{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"8e8804e547d5e8fca241bf8e","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/8e8804e547d5e8fca241bf8e","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/8e8804e547d5e8fca241bf8e","title":"Senior Software Engineer - Phased Array Control","description":"Application close date:\nApplications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.\nAt 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!\nBlue 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.\nAs a Senior Software Engineer on the TeraWave team, you own the firmware and control stack that operates advanced phased array antennas across satellite payloads and customer terminals. You work at the intersection of embedded software, RF engineering, and digital signal processing. You develop the control systems that allow the network to maintain high-speed, low-latency links across dynamic orbital environments.\nResponsibilities\nDrive firmware features across the full stack, from bare-metal and RTOS code to system control software.\nDesign and implement algorithms for electronic beam steering, phase and amplitude updates, and array calibration.\nSupport the development lifecycle from hardware bring-up and silicon validation to integrated flight testing and on-orbit operations.\nDevelop high-availability software with autonomous fault detection and recovery, thermal management, and secure over-the-air updates.\nBuild data analysis tools to ingest telemetry, characterize array performance, and debug RF and signal-integrity issues.\nPartner with antenna, RF, and ASIC engineers to define hardware and software interfaces and communication protocols.\nBasic Qualifications\nBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.\nSeven or more years of professional experience in embedded software development for high-performance systems.\nExpert-level proficiency in C, C++, or Rust for resource-constrained, real-time environments.\nExperience with RTOS or Embedded Linux kernel and driver development on multi-core SoCs.\nHands-on experience with lab instrumentation including spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, and high-speed oscilloscopes.\nPreferred Qualifications\nExperience developing software for radiation-hardened or space-qualified systems, including latch-up mitigation and SEU recovery.\nDirect experience with phased array antenna control, digital beamforming architectures, or high-frequency RF systems above 10GHz.\nFamiliarity with digital signal processing, modulation schemes, and MAC-layer protocols such as DVB-S2X or 3GPP NTN.\nExperience developing drivers for proprietary silicon using high-speed interfaces such as PCIe, JESD204B/C, or SpaceWire.\nExperience with Hardware-in-the-Loop testing, formal verification, or automated testing for flight-critical firmware.\nExperience owning embedded product lifecycles from initial architecture through delivery.\n\nBase Pay Range for:\nWA applicants is $248,830.00 - $348,361.65\nOther site ranges may differ\nCulture Statement\nDon’t meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.\nExport Control Regulations\nApplicants 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.\nBackground Check\nRequired for all positions: Blue’s Standard Background Check\nRequired for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation\nRequired for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing (CDL drivers only), vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training.\nRequired for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical\nBenefits\nBenefits 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.\nStock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)\nPaid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.\nDependent 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.\nEqual Employment Opportunity\nBlue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws.\nAffirmative Action and Disability Accommodation\nApplicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin’s Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at EEOCompliance@blueorigin.com . Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. 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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!\nBlue 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.\nAs a Senior Software Engineer on the TeraWave team, you own the firmware and control stack that operates advanced phased array antennas across satellite payloads and customer terminals. You work at the intersection of embedded software, RF engineering, and digital signal processing. You develop the control systems that allow the network to maintain high-speed, low-latency links across dynamic orbital environments.\nResponsibilities\nDrive firmware features across the full stack, from bare-metal and RTOS code to system control software.\nDesign and implement algorithms for electronic beam steering, phase and amplitude updates, and array calibration.\nSupport the development lifecycle from hardware bring-up and silicon validation to integrated flight testing and on-orbit operations.\nDevelop high-availability software with autonomous fault detection and recovery, thermal management, and secure over-the-air updates.\nBuild data analysis tools to ingest telemetry, characterize array performance, and debug RF and signal-integrity issues.\nPartner with antenna, RF, and ASIC engineers to define hardware and software interfaces and communication protocols.\nBasic Qualifications\nBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.\nSeven or more years of professional experience in embedded software development for high-performance systems.\nExpert-level proficiency in C, C++, or Rust for resource-constrained, real-time environments.\nExperience with RTOS or Embedded Linux kernel and driver development on multi-core SoCs.\nHands-on experience with lab instrumentation including spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, and high-speed oscilloscopes.\nPreferred Qualifications\nExperience developing software for radiation-hardened or space-qualified systems, including latch-up mitigation and SEU recovery.\nDirect experience with phased array antenna control, digital beamforming architectures, or high-frequency RF systems above 10GHz.\nFamiliarity with digital signal processing, modulation schemes, and MAC-layer protocols such as DVB-S2X or 3GPP NTN.\nExperience developing drivers for proprietary silicon using high-speed interfaces such as PCIe, JESD204B/C, or SpaceWire.\nExperience with Hardware-in-the-Loop testing, formal verification, or automated testing for flight-critical firmware.\nExperience owning embedded product lifecycles from initial architecture through delivery.\n\nBase Pay Range for:\nWA applicants is $248,830.00 - $348,361.65\nOther site ranges may differ\nCulture Statement\nDon’t meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.\nExport Control Regulations\nApplicants 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.\nBackground Check\nRequired for all positions: Blue’s Standard Background Check\nRequired for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation\nRequired for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing (CDL drivers only), vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training.\nRequired for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical\nBenefits\nBenefits 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.\nStock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)\nPaid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.\nDependent 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.\nEqual Employment Opportunity\nBlue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws.\nAffirmative Action and Disability Accommodation\nApplicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin’s Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at EEOCompliance@blueorigin.com . Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. 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