Senior PCB Design Engineer - Lunar Permanence

About the Role

You will join the Lunar Permanence business unit, which develops Blue Origin's Blue Moon landers and related products for sustained lunar operations. As Senior Avionics PCB Layout Engineer, you will apply deep expertise in digital, analog, mixed-signal, high-speed, RF, and high-power PCB layout and design for aerospace avionics systems.

Your Responsibilities

• Design and layout high-performance, high-reliability PCBs for aerospace applications
• Collaborate with mechanical engineers, electrical engineers, firmware, and software teams to meet design requirements
• Create detailed schematics and layout designs using industry-leading software such as Altium Designer
• Ensure design and manufacturing practices adhere to industry standards and regulations
• Create and maintain technical documentation for PCB layout and design
• Troubleshoot and resolve PCB design and layout issues
• Provide technical support and guidance to junior engineers and technicians
• Contribute to electrical circuit designs and schematic reviews
• Contribute to PCB/PCBA design reviews with DFM, DFA, and DFT analysis
• Develop and maintain board eCAD design libraries, including part footprints
• Demonstrate urgency and focus on correct priorities in each PCB design
• Independently determine technical approach and provide reliable solutions to complex PCB and assembly issues
• Collaborate in defining PCB development process improvements
• Review quality of work from internal and external layout resources
• Mentor internal layout resources on PCB layout and Altium best practices

Minimum Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in PCB layout and design
• BS in electrical engineering or related engineering discipline
• Strong understanding of digital, analog, mixed-signal, and high-speed layout and design
• Experience with industry-leading software: Allegro, Altium Designer, Eagle PCB, Proteus, or equivalent
• Ability to create detailed schematics and layout designs
• Demonstrated knowledge of PCB best practices for design, manufacturing, and testing
• High-speed, impedance-controlled stack-up, multi-layer board layout design
• Fine pitch BGA routing, including blind-buried vias
• Complex analog and digital signal routing
• Multi-rail power delivery and high-speed signal integrity constraints
• Design constraint management including trace length matching and spacing rules
• Ability to create and maintain symbol and footprint libraries
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion
• Excellent attention to detail and strong task ownership
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work in fast-paced, high-pressure environments
• Experience utilizing and creating electrical design specifications
• Desire to work hands-on throughout development and production phases of mechanical and electronic assembly
• 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

• Certifications: CID (Certified Interconnect Designer), CIS (Certified IPC Specialists), or CSE (Certified Standards Expert)
• Familiarity with Stripline and Microstrip design
• Familiarity with industry standards such as IPC-6012 Class 3

Compensation

Base pay varies by location: CA, WA, VA applicants $156,802.00-$219,522.45; CO applicants $144,179.00-$201,849.90. Other site ranges may differ.

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• Basic and supplemental life insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Short and long-term disability
• 401(k) with company match up to 5%
• Education Support Program
• Stock options for regular employees (20+ hours/week)
• Paid time off: up to 4 weeks per year based on scheduled hours, plus 14 company-paid holidays
• Performance bonuses (eligibility and amounts not guaranteed)

Required Background Checks

• Blue's Standard Background Check required for all positions
• DBIDS background check if role requires access to military installations