Sr. Avionics Software Engineer DevOps - New Glenn Stage 2

Blue Origin LLC

Seattle, WA

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JOB DETAILS

JOB TYPE

Full-time, Employee

SKILLS

Affirmative Action, Atlassian JIRA, Avionics, CDL Driver's License, Communication Skills, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Skills, Configuration Management, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Improvement, Continuous Integration, Cross-Functional, DevOps, Disability Accommodations, Docker, Documentation, Electrical Engineering, Federal Laws and Regulations, Genetics, Git, Hazardous Materials/Substances, Heavy Lifting, Interpersonal Skills, Java, JavaScript, Legal, Material Moving, Medical Records, Military, Onboarding, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Production Systems, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Rapid Application Development (RAD), Regulations, Road Tests, Safety Training, Scripting (Scripting Languages), Software Development, Software Engineering, Source Code/Configuration Management (SCM), Space Operations, State Laws and Regulations, System Integration (SI), System Operations, Systems Engineering, Team Player, Technical/Engineering Design, Testing, Time Management, Wheel/Front-End Loader, Windchill PLM Software, Writing Skills

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!

This role supports the development and operations of New Glenn, a single-configuration, heavy-lift orbital launch vehicle capable of routinely carrying people and payloads to low-Earth orbit, geostationary transfer orbit, cislunar, and beyond. Its first stage is fully reusable, and the vehicle was designed from the beginning to be human-capable.

Within a small, passionate, and accomplished team of experts, you will craft, build, and continuously improve the state-of-the-art Avionics Operations Integrator software system. This system helps us launch and land rockets better, faster, and cheaper. Together, our team develops the software and tools that enable us to test and fly our vehicles. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your dedicated commitment and detailed attention toward safe and repeatable spaceflight. This role is open to be filled either in our Kent, WA or Merritt Island, FL offices.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Write high-quality, efficient, and maintainable code in languages like Java, Python, and Javascript
Use ClaudeAI (or equivalent) to develop new and maintain Agents used to produce safety critical test and launch operations inputs from engineering design data.
Collaborate with the Engineering Data Systems Team to ensure continuity across all Avionics data products
Collaborate with multi-functional partners (Systems Engineering, Operations, and Integrated Test) to refine requirements and deliver working solutions.
Implement containerization and orchestration technologies via services like git/Docker
Maintain comprehensive documentation of tools and processes
Develop/Use and help maintain CI/CD pipelines; support regular, reliable deployments.
Timely delivery of safety critical requirements and operator console data products

Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
6+ years of proven experience writing software and deploying it to a production environment
Working proficiency in coding languages such as Python, Java, ClaudeAI
Ability to work independently and as part of a team on rapid development programs
High-judgement individual with the ability to undertake large and complex technical projects
Good written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skill
Experience with software tools such as JIRA, DOORS, Python, GIT, Confluence, and Windchill Strong written and verbal communication skills for clear documentation and cross-team collaboration
Strong understanding of Software Reliability (DO-178/DO-330) Practices

Preferred Qualifications:
M.S. degree or relevant experience in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, or related field
Experience with Windows, Linux, Jenkins, Docker, compiler toolchains, database systems, object oriented. and scripting programming languages
Experience with Model Based Development
Experience with desktop applications, real-time embedded applications, and safety-critical software development
Experience with and understanding of computer networking systems and protocols
Experience with application performance monitoring and analysis
Experience with instrumentation and control systems
Experience with space vehicle launch operations
Solid understanding of configuration management and source code management system

Compensation Range for:
CO applicants is $90,934.00 - $127,307.25
WA applicants is $99,201.00 - $138,880.35

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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