SLD Navigation Flight Software Engineer I

6 days ago

Seattle, Washington, United States Blue Origin 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 mission is to make humanity a multi-planetary species, and we're looking for talented individuals to join our team.

Job Summary

We're seeking a skilled Navigation Software Engineer to join our Lunar Permanence team. As a key member of our team, you will contribute to the development of on-board navigation software for our crewed and uncrewed lunar vehicles. Your work will directly impact the history of space exploration and help us achieve our mission of having millions of people living and working in space.

Responsibilities
  • Develop optimal state estimation algorithms for inertial or relative navigation, culminating with their deployment onto a target platform for real-time execution
  • Contribute to the development and deployment of embedded navigation software, including sensor interfaces and telemetry management, using C/C++ and MATLAB/Simulink
  • Verify the navigation software implementation through open-loop and closed-loop Monte Carlo analysis as well as via unit testing
  • Collaborate in the development, implementation, and test of navigation algorithms for in LEO, translunar, rendezvous, de-orbit, descent, and landing phases of flight
  • Collaborate on the implementation of the processor-in-the-loop, software-in-the-loop and hardware-in-the-loop testing, on-vehicle functional testing, and flight testing
  • Contribute to the development and execution of component-level navigation test programs, including sensor characterization, sensor modeling, and integrated on-vehicle testing
Requirements
  • B.S. plus a M.S. or equivalent in aerospace engineering, or related technical field
  • Operational knowledge in the synthesis of state estimation algorithms and Kalman filters for navigation
  • Experience with build systems, version control, and testing methodologies
  • Strong software development and design skills with emphasis in C++ and Simulink/MATLAB, including skills in debugging and performance optimization
  • Operational knowledge of inertial and relative navigation sensors
  • Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion
Preferred Qualifications
  • Ph.D. or equivalent in aerospace engineering, or related technical field
  • Experience in the development, implementation, and test of navigation algorithms for spacecraft navigation
  • Experience or research with hardware and software integration and testing, including experience with sensor device drivers and I/O
  • Experience in verification and test of embedded software and systems
  • Experience or research in vehicle rendezvous and proximity operations, ascent/descent navigation, or terrain relative nav
Benefits

We offer 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, and dedicated work force. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members.

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