This role involves leading the architectural design of ground optical communications systems for Blue Origin's TeraWave satellite network delivering up to 6 Tbps data speeds
Job Summary
This role involves leading the architectural design of ground optical communications systems for Blue Origin's TeraWave satellite network delivering up to 6 Tbps data speeds.
The successful candidate will collaborate across mechanical, electrical, software, and thermal disciplines to develop system requirements and ensure manufacturability.
Blue Origin offers competitive compensation ranging from $145,188.00 to $203,263.20 for Washington applicants along with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k) match.
Matching Summary
This role involves leading the architectural design of ground optical communications systems for Blue Origin's TeraWave satellite network delivering up to 6 Tbps data speeds.
Salary
Base: $145,188.00 - $203,263.20 (WA); Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match up to 5%, paid parental leave
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Optical system architecture design
Free-space optical communication systems
Adaptive optics and wavefront correction
Large-aperture telescope systems
Zemax or Code V proficiency
Atmospheric turbulence analysis
Nice-to-have
Lab to field deployment experience
Space-to-ground link experience
STOP analysis and precision pointing
Infrared sensors for tracking
SolidWorks or CREO CAD tools
Optical amplifier technologies
Key Requirements
MS or PhD in Optical Engineering, Physics, or related field
10+ years of experience in optical systems engineering
U.S. citizenship, permanent resident status, or refugee/asylee status required
Work Rights
Must be U.S. citizen, national, permanent resident, or lawfully admitted as refugee/asylee