ReflectorFeed Antenna Engineer TeraWave
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San Francisco, CA - USA
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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.We are seeking an Antenna Engineer III to design develop and optimize high-frequency reflector antenna systems for next-generation space communications this role you will contribute to the development of mission-critical antenna architectures enabling high-capacity communications across deep-space GEO MEO and LEO networks.
You will work at the intersection of electromagnetics RF engineering mechanical design and aerospace systems developing high-performance antenna solutions that deliver exceptional gain efficiency and reliability in demanding space environments.
Core Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Design and develop high-gain reflector antenna systems including Cassegrain Gregorian and offset-fed architectures to meet stringent gain beamwidth sidelobe and polarization requirements at E-band frequencies.
Design and optimize mm-Wave feed systems including corrugated horns orthomode transducers (OMTs) diplexers and dual-circularly polarized feed chains supporting 71-76 GHz downlink and 81-86 GHz uplink operation.
Perform electromagnetic modeling and simulation using physical optics geometrical theory of diffraction and full-wave analysis tools to optimize aperture efficiency illumination taper spillover performance and antenna gain.
Conduct mechanical thermal and RF sensitivity analyses to evaluate the effects of surface RMS error feed misalignment structural deformation and thermal distortion on overall antenna performance.
Collaborate with mechanical thermal manufacturing and systems engineering teams to select materials fabrication processes and structural architectures that preserve RF performance throughout launch and space operations.
Develop antenna verification plans and support laboratory and anechoic chamber testing including gain pattern polarization purity axial ratio isolation and near-field/far-field characterization.
Support hardware development from initial concept through fabrication integration qualification and flight readiness while coordinating with external vendors and manufacturing partners.
Contribute to system-level architecture trade studies and communications link budget analysis to ensure antenna designs satisfy mission requirements and network performance objectives.
Required Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering Aerospace Engineering Physics or a related technical field.
5 years of professional experience in antenna RF microwave or electromagnetic systems engineering.
Experience designing analyzing and testing reflector antenna systems and associated feed architectures.
Proficiency with electromagnetic simulation tools such as HFSS CST or TICRA GRASP.
Strong understanding of antenna theory electromagnetics polarization and RF measurement techniques.
Preferred Qualifications
Masters degree or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering with a focus on antennas electromagnetics or microwave engineering.
Experience with mm-Wave or E-band antenna systems.
Experience designing feed components such as corrugated horns OMTs polarizers or waveguide structures.
Familiarity with antenna testing in anechoic chamber environments including near-field and far-field measurements.
Experience developing hardware for aerospace satellite communications or other high-reliability systems.
Base Pay Range for:
CA applicants is $164652.00 - $230512.80 WA applicants is $164652.00 - $230512.80Other 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
- Required for all positions: Blues Standard Background Check
- Required for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation
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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.
