Senior Embedded Safety Software Engineer

Blue Origin; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 121,000 - 169,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Education Support Program

Stock options

Job summary

Blue Origin, based in Washington, is seeking a System Safety engineer to mentor engineers and guide safety-critical software for rockets and ground systems. You will review processes, perform risk analysis, and ensure compliance with safety objectives while promoting a culture of ethics and inclusion.

This role emphasizes hands-on safety software expertise beyond testing, with opportunities to influence rapid development programs and build trust across diverse teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or higher in aerospace engineering or related field.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently on rapid development programs.
• Ability to earn trust and strengthen our culture of inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Mentor engineers in developing safety-critical software for rockets and ground systems.
• Review software processes and perform safety analyses to identify requirements.
• Audit program compliance to safety objectives and perform risk characterization.
• Champion safety and ensure alignment with safety standards and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Communication skills

Independent work

Trust and inclusion

US citizen or eligible

Education

B.Sc. aerospace engineering or related

Job description

Blue Origin, based in Washington, is seeking a System Safety engineer to mentor engineers and guide safety-critical software for rockets and ground systems. You will review processes, perform risk analysis, and ensure compliance with safety objectives while promoting a culture of ethics and inclusion.

This role emphasizes hands-on safety software expertise beyond testing, with opportunities to influence rapid development programs and build trust across diverse teams.