Avionics Hardware Design Engineer III – Lunar Permanence

BLUE ORIGIN

Avionics Hardware Engineer developing comprehensive test strategies and hardware integration for lunar landers. Collaborating within the Lunar Permanence team at Blue Origin to support space infrastructure.

Posted 5/22/2026full-timePhoenix • Arizona, California, Colorado • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $130,706 - $182,987 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AssemblyPythonSwitching

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop comprehensive test strategies, test methodologies, and test fixtures — including design of supporting test hardware — for power subsystem hardware from component level through integrated vehicle testing
Design, develop, and deliver test support hardware including test cards, breakout boards, and fixture circuits to enable safe and efficient validation of power subsystem assemblies
Execute and supervise validation campaigns including acceptance testing and Thermal Vacuum (TVAC) testing
Ensure proper test execution, data collection, and system requirement verification
Develop and maintain automated test scripts for EGSE and vehicle power sequencing
Troubleshoot electrical failures, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions
Coordinate and integrate interfacing subsystems with the power subsystem
Support design risk analyses, failure modes effects and criticality analyses (FMECA), and design for test activities
Effectively communicate development status, risks, and challenges to management

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, or related field
5+ years of experience in electrical engineering, with a primary focus in both hardware test and validation and electrical circuit design
Understanding of power electronics hardware development, such as developing high-voltage switching
Experience developing test plans, test procedures, and acceptance test procedures for high-voltage applications
Experience with automated test scripting (Python, LabVIEW, or equivalent)
Understanding of power systems hardware including power distribution, DC-DC converters, power integrity, and power sequencing
Experience with mixed-signal circuit design, including analysis, simulation, test, troubleshooting, and part selection
Familiarity with many of the following parts and their usage: power supplies (linear, LDO, DC/DC), MOSFETs, op-amps, ADCs, and DACs
Knowledge of common communication methods such as RS422, RS485, SPI, LVDS, or similar protocols
Desire to work hands-on, both independently and as part of a team, throughout the development and test phases of the electronic assembly product lifecycle.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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%
Education Support Program
Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays
Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation.

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Hard Skills & Tools

test strategiestest methodologiestest fixturesautomated test scriptselectrical circuit designhigh-voltage applicationsmixed-signal circuit designtroubleshootingdata collectionpower electronics

Soft Skills

communicationsupervisioncoordinationproblem-solvingteamwork

Certifications

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering