Avionics Hardware Engineering Manager – Lunar Permanence

BLUE ORIGIN

. Manage and lead a team of subject matter experts developing electrical hardware equipment for Lunar Landers .

Posted 10/1/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $138,181 - $211,040 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in electrical hardware design and avionics systems, with a strong focus on leading multidisciplinary teams and managing complex development projects. Proficient in hardware and firmware architecture, risk analysis, and effective communication within dynamic environments.

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Electrical Hardware DesignAvionics Systems DevelopmentTeam Leadership and MentoringRisk Analysis and FMECAProject Management

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Hard Skills

Analog and Digital DesignMicroprocessor ArchitectureSchematic CapturePrototypingTesting and VerificationPerformance CharacterizationDevice SelectionTechnical Problem SolvingRequirements DefinitionDesign Review

Soft Skills

Verbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationGraphical CommunicationCollaborationCoaching

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor of Science in Electrical EngineeringBachelor of Science in Computer EngineeringBachelor of Science in Physics

Industry Keywords

Space FlightLunar LandersMission AssuranceSafety InitiativesBlue Origin Leadership Principles

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage and lead a team of subject matter experts developing electrical hardware equipment for Lunar Landers
Serve as a lead technical contributor and provide technical support to the product team
Develop, lead, and own upgraded analog and digital avionics designs controlling fluids, engine systems, and onboard lunar hardware
Own hardware and firmware/microprocessor architecture across the product life cycle
Support rugged electronic hardware assemblies from concept and requirements definition through design, analysis, prototyping, schematic capture, layout, design review, testing, verification, and production release
Lead architecture trade studies, analyses, performance characterization, specification, device selection, and product roadmap direction
Lead design risk analyses, FMECA, DFx, and root-cause analysis of test discrepancies
Participate in technology development, mission assurance, safety initiatives, and avionics process improvements
Communicate development status, risks, and challenges to management
Create strategic plans, mentor team members, and provide leadership and development opportunities
Manage hiring, performance reviews, compensation and promotion processes, professional development, and one-on-one coaching
Organize and equip the team and ensure staff training
Supply people, processes, and tools to meet project and program demand signals
Negotiate Statements of Work with product managers
Promote Blue Origin leadership principles and Lunar Permanence team culture

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor of Science in Electrical or Computer Engineering, Physics, or related disciplines
Experience leading multidisciplinary development projects, people, or functional groups with responsibility for coaching others
5+ years of experience in at least one specialty area applicable to space flight
Excellent verbal, written, and graphical communication skills
Understanding of hardware engineering principles, concepts, and methods
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment and provide imaginative, detailed technical solutions to complex problems
U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted U.S. refugee or asylee
Required to complete Blue’s Standard Background Check
Passion for Blue Origin’s mission and vision
Preferred: Master of Science in Electrical or Computer Engineering, Physics, or related disciplines
Preferred: Prior responsibility for career management of employees

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Basic and supplemental life insurance
Paid parental leave
Short- and long-term disability
401(k) with a company match of up to 5%
Education Support Program
Stock options for all regular employees working at least 20 hours/week
Up to four weeks of paid time off per year based on weekly scheduled hours
Up to 14 company-paid holidays
Potential eligibility for benefits and bonuses based on role type, job level, individual contributions, and company results