Flight Software Engineer III (Top Secret / Sensitive Compartmented Information C

Blue Origin LLC

Seattle, WA

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JOB DETAILS

JOB TYPE

Full-time, Employee

SKILLS

Aerospace and Defense, Affirmative Action, Agile Programming Methodologies, Avionics, C Programming Language, C++ Programming Language, CDL Driver's License, Communication Skills, DevOps, Disability Accommodations, Electrical Engineering, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Ethernet, Fault Management, Federal Laws and Regulations, Genetics, Hazardous Materials/Substances, IP (Internet Protocol), Leadership, Legal, Manufacturing Operations, Material Moving, Medical Records, Military, Multithreaded Programming, Network Protocols, Onboarding, Open Systems Interconnection (OSI), Operational Strategy, Problem Solving Skills, Realtime Operating System, Realtime Programming, Regulations, Requirements Management, Road Tests, Satellite Operations, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), Sequencers, Software Development, Software Engineering, Software Testing, State Laws and Regulations, System Integration (SI), System Operations, Systems Analysis, TCP (Transmission Control Protocol), Team Lead/Manager, Testing, Top Secret Clearance, Transportation Modeling, UDP (User Datagram Protocol)

LOCATION

Seattle, WA

POSTED

30+ days ago

Application close date:
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We're working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!

The role is part of the In-Space Systems business unit, which is focused on addressing two of the most compelling challenges in spaceflight today: space infrastructure and increasing mobility on-orbit.

As part of a hardworking team of engineers, as a Flight Software Engineer, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the development, manufacturing, and operation of satellite systems, and play a key role in enabling Blue Origin's vision of millions of people living and working in space.

As a member of our team, you will play a crucial role in developing flight software for upcoming Blue Ring uncrewed spacecraft. You will collaborate with a broad group of engineers to establish requirements, lead team tasks, and build and evaluate real-time software using C/C++ techniques. Your efforts will directly influence the effective development and operation of multiple satellites, and you will have the chance to guide and encourage fellow software team members.

Special Mentions:

Relocation assistance provided
Top Secret / Sensitive Compartmented Information required to start

Qualifications:

B.S. degree in computer, aerospace, or electrical engineering or related field

5+ years of embedded software development and testing experience including multi-threaded programming and real-time systems, particularly in C/C++

Effective communication skills with program and executive leadership.

Proven experience developing software to meet requirements

Familiarity with Agile and DevOps processes and culture

Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships

Active Top Secret (TS)

Desired:

8+ years of software development experience for real-time embedded systems This includes system design and analysis, requirement development, software implementation and verification, system integration, and qualification.

Experience with spacecraft development and operations, such as proposals, system definition, design, production, integration, verification, on-orbit checkout, mission operations, and anomaly resolution.

Experience working on multi-component, sophisticated avionics for spacecraft, aircraft, of similar systems.

Experience in autonomy, sequencers, state machines, and/or fault management by applying NPR 7150.2, DO-178, or other critical software standards.

Understanding of spacecraft operations, subsystem functions, and their interfaces and common interactions

Experience with Embedded Linux or equivalent real time operating systems.

Familiarity with embedded avionics networking, including OSI model, transport/data link layers, Ethernet, IP, UDP/TCP/SCTP, CCSDS or other Radio networking protocols

Compensation Range for:
WA applicants is $164,652.00 - $230,512.80

Other site ranges may differ

Culture Statement

Don't meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Export Control Regulations

Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S.as a refugee or granted asylum.

Background Check

Required for all positions: Blue's Standard Background Check

Required for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation

Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing (CDL drivers only), vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training.

Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical

Benefits

Benefits include: 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.

Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.

Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.

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 and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on "Know Your Rights," please see here.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin's Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us atEEOCompliance@blueorigin.com. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.

California Applicant Privacy Notice

If you are a California resident, please reference the CA Applicant Privacy Notice here.

ITAR Requirements

To conform to U.S. Government commercial space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3), applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, lawfully admitted for permanent residence into the U.S. (i.e. current green card holder), or lawfully admitted as a refugee or granted asylum under 8 U.S.C. § 1157-1158. Learn more about the ITAR here.

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. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. 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. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For more information on “EEO Is the Law,” please see here and here.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation
Applicants wishing to view a copy of Blue Origin’s Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at EEOCompliance@blueorigin.com.

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