Autonomy Control Engineer II: Space Launch & AI Systems

Blue Origin; Merritt Island (FL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with 5% match

Stock options

Paid time off

Education support

Job summary

Blue Origin is seeking engineering talent to advance software for the New Glenn rocket. You will help develop autonomous propellant loading and flight control software, translating P&ID drawings into robust Simulink models and flight-ready code.

The role involves verification/validation of safety-critical software, collaboration with simulation and launch teams, and applying AI/ML techniques to improve automation and data analysis in aerospace applications.

Qualifications

• B.S. or higher in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Aerospace, Software, or related field)
• 2+ years in controls-related role in a professional setting
• Experience with Simulink or other model-based design software
• Experience in a configuration-managed development environment
• Knowledge of programming languages such as C/C++, Python
• Hands-on AI/ML experience and integration into workflows
• Willingness to learn AI model integration, deployment, and optimization

Responsibilities

• Develop software to autonomously load propellants and launch New Glenn launcher.
• Translate P&ID drawings into Simulink control algorithms and flight-ready code.
• Collaborate with simulation & launch teams to verify and validate software in real-world scenarios.
• Engage in verification and validation of safety-critical software and models.

Skills

C/C++

Python

AI/ML

Education

B.S. or higher in Engineering

Tools

Simulink

GitLab

StateFlow

Linux

Job description

Blue Origin is seeking engineering talent to advance software for the New Glenn rocket. You will help develop autonomous propellant loading and flight control software, translating P&ID drawings into robust Simulink models and flight-ready code.

The role involves verification/validation of safety-critical software, collaboration with simulation and launch teams, and applying AI/ML techniques to improve automation and data analysis in aerospace applications.