Senior Flight Software Engineer, Displays and Controls

3 days ago


Seattle, Washington, United States Blue Origin, LLC Full time
About Blue Origin

At Blue Origin, we're working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Our team is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace where everyone can thrive.

Job Summary

We're seeking a highly skilled Senior Flight Software Engineer to join our team in developing the software that will drive the cockpit displays of a crewed lunar lander. This is a unique opportunity to work on a cutting-edge project that will help return humans to the moon.

Key Responsibilities
  • Design, implement, test, and deploy human-rated flight software in C++.
  • Develop software requirements in coordination with customers, systems engineers, and subsystem owners.
  • Work with flight software, subsystem teams, pilots, and human-interface experts to derive requirements and develop best-in-class piloting and data displays.
  • Mentor, train, and collaborate with engineers of all levels.
  • Identify, track and reduce technical and schedule risks.
  • Perform trade studies on software tools, architecture, and implementation.
  • Document software architecture and design using UML.
  • Write unit tests, support integration, and participate in code reviews.
  • Support integration of software components with Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) and Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) simulation environments.
  • Employ and support Continuous Integration tool chains and build servers.
  • Communicate and promote the capabilities and needs of the displays & controls software.
Requirements
  • B.S. degree in computer engineering, electrical engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics, aerospace, or related field, or equivalent experience.
  • 7+ years of software development experience including technical leadership and multi-threaded programming.
  • Strong C++ object-oriented design, development, and debugging experience.
  • Experience with VxWorks or other RTOSs.
  • Experience with robust time and space partitioning.
  • Experience with embedded Linux and/or real time operating systems.
  • Solid understanding of NPR 7150.2, DO-178, or other safety-critical software standards.
  • Strong debugging skills at the software/hardware boundary.
  • Demonstrated experience developing UI applications.
  • Experience with full lifecycle development, including gathering requirements, design, implementation, integration, verification, and release.
  • Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience developing safety critical products using NPR 7150.2, DO-178, or other safety-critical software standards.
  • Experience with Human Space Flight.
  • Experience working on avionics, satellite, or space flight systems.
  • Experience with OpenGL or other graphics APIs.
  • Experience with NASA cFS.
What We Offer

We offer a competitive compensation package, including a base salary range of $170,805.00-$239,127.00, depending on location. We also provide a comprehensive benefits package, including 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%, and an Education Support Program.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates. If you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every desired qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.



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