Software-in-the-Loop Test Engineer II

BLUE ORIGIN•Seattle, WA

23h•$134,961 - $188,945

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! The role is part of the In-Space Systems business unit, which is focused on addressing two of the most compelling challenges in spaceflight today: space infrastructure and increasing mobility on-orbit. As part of a hardworking team of engineers, you will be a key player in creating a groundbreaking software simulation testbed. Join our team and be at the forefront of innovation, taking ownership of planning, architectural design, requirements gathering, certification, and implementation for the exciting new software simulation testbed. Your expertise will be vital in owning development and planning of simulation models and test scripts. You’ll contribute to critical work being performed by the development and testing teams, implementing simulation solutions crucial for the project's success. Moreover, you'll develop sophisticated simulation models that precisely reflect scenarios and craft detailed test scripts to guarantee integration and test events. Collaborate with teammates and valued customers to capture essential requirements, contributing to the creation of a comprehensive testbed for the Blue Ring Spacecraft that supports a wide range of development and operational activities. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your dedicated commitment and attention towards safe and reliable spaceflight. 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

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field
Over 3 years of relevant proven expertise in developing aerospace software simulation testbeds for innovative systems
Proficient in C / C++ development with a strong technical prowess
Skilled in Python or similar scripting languages
In-depth knowledge of real-time operating systems and embedded control systems, including APIs, interfaces, and device drivers
Familiarity with communication protocols such as UDP/TCP, I2C, UART, etc.
Strong understanding of the software development life cycle and testing methodologies.
Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git).
Exceptionally organized teammate with great written and verbal communication skills

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
5+ years in large-scale engineering systems
Skilled in space vehicle software simulation integration
Proficient with Docker, Kubernetes, and containerization
Hands-on with CI/CD pipelines, Git, GitLab, or GitHub
Strong debugging at the software-hardware interface
Familiar with hardware emulation like Simics
Expertise in customizing continuous integration systems
Understanding of electrical and electronic engineering concepts
Solid grasp of IP networking
Competent in MATLAB and Simulink
Acquainted with GNC systems and 6DOF dynamics
Proficient with DOORs Next Generation, SVN, Jenkins
Active Top Secret/SCI desired

Responsibilities

Contribute to comprehensive release strategy, meticulous coordination, and detailed documentation processes.
Craft sophisticated and accurate simulation models that push the boundaries of what's possible.
Work with external customers and internal engineering teams to develop customer-specific simulation solution requirements.
Develop and execute tests on simulations to ensure robustness of models.
Develop intricate test scripts designed to ensure detailed integration and the success of crucial test events.
Support hardware/software integration efforts including anchoring simulations to hardware data.