MK2 Crew Lander GN&C Algorithms & Analysis Manager

BLUE ORIGIN • Seattle, WA

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About The Position

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 the Lunar Permanence business unit, which develops Blue Origin’s Blue Moon landers and related products. To further Blue Origin's mission of millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth, 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 spacecraft development engineers, you will build and lead a team of Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GN&C) engineers delivering algorithm, model, simulation, and flight software products for the MK2 Crew Lander. In this role, you will manage between 7-12 direct reports. 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!

Requirements

• Minimum of BS degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Physics, Applied Mathematics, or Computer Science
• Proven experience in software development and debugging skills, particularly in C/C++, MATLAB, and Simulink
• Proven leadership and mentoring experience
• Strong fundamentals in rigid body dynamics and 1st principles physics-based mathematical models
• Hands-on experience with testing frameworks and Continuous Integration (CI) pipelines such as Gitlab
• Experience with configuration management
• Experience developing and maintaining simulation models including plant physics, sensors, and actuators
• Experience with verification and validation of aerospace simulations and models
• Strong debugging skills at the software/hardware boundary, and familiarity with software verification approaches
• Highly organized and capable of planning and guiding complex technical work

Nice To Haves

• MS or higher degree in Aerospace Engineering or related technical field
• Previous management experience
• Experience developing software for hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing
• Experience auto coding Simulink to C++
• Experience in Rust
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated advanced knowledge in the development of planetary spacecraft GN&C simulations
• Familiarity with NPR 7150.2D, DO-178, DO-160, and DO-254 or similar standards

Responsibilities

• Directly develop a team of GN&C engineers. This includes being responsible for the people, processes, and tools crucial for best-in-class performance.
• Recruit, hire, and manager a team of engineering professionals
• Lead direct reports’ professional development (e.g., hiring, performance evaluations, compensation and promotion management, routine one-on-one development conversations) and coach them on performance.
• Demonstrate effective communication, listening abilities, and compassion as a leader.
• You are an authority in the subject area, and you will assure that your team’s work products meet domain quality standards.
• You will ensure standards and tools align with other Blue Origin business units and with industry trends.
• Perform technical work and provide technical leadership of the highest caliber
• Embody, promote, and coach the Blue Origin leadership principles

Benefits

• 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.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

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