Engineer Aerospace Software Systems II

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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 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 position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your dedication and attention to detail towards safe and repeatable space flight. Join us in lowering the cost of access to space and enabling Blue Origins vision of millions of people living and working in space to benefit Earth.

Responsibilities

This role supports the Avionics Software Systems Engineering of New Glenn a reusable heavy-lift orbital launch vehicle capable of routinely carrying people and payloads to low-Earth orbit geostationary transfer orbit cislunar and beyond. As a member of our team you will:

• Develop and maintain automated test frameworks and validation tools
• Analyze system test data to identify anomalies trends and potential issues
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate and verify avionics systems
• Support systems engineering activities including requirements verification modeling and analyses
• Document verification processes and software

The ideal candidate is a strong Python developer who enjoys solving complex problems working across teams and learning new domains. A deep passion for Blue Origins mission is essential.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of a B.S. degree in Aerospace Engineering Computer Science or a similar technical/ engineering field
• Proficiency in Python specificallyfor automation testing and data analysis
• Experience with software testing methodologies and best practices
• Conceptual understanding of Systems Engineering and Requirements
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate across disciplines
• Self-directed with ability to manage competing priorities
• Ability to earn trust maintain positive and professional relationships and contribute to a culture of inclusion follow growth mindset and practice psychological safety

Desired:

• Experience developing tests using automation frameworks (pytest unittest etc.)
• Familiarity with Linux/UNIX environments
• Experience with data analysis tools like Databricks Tableau Jupyter etc.
• Knowledge of version control systems (Git)
• Understanding of systems engineering principles and requirements
• Exposure to avionics embedded systems or other safety-critical domains
• Experience with Agile development practices
• Familiarity with tools such as JIRA Confluence DOORS/DNG or MATLAB/Simulink
• Project Management and/or Technical Leadership skills
• Understanding of verification processes for certified industries
• Systems engineering experience in requirements capture tracing and verification planning.
• Safety analyses experience such as those described in DO 178 ARP4761 NUREG-0492 NASA AFTH (Functional Hazard Analyses (FHA) Fault Tree Analyses (FTAs))
• Knowledge of several of the following avionics specialties: Instrumentation RF Ethernet networking circuit design safety critical software wire harnesses test equipment environmental/DO-160 testing.

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Culture 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 an 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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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 a refugee or granted asylum.

Background Check

• Required for all positions: Blues 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

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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.

• 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 companys intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the companys results or other factors at the companys sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.

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