Blue Origin
Space Resources
SoftwareEngineer,Level3(Oasis-1Flight/Ground)
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“Software Engineer, Level 3 (Oasis-1 Flight/Ground) at Blue Origin. Skills: C/C++, Python, embedded software, mission-critical software. Own design, implementation, verification of flight software components. Implement and verify fault management behaviors”
Industry & Context.
problem solvers; technical know-how; risk trade-offs; troubleshooting; root-cause analysis; lead root-cause investigations
entirely on-site at our Los Angeles Facility, 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, Standard Background Check, Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check, Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles, Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
B.S. degree or higher in computer science, computer/electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, or related field (or equivalent practical experience), 5+ years of professional experience delivering embedded and/or mission/safety-critical software, owning features from design through verification, Proficiency in C/C++ (embedded/RTOS/Linux), Proficiency in Python (tools/automation), experience with Git, experience with collaborative development workflows, Demonstrated experience with real-time concepts (concurrency, timing, determinism), Demonstrated experience with robust error handling, Demonstrated experience with operational reliability, Demonstrated ability to integrate and debug across software/firmware/hardware boundaries, Demonstrated ability to lead root-cause investigations within your scope, Experience working in a structured environment with requirements, interfaces, verification planning, and test evidence, written and verbal communication, able to present technical rationale and risk trade-offs for peer/senior review
Nice to Have
M.S. degree in a related field, Flight/mission software experience (command/telemetry frameworks, time sync, data handling pipelines), ground segment experience (mission control tooling, link testing, ground station integration, CCSDS-like protocols), Hands-on experience building/operating HIL, Hands-on experience building/operating automated regression in CI/CD, familiarity with static/dynamic analysis, familiarity with code quality tooling, Experience implementing or validating fault management approaches informed by hazard analysis/FMECA/FDIR concepts, Familiarity with secure communications practices, Familiarity with implementing cybersecurity controls for mission/ground systems, Experience with ROS/ROS2, Experience with instrumentation/control systems, Experience with driver/platform debugging, Experience with data acquisition/measurement theory, Experience with debugging auto-generated code, tooling such as DOORS/Jama is a plus
What You'll Do.
verification of flight software components
Implement and verify fault management behaviors
Deliver configuration-controlled flight software releases
Develop and maintain ground software for operations
Support end-to-end connectivity and compatibility testing
Stand up and improve HIL benches
Lead troubleshooting at hardware/software
Develop and maintain software requirements
Contribute to software V&V plan
Support gated reviews/change control
Operate in an agile rhythm
support sprint planning
Communicate progress/risks
Coordinate dependencies across systems
Participate in code reviews
Help raise bar for coding standards
Help raise bar for branching/release practices
Help raise bar for test/coverage expectations
Mentor junior engineers
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
collaborating closely with the Space Resources Program team; communication of technical rationale and risk trade-offs; collaborative development workflows; coordinate dependencies across systems; cross-functional partners; peer/senior review; team of problem solvers; culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion; fosters innovation; shared solutions and standards; workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork
Communication Scope
communication of technical rationale and risk trade-offs; written and verbal communication; able to present technical rationale and risk trade-offs for peer/senior review; operator procedures
Process & Methodology
ownership of subsystem-level scope, agile rhythm, provide estimates, support sprint planning, backlog grooming, coordinate dependencies, manage changing requirements
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! This role is part of Advanced Concepts and Enterprise Engineering (ACE), supporting Blue Origin’s mission of millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. The team fosters innovation and drives engineering workflows of the future, shared solutions and standards, simplicity and lower costs, and manufacturable design. In this hands-on role, you will be based entirely on-site at our Los Angeles Facility, collaborating closely with the Space Resources Program team. We are looking for an experienced, self-motivated, and hands-on software engineer. Your responsibilities will include ownership of subsystem-level scope with minimal day-to-day oversight, communication of technical rationale and risk trade-offs, and delivery of high-quality software in a safety- and mission-critical environment. ## We seek a candidate who brings technical know-how, leadership capabilities, and a dedication to quality, all of which are vital in making a positive impact on our mission. The pace at Blue Origin is brisk, with rapid cycles of design, analysis, and integration, aimed at delivering scalable solutions. Therefore, we need someone who is adaptable, proactive, eager to learn, and uncompromising on safety and quality. Creativity, a spirit of innovation, and the ability to manage changing requirements are key to thriving in this role. 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! ## *
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