Blue Origin

Embedded Software Engineer III - New Glenn Avionics

Blue Origin$150K — $211K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • B.S. degree in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, or related field.
  • 5+ years of experience writing software in C, C++, and Python.
  • 2+ years of experience in embedded software, kernel development, BSPs, or systems software components.
  • Solid understanding of operating systems and network protocols fundamentals.

Responsibilities

  • Develop flight software and tools for various spaceflight systems.
  • Contribute to safety-critical real-time embedded software development.
  • Work on vehicle avionics and ground systems.
  • Manage requirements, design, implementation, integration, and testing of software components.
  • Ensure successful mission execution of the New Glenn vehicle.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance.
  • Paid parental leave and short/long-term disability options.
  • 401(k) with up to 5% company match.
  • Stock options for all regular employees working at least 20 hours/week.
  • Up to four weeks of paid time off per year, plus up to 14 company-paid holidays.
Full Job Description
Application close date:
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

This role supports the development and operations of New Glenn, a single-configuration, heavy-lift orbital launch vehicle capable of routinely carrying people and payloads to low-Earth orbit, geostationary transfer orbit, cislunar, and beyond. Its first stage is fully reusable, and the vehicle was designed from the beginning to be human-capable.

As part of a hardworking team of engineers, you will develop flight software and tools for various spaceflight systems. You will share in the team's impact on all aspects of safety-critical real-time embedded software development. Working in the New Glenn Avionics Software organization, you will be part of the world-class team responsible for creating the software that will enable New Glenn to carry people and payloads routinely to Earth orbit and beyond. You will work on vehicle avionics and ground systems and be responsible for requirements, design, implementation, integration and testing of various software components and tools critical for the success of New Glenn's mission. If relocating to one of the approved Blue Origin sites, we offer relocation assistance!

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!

Minimum Qualifications:
  • B.S. degree in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, aerospace engineering or related subject area.
  • 5+ years of experience writing software in C, C++, and Python.
  • 2+ years of experience in embedded software, kernel development, BSPs or other systems software components.
  • Solid understanding of operating systems and network protocols fundamentals.


Preferred Qualifications:
  • M.S. degree in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, aerospace engineering or related field.
  • Experience with real-time operating systems.
  • Experience with safety-critical software development in aerospace, automotive or other industries.
  • Experience developing software that interfaces directly with hardware components and programmable logic.


Compensation Range for:
CO applicants is $150,931.00 - $211,303.05WA applicants is $164,652.00 - $230,512.80

Other site ranges may differ

Culture Statement

Don't meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Benefits
  • Benefits include: 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.
  • Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
  • 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. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.


About Blue Origin

Blue Origin is an aerospace company that develops rockets and spacecraft for commercial and government customers. The company's products include the New Shepard suborbital vehicle and the New Glenn orbital rocket. Blue Origin was founded in 2000 by Jeff Bezos and is headquartered in Kent, Washington.
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