HLS Autonomy Software Systems Engineer II

Blue Origin•Littleton, CO

About The Position

This position is part of Blue Origin’s Lunar Permanence business unit, which develops Blue Moon landers and related products. The engineer will collaborate with software development engineers and other discipline teams to define systems and software across Lunar programs. The work supports missions transporting crew and cargo from Earth to the lunar surface, with a focus on safe, repeatable spaceflight. The role requires technical expertise, collaboration, attention to quality, and commitment to Blue Origin’s mission. Under general supervision, the engineer independently develops state machine definitions for assigned subsystems, such as a single actuator or sensor chain. They own software requirements, verification plans, and test cases for their scope, contribute to fault management and FMEA-driven requirements, and support hardware-in-the-loop and software-in-the-loop testing. They also work with flight software, guidance, navigation and control, or controls engineers on requirements flowdown for assigned interfaces, and develop tool, test, and verification software as needed.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
2–5 years of professional experience.
Experience with C/C++ or Python scripting.
Demonstrated experience developing software requirements and test cases.
Hands-on experience with state machine definition, controls theory, or MATLAB Simulink; Stateflow exposure is preferred.
Experience working on a cross-functional engineering team.
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.

Nice To Haves

Direct experience building state machine logic for actuator management, initialization sequences, or fault response.
Experience with HIL/SIL test tools.
Exposure to safety-critical standards such as ISO 26262, DO-178C, ARP-4754A, or NPR 7150.2D.

Responsibilities

Independently develop Simulink/Stateflow state machine definitions for assigned subsystems under general supervision.
Write and maintain software requirements, verification plans, and test cases for owned scope.
Participate in fault management discussions and contribute to FMEA-driven requirements for assigned subsystems.
Support HIL/SIL test setup and execution, and independently author test procedures.
Work with flight software, GN&C, or controls engineers on requirements flowdown for assigned interfaces.
Develop tool, test, and verification software as needed.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and 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.
Up to four weeks of paid time off per year based on weekly scheduled hours.
Up to 14 company-paid holidays.
Depending on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on individual contributions and company results or other factors.