Software Development Engineer III - New Glenn Avionics

Blue Origin•Huntsville, WA

About The Position

The Software Development Engineer III will develop flight software and tools for spaceflight systems as part of Blue Origin’s New Glenn Avionics Software organization. The role contributes to safety-critical, real-time embedded software development for New Glenn, a reusable heavy-lift orbital launch vehicle designed to carry people and payloads to orbit and beyond. The engineer will work on vehicle avionics and ground systems and take responsibility for requirements, design, implementation, integration, and testing of software components and tools critical to the mission. Blue Origin seeks someone with technical expertise, leadership skills, a commitment to quality, and passion for safe human spaceflight. Relocation assistance is available for relocation to approved Blue Origin sites.

Requirements

B.S. degree in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, or a related discipline.
At least 5 years of experience writing software in C, C++, and Python.
Solid understanding of embedded software, kernel development, BSPs, or other systems software components.
Good understanding of operating systems and network protocol fundamentals.
Applicants must be U.S. citizens or nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as refugees or granted asylum.

Nice To Haves

M.S. degree in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, or a related discipline.
Experience with real-time operating systems.
Experience with safety-critical software development in aerospace, automotive, or other industries.
Solid understanding of software interfaces with hardware components and programmable logic.

Responsibilities

Develop flight software and tools for spaceflight systems.
Contribute to safety-critical real-time embedded software development.
Work on New Glenn vehicle avionics and ground systems.
Handle requirements, design, implementation, integration, and testing of software components and tools.

Benefits

Relocation assistance for relocation to approved Blue Origin sites.
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 company discretion.