Blue Origin

Flight Software Tools and Infrastructure Developer, New Glenn

Blue Origin$134K — $188K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field
  • 3+ years experience in software infrastructure development
  • Proficient in Python and Matlab
  • Experience with CI development in Gitlab or similar environment
  • Familiar with LLM coding tools and workflows
  • Self-motivated and able to work independently

Responsibilities

  • Develop flight software and simulation tools using Matlab and Simulink autocode
  • Create infrastructure for automated software testing and delivery with Gitlab CI
  • Contribute to establishing flight software standards and best practices
  • Integrate AI coding and review tools into developer workflows
  • Develop unit testing tools with Python, Matlab, and other frameworks
  • Maintain metrics databases for software tests and track regression testing
  • Implement configuration management and versioning for V&V artifacts

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Short and long-term disability coverage
  • 401(k) with company match up to 5%
  • Up to four weeks of paid time off per year
  • Stock options for all regular employees working at least 20 hours/week
  • Education Support Program
  • Paid parental leave and 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 build the tools and infrastructure to support the New Glenn vehicle autonomy, guidance, and control team. You will lead the development of tools for flight software and simulation development and analysis in Matlab, Simulink, C and C++. You will be embedded in the flight software team alongside the engineers developing the control algorithms that launch and land the New Glenn vehicle. You will contribute to design standards and workflow definition, as well as new technology adoption. We are looking for someone to take ownership of many tools and help us chart the future of flight software development.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
  • Develop tools for flight software and simulation development interfacing with Matlab and Simulink autocode.
  • Develop infrastructure for automated software testing and delivery with Gitlab CI pipelines.
  • Contribute to flight software standards and best practices through working groups of software developers.
  • Integrate and maintain AI coding and review tools into developer workflows and CI environment
  • Develop and maintain tools for unit testing with Python, Matlab, and other test frameworks.
  • Maintain software test and build metrics databases, track and report on regression testing.
  • Build tools for software configuration management and V&V artifact versioning

Minimum Qualifications
  • BS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field
  • 3+ years experience in software infrastructure development
  • Comfortable developing in Python and Matlab
  • Experience with CI development in Gitlab or similar environment
  • Experience using and developing LLM coding tools and workflows
  • Motivated self-starter

Preferred Qualifications
  • MS in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
  • Experience with C/C++ control software development
  • Experience developing integrated simulation environments
  • Experience with Simulink autocode
  • Experience with Aerospace or other industry control system design


Base Pay Range for:
WA applicants is $134,961.00 - $188,945.40

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.

Export Control Regulations

Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a 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
  • Required for all positions: Blue's Standard Background Check
  • Required for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation
  • Required for Certain Job Profiles: 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.
  • Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical


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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