Cameras and Optical Sensors Hardware Systems Engineer

3 days ago

Seattle, Washington, United States Blue Origin Full time
Job Title: Cameras and Optical Sensors Hardware Systems Engineer

At Blue Origin, we're pushing the boundaries of space exploration and development. As a Cameras and Optical Sensors Hardware Systems Engineer, you'll play a critical role in designing and developing cutting-edge camera and optical sensor systems for our spacecraft.

Responsibilities:
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop navigation and sensor hardware requirements from system level specifications to subsystem and component levels.
  • Assist in the design of sensor architecture and hardware configuration, including design studies and sensor performance trades.
  • Support the design, fabrication, test, and characterization of prototype hardware.
  • Contribute to or lead procurement, vendor coordination, delivery, acceptance, installation, verification, validation, qualification, and certification of component hardware.
  • Support the development and execution of component-level test programs, including sensor characterization, sensor modeling, and integrated on-vehicle testing.
  • Perform and guide testing and analyses of sensor hardware, including laboratory and flight testing, shock/vibration, thermal vacuum, etc., to validate top-level system specifications and requirements.
  • Support hardware-in-the-loop testing, on-vehicle functional testing, and flight testing.
  • Support trades on image sensor options, optical configurations, image processing techniques, etc., to guide optimal product specifications.
  • Routinely collaborate with manufacturing operations, supply chain, and other teams within the company to ensure smooth execution of the development, integration, and test efforts.
Qualifications:
  • B.S. in Physics, Electrical, Mechanical, or Aerospace engineering or related areas of study.
  • 5+ years of related experience with cameras, image sensors, and/or precision opto-mechanical assemblies.
  • Demonstrated experience in the development, prototyping, testing, and calibration of cameras or optical imaging systems for aerospace, automotive, medical, or robotics applications.
  • Knowledge of optical imaging system components (lenses, sensors, sensor and image processing electronics, etc.) and their characterization.
  • Working knowledge of imaging systems and optical and image quality characterizations (focus/MTF, radiometry and spectral response, distortion/camera models, boresight alignment, etc.).
  • Experience with camera and/or optical system modeling and simulation using tools such as ZEMAX, CODE V, LightTools, etc.
  • Knowledge of image processing techniques.
  • Experience in component procurement, integration, and test support.
  • Demonstrated experience in test and verification of navigation or related sensors.
  • Experience in product schedule, cost, delivery, and supplier management.
  • Experience in MATLAB/Simulink.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • 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.
Desired Qualifications:
  • M.S. in Physics, Electrical, Mechanical, or Aerospace engineering or equivalent with 10+ years of relevant experience.
  • Experience in development of cameras, sensors, and instruments for space applications and space environments.
  • Experience with spacecraft vehicle or satellite system integration and test.
  • Knowledge and experience with navigation systems that include measurements from IMU, GPS, radar, star trackers, and optical sensors.
  • Detailed knowledge on EEE part selection for space applications.
  • Working knowledge of NASA human spaceflight standards.
  • Experience in leading or supporting technical teams through multiple successful product deliveries.

Blue Origin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, and dedicated work force. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law.

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.

Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.

Discretionary bonus: Bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.

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