Blue Origin
Space-based communications
SeniorPhasedArrayAntennaEngineerTeraWave
“Senior Phased Array Antenna Engineer - TeraWave at Blue Origin. Skills: Phased array antenna design, Electromagnetic theory, Antenna simulation, RF architectures. Design advanced phased array antennas, from radiating element to full array. Define system-level RF architectures”
What You'll Achieve.
Deliver high-performance communication systems; Enable millions of people to live and work in space
Industry & Context.
Translating mission needs into robust, space-qualified RF hardware; Optimizing array performance, scan volume, and impedance matching
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, Standard Background Check, Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation, Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations, Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
B.S. in Electrical Engineering with 7+ years of experience in RF antenna design or M.S. in Electrical Engineering or a related field with 5+ years of experience in RF antenna design, Deep expertise in electromagnetic theory and its application to antenna design, particularly for phased arrays, Proven experience leading the design of an antenna or phased array system, Proficiency with at least one major 3D electromagnetic simulation tool (e.g., HFSS, CST), Understanding of the trade-offs between different beamforming architectures (analog, digital, hybrid), Familiarity with antenna measurement techniques and anechoic chamber testing
Nice to Have
Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering with a focus on Electromagnetics or Antennas, Track record of taking a complex antenna system from initial concept through to production and successful deployment, ideally for space applications, Experience designing and developing high-frequency phased arrays at mm-Wave (e.g., Ka, V, E-band), Experience with the design and development of associated hardware, such as feed networks, polarizers, or waveguides, Familiarity with RFIC/MMIC technologies and T/R module design considerations, Knowledge of array calibration techniques and algorithms, Patents or publications in the field of antenna or phased array design
What You'll Do.
Design advanced phased array antennas
from radiating element to full array
Define system-level RF architectures
Perform electromagnetic (EM) simulations
Oversee hardware lifecycle: fabrication
and environmental qualification
Translate mission needs into robust
space-qualified RF hardware
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work side-by-side with DSP Architect and system engineers; Collaborate closely with RFIC/MMIC, T/R module, DSP, mechanical, and thermal engineers; Drive technical excellence through rigorous design reviews
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