Blue Origin · 2 hours ago
Engineer - Aerospace Software Systems II
Merritt Island, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$99K/yr - $139K/yrBlue Origin is working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems. This role supports the development and operations of New Glenn, focusing on avionics software systems engineering, requiring strong Python development skills to ensure safe and repeatable space flight.
AerospaceManufacturingNational SecurityRenewable Energy
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain automated test frameworks and validation tools
Analyze system test data to identify anomalies, trends, and potential issues
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate and verify avionics systems
Support systems engineering activities including requirements verification, modeling, and analyses
Document verification processes and software
Qualification
Required
Minimum of a B.S. degree in Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science or a similar technical/ engineering field
Proficiency in Python, specifically for automation, testing, and data analysis
Experience with software testing methodologies and best practices
Conceptual understanding of Systems Engineering and Requirements
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate across disciplines
Self-directed with ability to manage competing priorities
Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion, follow growth mindset, and practice psychological safety
Preferred
Experience developing tests using automation frameworks (pytest, unittest, etc.)
Familiarity with Linux/UNIX environments
Experience with data analysis tools like Databricks, Tableau, Jupyter, etc
Knowledge of version control systems (Git)
Understanding of systems engineering principles and requirements
Exposure to avionics, embedded systems, or other safety-critical domains
Experience with Agile development practices
Familiarity with tools such as JIRA, Confluence, DOORS/DNG, or MATLAB/Simulink
Project Management and/or Technical Leadership skills
Understanding of verification processes for certified industries
Systems engineering experience in requirements capture, tracing, and verification planning
Safety analyses experience such as those described in DO 178, ARP4761, NUREG-0492, NASA AFTH (Functional Hazard Analyses (FHA), Fault Tree Analyses (FTAs))
Knowledge of several of the following avionics specialties: Instrumentation, RF, Ethernet networking, circuit design, safety critical software, wire harnesses, test equipment, environmental/DO-160 testing
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Basic and supplemental life insurance
Paid parental leave
Short and long-term disability
401(k) with a company match of up to 5%
Education Support Program
Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.
Company
Blue Origin
Blue Origin is an aerospace company that focuses on lowering the cost of spaceflight and helping to explore the solar system.
Founded in 2000
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$185.35MKey Investors
NASAUnited States Space Force
2024-02-20Secondary Market
2024-01-24Undisclosed· $18M
2021-12-03Grant· $130M
Leadership Team
David Limp
Chief Executive Officer
Tim Collins
Vice President, Global Supply Chain
Recent News
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