Blue Origin · 12 hours ago
Senior Beamforming and Calibration Engineer - TeraWave
Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$157K/yr - $220K/yr
5+ years expBlue Origin is working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems. The Senior Beamforming and Calibration Engineer will focus on beamforming implementation and array calibration for phased array antenna systems, ensuring optimal performance in space environments.
AerospaceManufacturingNational SecurityRenewable Energy
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Design and implement digital beamforming architectures for phased array systems, including time-domain and frequency-domain beamformers
Develop and optimize calibration algorithms for phased arrays, addressing amplitude/phase errors, mutual coupling effects, and environmental variations
Design beam steering algorithms and implement null-steering capabilities for interference mitigation
Create MATLAB/Python models for beamforming performance prediction and calibration strategy validation
Oversee the translation of beamforming algorithms to FPGA/ASIC implementations, working closely with digital designers on fixed-point optimization
Develop test procedures and automated calibration routines for array characterization and production testing
Analyze beamformer performance using measured data, identifying and resolving performance anomalies
Support RF and antenna engineers in the characterization of array patterns and validation of beamforming capabilities
Qualification
Required
B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, or related field with 5+ years of experience in phased array systems, beamforming, or radar/communications
Deep understanding of array signal processing theory including beamforming, DOA estimation, and adaptive algorithms
Experience with phased array calibration techniques and measurement systems
Proficiency in MATLAB and/or Python for algorithm development and system modeling
Understanding of digital beamforming implementations (FPGA/ASIC architectures)
Familiarity with RF measurement equipment (VNA, spectrum analyzers, antenna test ranges)
Preferred
M.S. or Ph.D. in a related field with focus on array signal processing
Experience with space-based or airborne phased array systems
Knowledge of advanced beamforming techniques
Hands-on experience with antenna pattern measurements and near-field/far-field testing
Experience with FPGA development (VHDL/Verilog) and hardware debugging
Background in satellite communications or electronically scanned arrays for SATCOM
Familiarity with over-the-air (OTA) testing and anechoic chamber measurements
Benefits
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%
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.
Company
Blue Origin
Blue Origin is an aerospace company that focuses on lowering the cost of spaceflight and helping to explore the solar system.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$185.35MKey Investors
NASAUnited States Space Force
2024-02-20Secondary Market
2024-01-24Undisclosed· $18M
2021-12-03Grant· $130M
Leadership Team
David Limp
Chief Executive Officer
Tim Collins
Vice President, Global Supply Chain
Recent News
2026-02-05
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