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Contract Avionics Systems Engineer Jobs in Colorado

Avionics Systems Engineer

Denver, CO · On-site

$119K - $167K/yr

As an Avionics Systems Engineer, you'll pioneernovel data handling architecturesfor national security space missions, working at the intersection of hardware innovation, software development, and ...

Senior Electrical Engineer, Systems

Denver, CO · On-site

$110K - $144K/yr

Reporting to the Director of Avionics, you will own the systems engineering discipline that ties these domains together - driving requirements decomposition, interface definition, integration ...

Protingent Staffing has an exciting contract opportunity located in Broomfield, CO. Job ... Install, inspect, test, adjust, and repair avionics equipment and systems while performing ...

Systems Engineer III

Centennial, CO · On-site

$119K - $136K/yr

... customer and contract requirements. Candidate must have the ability to prepare and deliver ... Analyze and evaluate spacecraft subsystems such as avionics, propulsion systems, guidance ...

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Contract Avionics Systems Engineer information

What does a contract avionics systems engineer do?

A Contract Avionics Systems Engineer is a specialized professional who designs, develops, tests, and maintains electronic systems used in aircraft and spacecraft, such as navigation, communication, and flight control systems. Working on a contract basis, they typically join projects for a specific duration to provide expertise in integrating complex avionics systems or solving technical challenges. Their responsibilities often include collaborating with cross-functional teams, ensuring compliance with industry regulations, and troubleshooting system issues to ensure safety and performance standards are met.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a contract avionics systems engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Contract Avionics Systems Engineer, you need a solid background in electrical engineering, avionics systems design, and relevant industry standards, usually supported by a degree in engineering and experience in aerospace projects. Familiarity with tools like MATLAB/Simulink, DO-178C/DO-254 compliance, and systems integration or testing platforms is typically required. Strong analytical thinking, effective communication, and adaptability help distinguish top performers in this role. These skills and qualifications are vital to ensuring reliable, safe, and compliant avionics systems in complex aerospace environments.

What is the difference between Contract Avionics Systems Engineer vs Contract Avionics Design Engineer?

AspectContract Avionics Systems EngineerContract Avionics Design Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's or higher in Electrical, Aerospace, or Systems Engineering; certifications like INCOSE or FAA preferredBachelor's or higher in Electrical or Aerospace Engineering; similar certifications often required
Work EnvironmentCollaborates with cross-disciplinary teams on system integration and testingFocuses on designing and developing avionics components and subsystems
Industry UsageUsed across aerospace companies, defense contractors, and government agenciesPrimarily employed in aerospace and defense industries for component development

While both roles require engineering expertise and similar credentials, the Contract Avionics Systems Engineer focuses on integrating and testing entire avionics systems, whereas the Contract Avionics Design Engineer specializes in creating and developing specific avionics components. Understanding these differences helps in selecting the right role for your skills and career goals.

What are the most commonly searched types of Avionics Systems Engineer jobs in Colorado?

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Avionics Systems Engineer

Blue Origin

Denver, CO • On-site

$119K - $167K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 4 days ago


Blue Origin rating

8.7

Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

Based on 91 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

16th of 72 rated aerospace companies


Job description

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!

The role is part of the In-Space Systems business unit, which is focused on addressing two of the most compelling challenges in spaceflight today: space infrastructure and increasing mobility on-orbit.

Join Blue Origin's In-Space Systems team as anAvionics Systems Engineerand become a key architect ofBlue Ring-our next-generation satellite bus platform that will enable critical missions beyond Earth's atmosphere. This isn't just another engineering role; it's your opportunity to design the command and data handling systems that will power humanity's expansion into space.

As an Avionics Systems Engineer, you'll pioneernovel data handling architecturesfor national security space missions, working at the intersection of hardware innovation, software development, and communications security. You'll be hands-on with cutting-edgeCommand and Data Handling (C&DH) systemsandencryption architectures, collaborating directly with core hardware developers, software engineers, and communication security specialists to solve challenges that have never been tackled before.

Your designs will directly enableclassified missionscritical to national security. You're not just building components-you're creating thefoundational infrastructurethat future space missions will depend on. Every architecture decision you make, every system you design, will ripple through missions that expand human presence in space and protect national interests from orbit.

Candidates for this role must have an active Top Secret clearance and reside in Seattle (or be willing to locate upon acceptance of offer).

Responsibilities:

  • Participate in C&DH system architecture, trade studies, and concept developmentwith integrated cryptographic and cybersecurity features-from requirements through operations support

  • Translate system data handling and security requirements into actionable subsystem and component-level specifications, ensuring compliance across the design lifecycle

  • Own verification and validation planning, partnering with integration and test teams to validate data handling and encryption hardware against requirements

  • Drive technical excellencethrough participation in design reviews and cross-functional collaboration with hardware development teams

Qualifications:

  • Top Secret Clearance (active or has been active within the past 2 years)

  • B.S. in Aerospace, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or related fieldwith 5+ years industry experience developing avionics systems

  • Expertise in delivering mission-critical C&DH systemsincluding data handling architectures and cryptographic systems

  • Familiarity with common spacecraft interfaces(Ethernet, MIL-STD-1553, SpaceWire) and digital/analog electrical interfaces (I2C, SPI, Serial)

  • Strong foundation in layer 2/3 networking concepts(Ethernet, VLANs, QoS, IP, TCP/UDP, routing)

  • Experience with requirements definition and decomposition, interface control, and verification

  • Exceptional communicator and collaboratorwho thrives in fast-paced environments, analyzes complex systems effectively, and builds trusted relationships across teams

Desired (but not required):

  • TS/SCI Clearance (active or has been active within the past 2 years)

  • M.S. in Aerospace, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or related fieldwith full spacecraft design lifecycle industry experience

  • NSA Type 1 encryption device expertiseincluding certification processes, TEMPEST/EMSEC requirements, and CNSSI 1253/NIST 800-53 controls for space systems

  • Experience interfacing with NSA, COMSEC custodians, or CCI handling, with proven ability to deliver space-qualified integrated hardware/software components

  • Space environment design expertiseincluding radiation effects, SEU mitigation, parts selection, processor/storage architectures, and CCSDS communication protocols

  • Proficiency with electrical system design and analysis tools(Altium/OrCAD/KiCad, LTspice, MS Visio)

  • Experience with scripting languages such as Python


Base Pay Range for:

CO applicants is $119,814.00 - $167,738.55 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 atEEOCompliance@blueorigin.com. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.



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Blue Origin is a private aerospace manufacturing and suborbital spaceflight services company based in Kent, Washington, USA. Established in 2000 by Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, the company operates in the cutting-edge aerospace industry aiming to build a future where millions of people can live and work in space. They develop a variety of technologies, with a focus on reusable rocket systems which significantly reduce the cost of space travel. Blue Origin's core mission is to make this vision come to life by incrementally building on its successes with an ultimate vision of dramatic cost reduction and increased reliance on reusable spacecraft.

Industry

Space research administration

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Kent, WA, US

Year founded

2000