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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 diverse team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight! This role is part of the Lunar Permanence business unit. To further Blue Origin's mission of having millions of people living and working in space, we are building the sustainable infrastructure for our transport of crew and cargo from Earth to the Lunar Surface. As part of a hardworking team of diverse specialists, technicians, and engineers, you will be central to the development, implementation, and optimization of radio and antenna applications for our lunar permanence business unit. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in embedded systems and a deep understanding of radio frequency (RF) and antenna technology. This is a highly collaborative and technical role where your expertise will guide critical projects and contribute significantly to our mission of lunar exploration and habitation. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Lead the design, development, and validation of embedded software for radio communication systems and antenna applications. Develop robust software solutions ensuring high performance and reliability in extreme lunar environments. Implement real-time processing and control algorithms for RF communications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including RF engineers, hardware designers, and systems engineers to ensure seamless integration of software and hardware systems. Support the integration of communication systems with lunar landers, rovers, and other surface equipment. Develop comprehensive test plans and protocols to rigorously test embedded software. Conduct software simulations and field tests to validate system performance. Troubleshoot and resolve issues in embedded systems and ensure they meet all operational requirements. Provide technical mentorship and guidance to junior engineers. Lead technical reviews and contribute to the continuous improvement of software development processes. Stay current with advancements in embedded software, RF technology, and space communication systems, and incorporate relevant innovations into the development processes. Create and maintain detailed documentation for all phases of the software development lifecycle. Ensure compliance with industry standards, best practices, and relevant regulatory requirements. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's in computer engineering, electrical engineering, computer science, or a related field. Minimum of 10+ years of relevant experience in embedded software development, particularly in radio and antenna applications. Proficiency in programming languages such as C/C++ and Python. Extensive experience with embedded systems, real-time operating systems (RTOS), and low-level programming. Deep understanding of RF communication systems, including modulation, demodulation, signal processing, and antenna theory. Experience with hardware-software co-design and debugging tools (e.g., oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and spectrum analyzers). Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with interdisciplinary teams. Proven ability to lead and mentor engineering teams. 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. Preferred Qualifications: Experience with space-rated electronics and software development for space missions. Familiarity with communication protocols such as UART, SPI, I2C, CAN, and Ethernet. Knowledge of lunar mission require