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Electrical Engineer III - Electrical Power Subsystem (R37952)
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Blue Origin is Hiring an Electrical Engineer III - Electrical Power Subsystem (R37952) Near Reston, VA

This position is part of the Space Systems Development (SSD) business unit. SSD develops next-generation concepts and systems to advance our future of living and working in space sustainably.

As part of a hardworking team of diverse spacecraft development engineers, you will define on the electrical power subsystem of our innovative space vehicles. This role is integral to the success of our missions, requiring a deep understanding of spacecraft power systems, including batteries, solar arrays, power distribution, and conversion. Our ideal candidate is someone who not only excels in the design and development of electrical power system components but also demonstrates a profound commitment to our bold mission. 

Responsibilities include but are not limited to: 

  • Design and develop electrical power subsystem components including spacecraft batteries, solar arrays, efficient power distribution and conversion electronics, and wire harnessing. 

  • Develop and maintain electrical power subsystem requirements and documentation. 

  • Conduct detailed trade studies that result in selecting optimal mission-suitable subsystem hardware. 

  • Develop and manage the spacecraft powered equipment list that tracks load power usage in all mission scenarios. 

  • Conduct concise subsystem analyses, including orbit energy balance, voltage drop, peak power usage, and system efficiency. 

  • Conduct thorough electrical module analyses, including Worst Case Circuit Analysis (WCCA), part stress analysis, signal integrity, power integrity, and Failure Mode, Effects, and Criticality Analysis (FMECA) 

  • Develop the system power quality specification and ensure compliance to it by all system hardware. 

  • Flow requirements down from vehicle to component level and facilitate verification and validation of those requirements. 

  • Expertly troubleshoot and resolve complex issues with the vehicle electrical power system components - finding root cause and implementing corrective actions. 

  • Engage and manage relationships with subsystem component suppliers ensuring they deliver hardware that meets requirements and is delivered on time. 

  • Continuously update knowledge on latest industry trends and advancements in space vehicle power systems 

  • Collaborate effectively with cross-disciplinary engineering teams, contributing to a culture of technical ambition and operational excellence. 

  • Prepare and present technical artifacts for subsystem and program gated reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR, MRR, TRR, etc.) 

  • Maintain an unwavering commitment to learning and improvement, willingly seeking and integrating feedback for personal and team growth. 

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Qualifications: 

  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related field 

  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in electrical engineering, at least three of which are specifically in space power systems. 

  • Proven experience with one or more of the following on at least one space vehicle program: batteries, solar arrays, power distribution, power conversion 

  • Demonstrated ability in requirements development. 

  • Strong background in electrical analysis techniques 

  • Experience working in cross-disciplinary engineering teams. 

  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work collaboratively and embrace diverse perspectives. 

  • A track record of taking ownership, showing resilience in the face of challenges, and consistently delivering results. 

  • Experience in managing supplier relationships and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards in all engagements. 

  • Exceptional communication skills and the ability to articulate technical concepts to a diverse audience. 

  • A history of facing challenges with tenacity and resilience, showing an optimistic and determined attitude. 

Desired:

  • Proven experience in system-level and circuit-level modeling and simulation 

  • Familiarity with Fault Hazard Analysis and Fault Tree Analysis 

  • Deep understanding of system power quality requirements and inter-system power compatibility 

  • Exceptional troubleshooting skills in complex electrical power systems 

  • Deep knowledge and experience in system and component grounding architectures and methods 

  • Strong communication and vendor management skills, with experience in interacting and managing flight component suppliers. 

  • Desired candidate will have 7 years of experience in electrical engineering, at least 4 of which are specifically in space power systems.

Job Summary

JOB TYPE

Full Time

INDUSTRY

Business Services

SALARY

$123k-147k (estimate)

POST DATE

02/01/2024

EXPIRATION DATE

05/16/2024

WEBSITE

blueorigin.com

HEADQUARTERS

KIRKLAND, WA

SIZE

100 - 200

FOUNDED

2000

CEO

ROBERT FRONENBROEK

REVENUE

$50M - $200M

INDUSTRY

Business Services

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About Blue Origin

Blue Origin was founded in 2000 by Jeff Bezos with the vision to enable a future where millions of people are living and working in space to benefit Earth. Blue believes we must protect Earth by moving heavy industries that stress our planet into space, and enable humanity to access space to expand, explore, and find new energy and material resources. Then we can see a dynamic and abundant future for our grandchildrens grandchildren. There is no plan B for Earth. To enable this future, we must build a road to space to lower the cost of getting there. Blue is working on this today by developing... operationally reusable launch vehicles that are safe, reliable and highly available. Every launch vehicle is designed for human spaceflight from the beginning and able to ferry payloads to space. Join the mission to build a road to space - step by step ferociously. #GradatimFerociter More
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