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Electrical Systems Engineer III - Lunar Transportation
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An Electrical Substation Engineer is responsible for substation design including schematic development, physical layouts, equipment, and construction cost estimates.
$109,433 / year median in Florida
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Electrical Systems Engineer III - Lunar Transportation Blue Origin $121,023.00-$169,432.20 life insurance, parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k), stock options United States, Florida, Merritt Island 8082 Space Commerce Way (Show on map) Aug 25, 2026 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! This role is part of the Lunar Permanence business unit, which develops Blue Origin's Blue Moon landers and related products. To further Blue Origin's mission of millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth, we are building sustainable infrastructure for our transport of crew and cargo from Earth to the lunar surface. We are a team of collaborators, doers, and problem-solvers who are committed to a culture of safety. This position directly impacts the history of space exploration and requires a commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable space flight. Join us in lowering the cost of access to space and enabling Blue Origin's vision of millions of people living and working in space to benefit Earth. As a step towards this vision, Blue Origin is building the next generation of lunar landers. As part of a hardworking team of specialists, technicians, and engineers, you will work as an Electrical Integration Engineer within the System Integration and Analysis Team on the lunar lander, focusing on the design, integration, and verification of electrical and avionics subsystems across the spacecraft and its payloads. You will define electrical interfaces, develop command and data handling architectures, and ensure the electrical system meets mission and safety-critical requirements. You should expect that this foundational part of our vision will require your excellent communication and teamwork. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Design and develop electrical systems and interfaces for the spacecraft and its payloads
Develop and implement command and data handling (C&DH) architectures for spacecraft subsystems and payloads
Define and document electrical interfaces between the spacecraft bus and payloads
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure electrical systems integration with Mechanical, Thermal, Fluid, Propulsion, Avionics, Communications, and Software Systems.
Develop electrical test plans and procedures to verify system performance
Identify and mitigate technical risks related to electrical systems
Create and analyze budgets to ensure adequate electrical power, data, and channels for mission operations Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related technical field
4+ years of experience in spacecraft electrical systems engineering
Demonstrated experience with at least one of the following: command & data handling subsystems, avionics, or electrical power subsystems
Knowledge of spacecraft electrical interfaces and standards
Familiarity with wire harness design and connectivity solutions for space applications
Understanding of systems engineering principles and processes
Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum Preferred Qualifications Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or Systems Engineering
7+ years of experience in spacecraft electrical systems design and integration
Experience with power budget development and analysis
Experience with payload accommodation and integration for spacecraft
Knowledge of spacecraft bus architectures and subsystem interactions
Experience with MIL-STD-1553, SpaceWire, CAN, or other spacecraft data bus protocols
Familiarity with electrical ground support equipment (EGSE) development and operation
Experience with requirements development and management for electrical systems
Knowledge of EMI/EMC considerations for spacecraft
Background in Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) methodologies Don't meet every single requirement? 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 qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.