Flight Software Lead for Lunar Missions

Blue Origin LLC; Washington; On-site; USD 162,000 - 226,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Education Support Program

Stock options

Paid time off

Job summary

Blue Origin LLC is seeking a senior software leader to drive safety-critical flight software for the Lunar Permanence program. You will guide a team of engineers working with NASA and national partners to ensure mission success of lunar vehicles, balancing stakeholder needs with practical capabilities.

You will mentor developers, coordinate across software and hardware subsystems, and report to the Flight Software Integrated Product Lead.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, electrical engineering, computer engineering, aeronautics, or related field; 10+ years of experience or Master/PhD with 8+ years of experience.
• 5+ years of experience in spaceflight or safety-critical industries.
• 5+ years of experience in embedded software engineering.
• Proficiency with Jama or similar requirements management tool.
• Experience with Jira or similar activity management tool.
• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to build trust with stakeholders.
• U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or eligible for required status.

Responsibilities

• Lead software team in safety-critical flight software development for lunar transport systems.
• Coordinate with subsystem leads across software and hardware domains.
• Guide technical decisions with stakeholder input and provide justification.
• Mentor and coach developers; report to Flight Software Integrated Product Lead.
• Collaborate with NASA and national partners within the Human Landing System program.

Skills

Embedded systems engineering

Jama

Jira

Leadership/mentorship

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/EE/related field

Advanced degree (MS/PhD) preferred

Tools

Jama

Jira

Job description

Blue Origin LLC is seeking a senior software leader to drive safety-critical flight software for the Lunar Permanence program. You will guide a team of engineers working with NASA and national partners to ensure mission success of lunar vehicles, balancing stakeholder needs with practical capabilities.

You will mentor developers, coordinate across software and hardware subsystems, and report to the Flight Software Integrated Product Lead.