Principal Technical Program Manager – DSPMixed-Signal ASIC Development – TeraWave
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San Diego, CA - USA
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Job Summary
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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. Were 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!
Blue 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.Role Overview
Blue Origin seeks a program manager to lead development of theadvancedmixed-signal/DSPASICincluding Digital Beamforming (DBF).Thesehigh-performance SoCsplay a critical roleat the core ofTeraWavessatellite communication system. This role spans architecture definition throughtapeout bring-up and production. The candidate will coordinate across design verification physical implementation IP integrationvalidation and productionteams todeliverSOCsmanagingmultiplesignal chainsfrom bits to antennasincludingSERDES and high-speed ADC/DAC interfaces within aggressive power and schedule targets.
Key Responsibilities:
Drive end-to-endMS/DSPSoC development from architecture freeze through production including IPselection design services management andfoundryengagement.
Build andmaintainintegrated schedules across internal and externalcovering architecture definition IP procurement RTL design verification physical implementation andtapeout.
Coordinate resolution of critical open architecture tradeson the overall signal chainincluding hybrid vs. full digital beamforming SERDES IF sampling strategy ADC/DAC analog interface configuration and element count.
Track and mitigate technical risks related to power budget IP maturity (non-silicon-proven DAC) NDA/legal pipelines and IT/CAD infrastructure readiness
Alignoverall DSPrequirementsincluding digital beamforming specificationsand analog/digital interface definitionsbetweenFEIC Modem and system-level teams to ensure coherent operation across the full phased-array signal chain
Manage design services partners and IP vendors including SOW execution milestone reviews and technical accountability.
Monitor critical path milestones throughtapeoutand first silicon bring-upmaintainingschedule confidence through proactive risk management.
Support power area and cost optimization trades in collaboration with design and systems engineering teams
Oversee thepost-silicon development phases includingbring-up bench-validation characterizationqualificationand production ramp.
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering
10 years in technical program management or semiconductor development with directmixed-signal/DSPASIC/SoC ownership
5 years leading complex digital SoC programs from architecture definition throughtapeouton advanced process nodes (7 nm or below)
Experience managing external design services vendors and IP licensing agreements across multi-party programs
Demonstratedexpertisein program planning critical-path scheduling and technical risk management for multi-disciplinary ASIC programs
Preferred Qualifications:
Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering Computer Engineering or a related field
Hands-on experience with high-speed SERDES integration or high-sample-rate ADC/DAC interfaces
Proficiencywith digital beamforming architectures and signal-processing pipeline design for phased-array antenna systems
Experience in satellite aerospace or space-grade ASIC programs requiring radiation/reliability features
Knowledge of advanced-node design flows and engagement models with approved design services providers
Base Pay Range for:
CA applicants is $249235.00 - $348928.65Other site ranges may differ
Culture Statement
Dont 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 youre excited about this role but your past experience doesnt 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.
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Applicants 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 a refugee or granted asylum.
Background Check
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Benefits
Benefits 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.
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.
Dependent on role type and job level employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the companys intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the companys results or other factors at the companys sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Blue 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. For more information on Know Your Rights please see here.
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About Company
Blue Origin was founded by Jeff Bezos with the vision of enabling a future where millions of people are living and working in space for the benefit of Earth.
