Principal System Architect Jobs

Application close date:

08/4/2026

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.

This is a foundational role on our TeraWave team. To further Blue Origin's mission of enabling millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth, we are bringing together technology from across our product lines to build the future of space-based communication.

This role will be onsite in Bay Area-CA, San Diego-CA, Austin-TX or Kent-WA. It is approved for a temporary remote work exception while our local sites are being developed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop models and algorithm for Terawave Custom Silicon: This includes packet processing, MAC, PHY, Radio
• Drive for lowest power consumption and highest performance
• Target Hardware and Software algorithms for FPGA and ASIC implementation
• Support the ASIC and SW implementation thru pre-silicon verification and post silicon productization
• Design advanced Digital multi-beam beamforming Phased array systems
• Architect and model optimized RF transceivers for the TeraWave system
• Drive block level RF and AMS specifications in collaboration with the RFIC designers
• Develop and model impairments compensation and system calibration methods for the Custom Silicon and Phased Array design
• Work collaboratively with ASIC, RFIC and Software implementation teams
• Work with the application team to bring up prototype pre-silicon and support all post-silicon to validate your architecture performance

Basic Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience in RF systems design and development
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related technical discipline
• Experience with networking, modem MAC and PHY, DSP, RF and/or Mixed Signal Designs
• Experience with Matlab, System C, C/C++ or other System level tools
• Knowledge of DSP and communications systems including spread spectrum, forward error correction, and modulation types (OFDM, QPSK, QAM, PCM/FM, PAM)

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Advanced degree (MS/PhD) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field
• Experience in full ASIC lifecycle (architecture, design, simulation, verification, validation, integration & test)
• Experience with Software-Defined Radio Architectures, ADC/DAC, and/or DSPs
Experience mentoring early career engineers

Base Pay Range for:

CA applicants is $269,175.00 - $376,843.95
WA applicants is $269,175.00 - $376,843.95

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.

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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 U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Background Check

• Required for all positions: Blue’s Standard Background Check
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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 company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.

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