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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-We are seeking a PCB layout engineer III to participate in the design and development of next-generation, high-performance phased array RF front-end systems for mission-critical, high-reliability applications in space-based communications. This role will be a key technical contributor, turning electrical designs into physical circuit boards.The ideal candidate will have a strong background in PCB layout, with deep experience in mixed signal domains combining RF, IF, and digital signals onto a single board. The candidate will also have the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment where innovation must align with real-world constraints.Responsibilities include but are not limited to:Work closely with circuit designers to transform electronic circuit schematics into physical printed circuit board layoutsEnsure compliance with signal integrity and EMI specifications, mechanical form factors, thermal constraints, and manufacturing requirementsProducing prototype and engineering model layouts for testing and evaluationProducing flight ready layouts and board designsBuilding up necessary component libraries for schematicsConduct routing studies to help inform electrical designs and analysesGenerate and manage a Bill of Materials (BOM) for the circuit boardsMinimum Qualifications:B.S. in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering with 5+ years of experience in RF and mixed signal PCB designExtensive experience with Altium printed circuit board layout toolsExtensive experience with layout of complex multi-layered extremely high frequency boards designExtensive experience designing boards with RF, IF, analog, digital (mixed) domainsExtensive experience with and knowledge of best practices for layout and routing of high frequency RF circuits and componentsStrong understanding of signal and power integrity and designing to optimize bothExperience creating symbols and managing symbol libraries is a plusExperience implementing mechanical features on printed circuit boardsStrong in depth knowledge of Design for Manufacturing (DfM) and Design for Test (DfT) principles.Preferred Qualifications:Ability to work independently with loosely defined parameters and perform conceptual analysis.Background in space- or flight-qualified hardwareAbility to manage multiple board designs at a timeExperience with Cadence Allegro/ORCADExperience working with cross-functional teamsExcellent verbal and written communications skillsCompensation Range for:CA applicants is $130,706.00 - $182,987.70WA applicants is $130,706.00 - $182,987.70Other site ranges may differCulture StatementDon'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 RegulationsApplicants 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 CheckRequired for all positions: Blue's Sta