Flight Software Engineer III

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At Blue Origin we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. Were working to develop reusable safe and lowcost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety collaboration and inclusion. Join our diverse team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!

At Blue Origin we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. Were working to develop reusable safe and lowcost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety collaboration and inclusion. Join our diverse team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!

The role is part of the InSpace Systems business unit which is focused on addressing two of the most compelling challenges in spaceflight today: space infrastructure and increasing mobility onorbit.

As an Embedded Software Engineer III you will lead the development and implementation of bare metal C code for a novel electromechanical actuator. This involves utilizing multiple parallel RISCV softcore processors on a single FPGA. In a fastpaced and dynamic environment you will collaborate with a diverse team of engineers including those from Guidance Navigation and Control software electrical and power systems systems engineering C&DH configuration & data management and Assembly Integration & Test (AI&T) disciplines. Your responsibilities will include overseeing the entire software development lifecycle from defining and maintaining requirements to creating an automated testing suite managing compiler tools and ensuring seamless integration of software and hardware.

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!

Special Mentions:

• Relocation provided
• Travel expected up to 25% of the time

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Develop and implement bare metal C code for a complex electromechanical system using multiple RISCV processors on a single FPGA.
• Utilize expertise in C programming lowlevel hardware interfacing and parallel processing to write hard realtime applications following foregroundbackground architecture principles.
• Manage the entire software development process including defining and maintaining requirements creating an automated testing suite and setting up compiler tools.
• Ensure the code meets stringent safety and reliability standards for a multicore baremetal application controlling an actuation device.
• Interface effectively with crossfunctional teams.

Minimum Qualifications

• B.S. degree in computer aerospace or electrical engineering or related field
• 4 years of embedded software development and testing experience including multithreaded programming and realtime systems particularly in C/C
• Effective communication skills with program and executive leadership.
• Proven experience developing software to meet requirements
• Familiarity with DevOps processes and culture
• Ability to earn trust maintain positive and professional relationships and contribute to a culture of inclusion
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder) or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Compensation Range for:

Other site ranges may differ

Inclusivity Statement

Dont 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 a diverse inclusive and authentic workplace so if youre excited about this role but your past experience doesnt 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.

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Benefits

• Benefits include: Medical dental vision basic and supplemental life insurance paid parental leave short and longterm disability 401(k) with a company match of up to 5% and an Education Support Program.

• Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours and up to 14 companypaid holidays.

• Discretionary bonus: Bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.

• Eligibility for benefits varies by role type please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role.

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