieve program goals with acceptable risk; Support production rates and cost efficiency
Industry & Context.
Problem solvers
Relocation assistance, Occasional travel (up to 20%), Active Top Secret security clearance or eligibility, U. S. citizen or national, U. S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted into the U. S., Blue’s Standard Background Check, Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check, Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles, Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field, 5+ years of spacecraft electrical power subsystem design experience with solar array emphasis, Expertise with spacecraft EPS architecture in Earth-centered orbits and deep space, Experience with space-grade III-V multijunction and silicon solar cells, Proficiency with EPS components: PMAD, batteries, solar arrays, wire harnessing, and SADAs, Experience performing EPS analyses and maintaining power budgets, Excellent technical communication skills, team collaboration abilities, Experience in mission-critical environments, Design for Manufacturing & Cost
Nice to Have
Master's degree or PhD in relevant engineering discipline, Experience with high voltage and dual-voltage power bus, Knowledge of hybrid solar electric and chemical propulsion systems, Experience with spacecraft power systems for national security applications, Familiarity with deployable solar array technologies, Advanced battery concepts, Active Top Secret security clearance or eligibility
What You'll Do.
Support development of spacecraft electrical power subsystems
Architect power systems
Perform critical EPS analyses
Drive technical decisions for solar array development
Battery characterization
Battery safety considerations
Develop component level requirements
Develop and validate power budgets
Partner with engineering leadership
Evaluate and qualify space-grade solar cell technologies
Design for manufacturability
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Partner with engineering leadership to achieve program goals; team collaboration abilities
Communication Scope
Excellent technical communication skills
Process & Methodology
Program goals
Full Job Description
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. Join our elite team developing cutting-edge power systems for spacecraft supporting critical national security missions. Your expertise in solar array technology will directly contribute to our Blue Ring spacecraft platform, designed for today's most demanding space environment needs. **Special Mentions:** * Position includes relocation assistance * Travel expectations: Occasional travel (up to 20%) to support production and operations **Responsibilities include but are not limited to:** * Support development of spacecraft electrical power subsystems with focus on advanced solar array technologies and lithium ion batteries * Architect power systems operating across multiple orbital regimes (Earth orbiting to deep space) * Perform critical EPS analyses: Energy Balance Analysis, power budgeting, voltage drop, and bus stability * Drive technical decisions for solar array development, including cell selection and deployment mechanisms * Battery characterization, including aging affects * Battery safety considerations * Develop component level requirements including verification methods * Develop and validate power budgets optimized for mission requirements * Partner with engineering leadership to achieve program goals with acceptable risk * Evaluate and qualify space-grade solar cell technologies * Design for manufacturability to support producti
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