Senior Ground Systems Engineer, TS/SCI, Space NSS

Blue Origin; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 190,000 - 270,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Origin in Reston, VA is seeking a senior software engineer to lead the development and integration of secure ground systems for national security missions. You will design, test, and maintain NSS software, collaborate with cross‑functional teams, and ensure compliance with applicable security standards and DOORS NG requirements.

The role emphasizes architecture, requirements management, mentorship, and a commitment to safe human spaceflight.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance is required.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in space mission ground systems, with a focus on NSS software development, standards and requirements.
• Strong understanding of security protocols, encryption, and data integrity principles.
• Proven experience in system integration, testing, and performance tuning.
• Expertise in requirements definition and management, preferably using DOORS Next Generation (DNG)
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and the ability to work optimally in a dynamic and collaborative team environment.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to a varied audience.
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, integrate, and maintain ground systems advancing capabilities to support NSS initiatives.
• Collaborate with multi-functional teams to capture requirements, define systems architecture, and develop detailed system design specifications.
• Develop software solutions and ensuring compliance with relevant security policies and standards.
• Conduct system‑level testing, solving, and performance optimization to ensure robust and reliable operation of ground systems.
• Support the full software development lifecycle, including requirements analysis, design, coding, testing, documentation, and maintenance.
• Share technical expertise and mentorship on ground systems engineering standard methodologies, including security, scalability, and maintainability.
• Ensure that all ground systems deployments meet or exceed regulatory and security compliance requirements, including those mandated by the TS/SCI clearance level.
• Document system configurations, procedures, and processes; provide training and support to operational teams as required.
• Engage with external customers, including government agencies and contractors, to align ground systems engineering efforts with broader program objectives.

Skills

TS/SCI clearance

Strong communication

Problem solving

Inclusion mindset

Security awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or related field

Master's degree or equivalent in a relevant engineering or scientific field

Tools

DOORS Next Generation (DNG)

Python

Java

C++

AWS

Azure

Job description

Blue Origin in Reston, VA is seeking a senior software engineer to lead the development and integration of secure ground systems for national security missions. You will design, test, and maintain NSS software, collaborate with cross‑functional teams, and ensure compliance with applicable security standards and DOORS NG requirements.

The role emphasizes architecture, requirements management, mentorship, and a commitment to safe human spaceflight.