PCB Design Automation Engineer III

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! 

This role is part of Advanced Concepts and Enterprise Engineering (ACE), supporting Blue Origin’s mission of millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. The team fosters innovation and drives engineering workflows of the future, shared solutions and standards, simplicity and lower costs, and manufacturable design.

We are looking for someone to apply their hardware design technical expertise, natural leadership, organizational skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact the bold missions at Blue Origin. As an Avionics PCB Design Automation Engineer within this advanced PCB design team, you will apply your knowledge of PCB development tools and automation processes to optimize our digital, analog, mixed-signal, high-speed, RF and high-power PCB layout designs for our avionics products.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Design and layout high-performance, high-reliability PCBs for aerospace applications
• Develop and maintain board eCAD design libraries, including part footprints and related database information
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams of mechanical, electrical and software product developers to configure and automate tool flows and processes
• Configure and automate industry-leading software (Altium Enterprise Agile) to optimize PCB and library development leveraging AI where possible
• Troubleshoot and resolve any PCB design and library development tool and process issues
• Ensure design and manufacturing practices adhere to industry standards and regulations
• Create and maintain technical documentation for PCB layout and design
• Mentor junior engineers and technicians on PCB design layout/library and Altium best practices
• Contribute to PCB/PCBA design reviews by providing DFM/DFA/DFT and similar value-added info
• Collaborate in defining PCB development process improvements (procedures and checklists)

Minimum Qualifications:

• A Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering, or related discipline
• 7 or more years of experience in PCB development, with at least 5 years directly related to Altium tool configuration and process automation
• Demonstrated knowledge and use of PCB best practices for design, manufacturing, assemble and testing
• Familiarity with PCB assembly industry standards and regulations such as IPC-6012 Class 3
• Strong understanding of digital, analog, mixed-signal, and high-speed layout, and design including impedance-controlled stack-up and multi-layer boards
• Ability to create complex, detailed PCB layout designs including fine-pitch BGA routing (microvias, blind–buried vias, etc)
• Ability to create and maintain symbol/footprint libraries including complex devices such as large pin-count connectors and BGAs
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion
• Excellent communication skils, attention to detail and strong task ownership (someone who demonstrates pride in all work)
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Additional experience using other industry-leading software such as Cadence Allegro or Siemans Expedition (Mentor Graphics)
• Experience configuring and automating PCB tools across enterprise computing environments such as AWS leveraging AI where possible
• Experience configuring and automating PCB tools to work with ERP/PLM tools such as PTC Windchill and Mechanical CAD tools such as PTC Creo.
• Experience using Python, DelphiScript and other software and APIs to automate and optimize PCB development with Altium leveraging AI where possible
• Familiarity with tools that support PCB Design for Fabrication/Assembly such as Siemens Valor and Valor Parts Library

Base Pay Range for:

WA applicants is $130,706.00 - $182,987.70

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 to be on a military installation
• Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing, vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training.
• Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork. 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, sex, 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. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on “Know Your Rights,” please see here.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin’s Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at EEOCompliance@blueorigin.com. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.