Principal Phased Array Antenna Engineer

BLUE ORIGIN

Principal Phased Array Antenna Engineer designing the next generation of phased array antennas for Blue Origin’s space vehicles. Leading RF hardware design and collaborating with engineers for space communication systems.

Posted 7/21/2026full-timeSan Diego • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $230,773 - $323,081 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in RF antenna design, particularly in phased array systems, with a strong foundation in electromagnetic theory and proficiency in 3D electromagnetic simulation tools. Capable of leading design efforts, collaborating across disciplines, and mentoring engineering teams to achieve technical excellence.

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RF Antenna DesignElectromagnetic Theory3D Electromagnetic SimulationPhased Array SystemsBeamforming Architectures

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Hard Skills

Electromagnetic SimulationAntenna Measurement TechniquesSystem-Level RF ArchitecturesImpedance MatchingEnvironmental Qualification

Soft Skills

MentoringCollaborationTechnical Excellence

Tools & Technologies

HFSSCSTTICRA

Industry Keywords

Microwave ApplicationsMillimeter-Wave ApplicationsPhased Array AntennasAnalog BeamformingDigital BeamformingHybrid Beamforming

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own significant components of the end-to-end design of advanced phased array antennas, from radiating element to the full array, for microwave and millimeter-wave applications (X, Ku, Ka-bands)
Define system-level RF architectures, including leading trades between analog, digital, and hybrid beamforming approaches to meet platform constraints (SWaP, thermal, etc.)
Guide and perform critical electromagnetic (EM) simulations using tools like HFSS, CST, and TICRA to optimize array performance, scan volume, and impedance matching
Collaborate closely with RFIC/MMIC, T/R module, DSP, mechanical, and thermal engineers to define requirements and ensure a cohesive system design
Oversee the entire hardware lifecycle, guiding the fabrication, characterization, and environmental qualification (e.g., thermal-vac, vibration, radiation) of antenna systems
Mentor other engineers and drive technical excellence through rigorous design reviews and data analysis

Requirements

What you’ll need

B.S. in Electrical Engineering with 10+ years of experience in RF antenna design or M.S. in Electrical Engineering or a related field with 5+ years of experience in RF antenna design
Deep expertise in electromagnetic theory and its application to antenna design, particularly for phased arrays
Proven experience leading the design of an antenna or phased array system
Proficiency with at least one major 3D electromagnetic simulation tool (e.g., HFSS, CST)
Understanding of the trade-offs between different beamforming architectures (analog, digital, hybrid)
Familiarity with antenna measurement techniques and anechoic chamber testing

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
Up to 14 company-paid holidays
Eligibility for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions