Aerospace Software-in-the-Loop Test Engineer II

Socket.dev; United States; On-site; USD 135,000 - 189,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Stock options

Job summary

Blue Origin is seeking a software engineer to design and own aerospace simulation testbeds. You will develop sophisticated models and test scripts, collaborating with internal teams and customers to capture requirements and ensure robust integration.

Strong C/C++ and RTOS experience are essential, with exposure to Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD common in our workflows. You will contribute to a cutting-edge spaceflight program, with opportunity to influence test strategies and product readiness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related technical field.
• 3+ years developing aerospace software simulation testbeds.
• Proficient in C/C++ with strong technical acumen.
• Python or similar scripting language experience.
• Knowledge of real-time OS and embedded control systems.
• Familiarity with UDP/TCP and other serial protocols.
• Strong SDLC and testing methodology understanding.
• Experience with Git or similar version control.

Responsibilities

• Develop and own comprehensive simulation models and test scripts.
• Collaborate with customers and internal teams to define requirements.
• Design, implement, and document simulation testbeds and release strategies.
• Execute tests to ensure model robustness and integration success.
• Support hardware/software integration with live data anchoring.
• Travel up to 10-15% domestically.

Skills

C/C++ development

Python

RTOS & embedded control systems

Networking protocols (UDP/TCP)

Git version control

Education

Bachelor's in CS/EE or related

Master's degree (desirable)

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

CI/CD (GitLab/GitHub)

Simics (desirable)

Job description

Blue Origin is seeking a software engineer to design and own aerospace simulation testbeds. You will develop sophisticated models and test scripts, collaborating with internal teams and customers to capture requirements and ensure robust integration.

Strong C/C++ and RTOS experience are essential, with exposure to Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD common in our workflows. You will contribute to a cutting-edge spaceflight program, with opportunity to influence test strategies and product readiness.