Regulatory Engineer Level 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 Blue Origin corporate functions, providing centralized support across Blue Origin business unit teams, functions, and locations.

As part of a small, passionate, and accomplished team of experts in the Legal and Compliance Department, you will help shape the company’s radio spectrum program and strategy. Beyond providing advice as a subject matter expert in the areas described below, you will develop processes and tools to amplify the impact of the spectrum program, assist with growing new business, and ensure the timely and efficient delivery of technical and regulatory support.

Responsibilities:

• With limited support, serve as a technical resource for regulatory and spectrum interests, perform radio frequency interference and compatibility assessments, assist with terrestrial and satellite frequency coordination, formulate and present technical policy positions, assist with spectrum licensing efforts, and assist with ITU advocacy.
• Independently provide guidance on regulations and procedures governing the conduct of the company’s business, including compliance with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), International Telecommunications Union (ITU), and other relevant regulatory bodies.
• Support development of tools and techniques necessary for spectrum licensing and coordination both domestically for the FCC and internationally for the ITU. 
• Have knowledge of the FCC and ITU terrestrial and satellite databases containing licensing and registration information and experience using their software programs to explore and create technical data in support of licensing and registration.
• Engage in technical advocacy in front of the FCC, NTIA, and other federal agencies.
• Establish scalable processes and a broad and robust spectrum strategy focused on identifying, addressing, and monitoring compliance risks. 

Qualifications:

• B.S. in electrical engineering, with focus on telecommunications.
• 5-7 years of combined spectrum engineering and policy experience with a corporation, law firm, and/or a government entity.
• Experience identifying and informing compliance procedures and strategy for regulatory requirements.
• Proactively take initiative, maintain a high level of motivation and accountability for deliverables, and anticipate needs and opportunities to drive successful outcomes.
• Proficiency with RF analysis and coordination tools (e.g., Visualyse, MATLAB, STK, or equivalent).
• Collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams, fostering open communication, mutual respect, and a shared commitment to achieving organizational goals.
• Demonstrates clear verbal and written communication abilities, with the capacity to convey complex concepts effectively to legal counterparts.
• Ability to react calmly and with appropriate urgency to situations and events that require a quick response or turnaround.
• Ability to earn trust, maintain productive work relationships, contribute to a culture of inclusion, work collaboratively across the company, and provide guidance and advice directly to colleagues of every level.

 Desired:

• Familiarity with export control regulations, including International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR).

• Familiarity with internal and external audit programs and requirements.

 

Base Pay Range for:

VA applicants is $156,802.00 - $219,522.45
WA applicants is $156,802.00 - $219,522.45

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.