Sr. Principal Space-Based RF Communications Architect -...

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 spaceflightThe role is part of the In-Space Systems business unit, which is focused on addressing two of the most compelling challenges in spaceflight today: space infrastructure and increasing mobility on-orbit.The role is part of the In-Space Systems business unit, which is focused on addressing two of the most compelling challenges in spaceflight today: space infrastructure and increasing mobility on-orbit.Special Mentions:Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidatesPosition may require up to 20% travel for integration testing, partner collaboration meetings, and mission operationsMust 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 asylumResponsibilities include but are not limited to:Lead the design, development, and implementation of advanced interplanetary RF communications architectures, serving as the primary technical authority for these mission-critical systemsArchitect and oversee the development of long-distance, high-reliability communications systems capable of maintaining robust links between Earth and deep space destinations, including RF and/or optical frequenciesDesign and implement advanced communications relay networks to support assets throughout the solar system, including orbiters, landers, and future human exploration infrastructureDevelop comprehensive deep-space link budgets and performance analyses that account for extreme distances, signal degradation, and latency challenges of interplanetary communicationsLead the technical development of delay/disruption-tolerant networking (DTN) protocols optimized for interplanetary communicationsOversee the integration of high-gain antenna systems and advanced signal processing techniques to maximize data throughput across interplanetary distancesCollaborate with NASA/JPL and international partners on communications standards and protocols for interplanetary mission interoperabilityDrive innovation in spectrum utilization, modulation schemes, and coding techniques to maximize data return from deep space missionsLead technical reviews and design validation activities for interplanetary communications subsystemsCoordinate with cross-functional teams including spacecraft design, power systems, and flight software to ensure seamless integration of communications systemsDevelop contingency communications modes and fault recovery strategies for mission-critical operationsMentor and provide technical leadership to the interplanetary communications engineering teamRepresent Blue Origin in technical forums related to deep space communications and planetary explorationAdditional RF Communications Responsibilities:Support the development of near-Earth RF communications systems for Blue Origin's broader space infrastructure, including LEO, MEO, and GEO applicationsAdvise on the design of advanced phased array antenna systems for high-throughput satellite communications across multiple frequency bandsDevelop cross-link communications capabilities between spacecraft in various orbital regimes to establish robust space-based networksContribute technical expertise to Blue Origin's lunar communications architecture, including surface-to-orbit relay systemsOversee the integration of software-defined radio technologies across multiple mission profiles to maximize flexibility and upgradeabilityLead efforts to e

Created: 2025-12-05