Blue Origin
Spaceflight
SeniorEmbeddedSoftwareEngineeringLead
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“Senior Embedded Software Engineering Lead at Blue Origin. Skills: Embedded Software Engineering, C++, RTOS, Software Architecture, Team Leadership. Lead a team of flight software engineers through the full software development lifecycle. Architect, design, develop, and deliver high-reliability flight software for embedded and edge computing platforms using C++”
What You'll Achieve.
deliver high-reliability flight software; ensure technical quality and mission assurance across deliverables; enable sustainable human presence beyond Earth; creating reliable, efficient, and innovative solutions
Industry & Context.
root cause analysis; resolution of complex software anomalies
Relocation assistance is available, Up to 10% travel may be required, U. S. citizen or national, U. S. permanent resident (i. e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U. S. as a refugee or granted asylum, Background Check, Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation, Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing (CDL drivers only), vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training., Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related technical field, 7+ years of professional experience in embedded software development, proficiency in C/C++ programming for embedded systems, Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS), Experience with microcontroller peripherals (ADC, DAC, I2C, SPI, UART, etc. ), Experience with version control systems (Git), Knowledge of software development for mission-critical systems
Nice to Have
Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field, Experience with embedded Linux development and Yocto, Experience leading software technical teams, Knowledge of communication protocols used in spacecraft systems, Experience with bare-metal programming for microcontrollers
What You'll Do.
Lead a team of flight software engineers through the full software development lifecycle
and deliver high-reliability flight software for embedded and edge computing platforms using C++
Provide day-to-day technical direction
and mentorship to team foster a culture of engineering excellence and accountability
Define and enforce software architecture standards
and design patterns for mission-critical systems
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including systems engineering
and mission operations to translate system requirements into robust software solutions
Conduct design reviews and code ensure technical quality and mission assurance across deliverables
Support integration and test activities
including hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) and software-in-the-loop (SIL) testing
Identify and mitigate technical drive root cause analysis and resolution of complex software anomalies
Coordinate with program management to communicate status
Contribute to proposal efforts and technical documentation in support of national security programs
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including systems engineering, GNC, avionics, and mission operations; Coordinate with program management to communicate status, risks, and resource needs
Communication Scope
communicate status, risks, and resource needs
Process & Methodology
work prioritization, risk communication
Full Job Description
Application close date: Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed. 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. **Special Mentions:** * Relocation assistance is available for this position * Travel expectations: Up to 10% travel may be required to other Blue Origin facilities **Responsibilities include but are not limited to:** * Lead a team of flight software engineers through the full software development lifecycle * Architect, design, develop, and deliver high-reliability flight software for embedded and edge computing platforms using C++ * Provide day-to-day technical direction, work prioritization, and mentorship to team members; foster a culture of engineering excellence and accountability * Define and enforce software architecture standards, coding practices, and design patterns for mission-critical systems * Collaborate with cross-functional teams including systems engineering, GNC, avionics, and mission operations to translate system requirements into robust software solutions * Conduct design reviews and code reviews; ensure technical quality and mission assurance across deliverables * Support integration and test activities, including hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) and software-in-the-loop (SIL) testing * Identify and mitigate technical risks; drive root cause analysis and resolution of complex software anomalies * Coordinate with program management to communicate status, risks, and resource needs * Contribute to proposal efforts and technical d
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