Senior Test Software Engineer - TeraWave

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 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. As part of the Spacecraft Bus Avionics team, you will be responsible for driving requirements, design, analysis, test, and critical review of avionics and assemblies which house electronic components. This senior level role requires leadership, expertise, and training for the avionics team. You will play a key role in developing the TeraWave Satellite system from concept through formal qualification and verification including integration and flight support activities. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Develop and maintain the avionics electrical software test strategy, test plan, and verification cross-reference matrix for a spaceflight component. Document test configurations, results, and test scripts. Derive electrical test requirements from system specifications, ICD’s, schematics, and safety requirements. Coordinate cross functionally to define interface test requirements  Own test procedure development, review, and approval workflows from initial draft through qualification and acceptance.   Lead bench-level, vehicle level and pre-launch electrical test campaigns including power-on, functional verification, end to end harness continuity and EMI/EMC testing  Lead anomaly investigation and resolution for electrical test discrepancies; drive root cause analysis and corrective action through closure  Partner with manufacturing and production engineering early in the design cycle to ensure test infrastructures integrate seamlessly with production flow, tooling, and vehicle build sequence.  Identify and drive test automation, instrumentation, and data acquisition infrastructure to reduce overall cycle time.  Design electrical test and support equipment with production scalability in mind, ensuring test architectures support repeatable, high-throughput execution across multiple vehicles.  Design electrical test interfaces for producibility, including standardized GSE connectors, modular test racks, etc., to support rate increases without redesign.   Drive a production mindset into the electrical test program; track unit-to-unit test time, first pass yield, anomaly rate, as indicators of production readiness.   Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical field. Experience developing end-to-end testing of large, complex systems. 8+ years of experience electrical test, avionics integration and test, or vehicle electrical systems verification  Demonstrated experience leading electrical test campaigns with flight hardware  Hands on experience with electrical test equipment including power supplies, oscilloscopes, multi-meters, signal generators, data acquisition systems, etc.   Hands on experience with RF test equipment such as signal generators, spectrum analyzers, attenuators, etc.  Experience in specifying and building out electrical ground support equipment  Experience developing and executing test procedures from system-level specification and ICD’s  Proven ability to lead technical teams and coordinate across disciplines under schedule pressure  Must 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 asylum. Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree in electrical engineering or related field  Experience with launch vehicles, spacecraft, or other highly integrated electrical systems  Background in electrical test planning  Experience integrating with GPS/GNSS simulators and assessing RF link performance in a test environment  Experience with automated test framework and scripting for electrical test sequencing and data collection   Experience scaling an electrical test program from development to production  Background in Design for Testability (DFT) principles and participated in design reviews as a test team representative  Previous lead or management experience in a test or integration organization    Base Pay Range for: CA applicants is $197,529.00 - $276,539.55 CO applicants is $181,626.00 - $254,275.35 WA applicants is $197,529.00 - $276,539.55 Other site ranges may differ Culture Statement Don’t 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 you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t 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. Export Control Regulations 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 U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum. Background Check Required for all positions: Blue’s Standard Background Check Required for Certain Job Profiles:  Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one t