Lunar Lander Avionics Lab - Software Engineer III

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, which develops Blue Origin's multiple Blue Moon lander product lines. To further Blue Origin's mission of having millions of people living and working in space, we are building sustainable infrastructure for our transport of crew and cargo from Earth to the lunar surface.

As part of a hardworking team of diverse engineers, you will design and build the software for the Lunar Lander Vehicle Test Bed (VTB). The VTB will provide an environment to integrate the vehicle avionics and flight software for system development, verification, and validation. The VTB will include software simulations and hardware emulators, as well as software for interfacing with these simulations and emulators. The test environment will also include connections to NASA spacecraft emulators, which will require frequent collaboration with NASA and the development of prototypes for inter-element testing.

We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Responsibilities:

• Participate in the requirements, design, and architecture

• Develop software for various prototype objectives

• Integrate software models, sensor drivers, and hardware emulators

• Support the integration of flight avionics, operator consoles, and test equipment to verify the requirements and performance of the flight software

• Support problem investigation and resolution

• Maintain configuration control of the software

Minimum Qualifications:

• B.S. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or equivalent engineering degree

• 5+ years of relevant experience

• Experience with Linux and other Unix-style operating systems

• Proficiency with Devops tools such as Gitlab, Docker, Jenkins, and Artifactory

• Proficiency with higher-level programming languages such as Python or C/C++

• Strong software development skills and debugging

• Deep understanding of software engineering principles and design patterns

• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and strengthen our culture of inclusion.

• 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:

• Master of Science in Computer Science

• 8+ years of relevant experience

• Experience with NASA tools cFS and Trick

• Experience with IP networking (IEEE 802.3)

• Experience with communications protocol RS-422/485

• Experience with distributed simulation implementation standards such as HLA or DIS

• Experience with DO-178, NPR-7150, or similar guidelines

• Experience with mission operations and ground data systems

Compensation range for on site WA applicants is $141,480-$198,072

Compensation range for on site CO applicants is $129,690-$181,566

Other site ranges may differ

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

Inclusivity 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 a diverse, inclusive, and 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.

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.

Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.

Discretionary bonus: Bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.

Eligibility for benefits varies by role type, please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role.

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