Ground Software DevOps Release Engineer III (TS/SCI Required) - Blue Ring

Blue Origin • Littleton, CO

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About The Position

This role is part of Blue National Security (BNS), supporting the design, development, and delivery of launch and spacecraft systems for national security missions. As a member of a team of engineers, the Ground Software DevOps Release Engineer will contribute to the software lifecycle of ground-based systems that support space missions and advance ground capabilities. The role bridges development, security, and operations, owning the end-to-end software release lifecycle, managing and gating code quality using Fortify static and dynamic analysis, and supporting resilient, scalable cloud infrastructure. The engineer will help ensure stability, automation, and secure design of production environments. The position calls for technical expertise, leadership, dedication to quality, and commitment to Blue Origin’s mission of safe human spaceflight.

The engineer will design, develop, integrate, and maintain ground systems supporting national security space initiatives; work with cross-functional teams on system architecture and detailed design specifications; develop software solutions that comply with relevant security policies and standards; and ensure deployments meet or exceed regulatory and security compliance requirements, including those associated with TS/SCI. The role also documents system configurations, procedures, and processes.

Requirements

• Active TS/SCI clearance.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of software development experience focused on national security space software development and standards, with proficiency in Python, Bash, PowerShell, or similar languages for automation.
• Strong understanding of security protocols, encryption, and data integrity principles.
• Hands-on expertise with Fortify Static Code Analyzer (SCA), Fortify Software Security Center (SSC), or similar SAST/DAST tools.
• Experience with AWS or Azure cloud platforms and DevSecOps practices such as GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, or Azure DevOps.
• Strong experience managing AWS, Azure, or GCP infrastructure.
• Expertise with Docker and Kubernetes, including EKS, GKE, or OpenShift.
• Strong foundational knowledge of Linux administration and networking.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work effectively in a dynamic, collaborative team environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to convey complex technical concepts to a wide audience.
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted to the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Nice To Haves

• CompTIA Network+, CompTIA A+, CCNA, or AWS/Azure cloud certifications.
• 1 to 3 years of general IT administration, help desk, or systems support experience.
• Experience defining and tracking Software BOMs, using tools listed in the posting as Trivy, Grpe, and Dependey Tracking.
• Familiarity with supply-chain frameworks such as NIST SSDF and SLSA.
• Familiarity with hardened images such as Chainguard and Ironbank.
• Master's degree or equivalent in a relevant engineering or scientific field.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, C++, or similar.
• Experience with space mission ground systems, spacecraft subsystems, and associated subsystem software.
• Familiarity with system safety analysis techniques, including Functional Hazard Assessments (FHA), Failure Modes, Effects and Criticality Analyses (FMECA), and Fault Tree Analysis (FTA).

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, integrate, and maintain ground systems that advance capabilities supporting national security space initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define systems architecture and develop detailed system design specifications.
• Develop software solutions and ensure compliance with relevant security policies and standards.
• Ensure ground systems deployments meet or exceed regulatory and security compliance requirements, including requirements associated with TS/SCI.
• Document system configurations, procedures, and processes.
• Own the end-to-end software release lifecycle, manage and gate code quality using Fortify static/dynamic analysis, and support resilient, scalable cloud infrastructure.
• Support stability, automation, and secure design of production environments.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Basic and supplemental life insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Short- and long-term disability
• 401(k) with company match of up to 5%
• Education Support Program
• Stock options for regular employees working at least 20 hours per week
• Paid time off of up to four weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours
• Up to 14 company-paid holidays
• Depending on role type and job level, potential eligibility for benefits and bonuses based on individual contributions or company results

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level