Ground Autonomy Instruments & Controls Software Verification Engineer II New Glenn

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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!

As part of a small passionate and accomplished team of experts you will design develop verify and commission software solutions for the ground control systems supportingNew Glenn Blue Origins heavy-lift orbital launch vehicle. The role will have an increased focus on the verification and validation of the PLC products and control applications where you will take ownership in developing the verification strategy the verification artifacts and commissioning the systems to the launch addition you will be a contributor to the development and maintenance of our common PLC software architecture and Ground Control applications supporting ground systems including GSE EGSE and launch facilities.

In this role you will help implement the overall strategy forautonomous ground control systems a key enabler for increased launch cadence and efficient operations. You will work on the full software lifecycle from requirements development through commissioning and in-field troubleshooting with an increased focus on the verification and validation of the products. You will actively leverageLarge Language Models (LLMs) and Artificial Intelligence (AI)in the product development process and operational frameworks as a core success factor in meeting business goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to full lifecycle development of controls algorithm software for PLC-based ground systems and control application software with a heavy focus on the verification and validation of the PLC control systems

• Lead PLC programming development and support commissioning of PLC and motion-control-based systems with software releases

• Assist with SCADA development (Iconics Gen 64 / Hyper Historian)

• Develop test verify and validate PLC and motion-control-based systems

• Develop and maintain software requirements for Ground Control systems

• Design and implement autonomy solutions including sequencers state machines and fault management deployed on real-time operating systems

• Troubleshoot fielded PLC logic and drive issue resolution to improve product quality

• Implement AI/LLM solutionsfor controls optimization system monitoring and workflow automation to reduce manual workload and improve reliability

• Support New Glenn mission and launch operations

• Guide development and continuous improvement of processes procedures and configuration management practices

• Effectively communicate technical decisions and status across internal design teams operations Quality and business units

• We seek someone who will apply their technical expertise and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is essential!

Minimum Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Computer Engineering Electrical Engineering Aerospace Engineering or a related technical field

• 3 yearsof experience in industrial automation controls design integration and verification

• Expertise in controls algorithm development with PLC software specifically proficient inLadder Logic and/or Structured Text

• Proficiency inPython/C/Cprogramming

• Experience withSiemens and/or Rockwellcontrol automation systems

• Experience in autonomy sequencers state machines and/or fault management deployed on real-time operating systems

• Ability to design PID based control loops from first principals

• Experience implementing or integratingAI/LLM solutionsin industrial control or software development contexts

• Knowledge of industry-standard network communication protocols

• Familiarity with software lifecycle development processes configuration management version control and change management

• Organized self-starter capable of breaking down complex problems into traceable tasks

• Excellent judgment and comfort making high-quality and high-velocity decisions

• Excellent communication skills across all levels of an organization

• Meticulous attention to detail and configuration control

• 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

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree (M.S. or likewise) in Electrical Electronics Aerospace or a related engineering field

• Experience withPython

• Experience withRockwell Studio 5000 FactoryTalk AssetCentre FactoryTalk View or Studio 5000 View Designer

• Experience withSiemens TIA Portal

• Experience working with electrical control systems and industrial sensors and actuators: pressure temperature LVDT bridge accelerometers and motion/servo controllers

• Experience in aerospace/launch vehicle and ground systems development and operations including design integration verification launch operations and anomaly resolution

• Familiarity with software quality assurance standards such asNPR 7150.2orDO-178

• Understanding of spacecraft operations subsystem functions and their interfaces and interactions

• Familiarity with embedded avionics networking including OSI model transport/data link layers Ethernet IP UDP/TCP/SCTP CCSDS or other radio networking protocols

Compensation Range for:

Other site ranges may differ

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.

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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.

• 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 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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