Blue Origin
Space-based communications
SeniorPhasedArrayAntennaEngineer-TeraWave
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“Senior Phased Array Antenna Engineer - TeraWave at Blue Origin. Skills: Phased array antenna design, Electromagnetic theory, Electromagnetic simulation, RF hardware design. Own significant components of the end-to-end design of advanced phased array antennas, from radiating element to the full array, for microwave and millimeter-wave applications (X, Ku, Ka-bands). Define system-level RF architectures, including leading trades between analog, digital, and hybrid beamforming approaches to meet pl”
What You'll Achieve.
Deliver high-performance communication systems that will enable millions of people to live and work in space; Meet platform constraints (SWaP, thermal, etc.); Optimize array performance, scan volume, and impedance matching
Industry & Context.
Translate mission needs into robust, space-qualified RF hardware; Optimize array performance, scan volume, and impedance matching; Ensure a cohesive system design
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
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.
Own significant components of the end-to-end design of advanced phased array antennas
from radiating element to the full array
for microwave and millimeter-wave applications (X
Define system-level RF architectures
including leading trades between analog
and hybrid beamforming approaches to meet platform constraints (SWaP
Guide and perform critical electromagnetic (EM) simulations using tools like HFSS
and TICRA to optimize array performance
and impedance matching
Oversee the entire hardware lifecycle
guiding the fabrication
and environmental qualification (e.g.
radiation) of antenna systems
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work side-by-side with our DSP Architect and system engineers; Collaborate closely with RFIC/MMIC, T/R module, DSP, mechanical, and thermal engineers to define requirements and ensure a cohesive system design
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! Blue Origin is pioneering the future of space-based communications with TeraWave, a revolutionary satellite communications network designed to deliver symmetrical data speeds of up to 6 Tbps anywhere on Earth. This multi-orbit constellation will consist of optically interconnected satellites in low Earth orbit (LEO) and medium Earth orbit (MEO), providing enterprise-grade connectivity for critical operations worldwide. As a Senior Phased Array Antenna Engineer, you will design the physical hardware that forms the backbone of our in-space communication network. You will be a foundational member of a new, in-house team tasked with creating the next generation of high-frequency phased array antennas for Blue Origin’s space vehicles. This is a unique opportunity to own the antenna system design from the ground up, making critical architectural decisions that will directly impact our ability to communicate in deep space. This role is for a technical leader who can translate mission needs into robust, space-qualified RF hardware. You will be the team’s center of gravity for antenna theory, EM simulation, and array design. You will work side-by-side with our DSP Architect and system engineers to deliver the high-performance communication systems that will enable millions of people to live and work in space. **Responsibilities include but are not limited to:** * Own significant components of the end-to-end design of advanced phased array antennas, from radiating element to the full array, for microwave and millimeter-wave applications (X, Ku, Ka-ba
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