Flight Software Engineer II — Space Systems

Blue Origin; Washington; On-site; USD 107,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Parental Leave

Disability Insurance

401(k) match

Education Support

Stock Options

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Job summary

Blue Origin in Washington is seeking a software lead to coordinate the development, integration, and validation of mission-critical software for the New Glenn rocket system. You will influence architecture while delivering verifiable, safety-focused software for spaceflight programs and work within a fast-paced, collaborative team.

The role emphasizes hands-on testing in hardware-in-loop environments, cross-functional collaboration, and a commitment to safety and reliability in every release.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in relevant technical discipline.
• Experience with control systems methodologies and/or verification of safety-critical software.
• Strong technical troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Experience with Python and Linux environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead software integration activities for critical rocket systems throughout the entire product lifecycle.
• Work hands-on in a hardware-in-loop environment to validate flight software.
• Design and implement verification strategies for safety-critical systems.
• Influence system-level software architecture decisions.
• Troubleshoot complex technical issues across integrated rocket systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure software meets mission requirements.

Skills

Python

Linux

Troubleshooting

Communication

Education

B.S. in CS / Aerospace / Electrical or related technical discipline

M.S. or PhD in CS / Aerospace / Electrical or related technical discipline

Tools

MATLAB

Simulink

Auto-coding methods

Job description

Blue Origin in Washington is seeking a software lead to coordinate the development, integration, and validation of mission-critical software for the New Glenn rocket system. You will influence architecture while delivering verifiable, safety-focused software for spaceflight programs and work within a fast-paced, collaborative team.

The role emphasizes hands-on testing in hardware-in-loop environments, cross-functional collaboration, and a commitment to safety and reliability in every release.