Lunar Lander Software Development Lead

6 days ago


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

We envision a future where millions of people live and work in space for the benefit of Earth. Our goal is to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion.

Salary: $150,000 - $200,000 per year

This role is part of our Lunar Transportation business unit, which develops Blue Origin's multiple Blue Moon lander product lines. To further Blue Origin's mission, we are building sustainable infrastructure for the transport of crew and cargo from Earth to the lunar surface.

Job Description:Synopsis

We are looking for an experienced software development lead to join our team responsible for designing, implementing, and verifying flight software that will fly on a lunar lander. As a key member of our team, you will contribute to the full life cycle of software and vehicle development, from conceptual architectures and requirements through vehicle integration, launch, and flight.

Responsibilities
  • Lead a flight software development team for the Mk1 Blue Moon Lunar Lander.
  • Contribute as a flight software developer to the embedded flight software.
  • Develop software requirements and architecture in coordination with systems engineering and subsystem owners.
  • Author unit tests, documentation, and participate in code reviews.
  • Coordinate the technical activities of the team developing vehicle and subsystem management applications.
  • Define, implement, and teach software development best practices.
Requirements
  • B.S. degree or equivalent in computer, aerospace, or electrical engineering or related field.
  • 6+ years of embedded software development and testing experience including multi-threaded programming and real-time systems, particularly in C/C++.
  • Demonstrated effective communication skills with program and executive leadership.
  • Proven experience in requirement derivation, implementation, and verification.
  • Familiarity with Agile and DevOps processes and culture.
  • Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion.
Preferred Qualifications
  • 2+ years of software development leadership experience.
  • 10+ years of software development experience for real-time embedded systems.
About the Position

This position requires commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable space flight. You will be a key member of a hardworking team of diverse specialists, technicians, and engineers responsible for designing, implementing, and verifying flight software that will fly on a lunar lander.



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