Blueorigin

Senior Embedded Software Engineer - Navigation

Greater Seattle Area · Senior

Work authorization required$198k-$277kDetected 5 days ago

RustC++CI/CDLinuxFPGAEmbedded SystemsDO-178Aerospace EngineeringElectrical EngineeringSensorsControlsTCP/IPLeadershipCommunicationCollaboration

About the role

Application close date: Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.
Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!
Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification.

Architect, develop, verify, and deliver embedded software for Blue Origin navigation systems
Support integration and test activities including hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) and software-in-the-loop (SIL) testing
Participate in design reviews with a focus on software design and requirement allocation between hardware and software
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.
We're working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion.
The team fosters innovation and drives engineering workflows of the future, shared solutions and standards, simplicity and lower costs, and manufacturable design.
You will support navigation system flight qualification and be responsible for requirements, design, implementation, integration, and testing of software used in safety-critical real - time avionics.

Bachelor's degree in computer engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, aerospace engineering or related subject area
Strong proficiency in C/C++/Rust programming for embedded systems
Experience with microcontroller peripherals (ADC, DAC, I2C, SPI, UART, Spacewire, etc.) and networking (UDP, TCP/IP)
Experience with profiling and performance optimization
Experience with Linux development environments, scripting, version control systems, and CI/CD pipelines
Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.
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.
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

Master's degree in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, aerospace engineering or related subject area
Successful candidates typically have 8+ years of software engineering experience
Experience with FPGA development and verification
Experience with hardware-in-the-loop testing
Experience with navigation sensor integration and testing
Experience with board bring-up and test equipment such as a signal generators, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers
WA applicants is $197,529.00 - $276,539.55
Other site ranges may differ

Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
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.
Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation.
At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth.
This role is part of Advanced Concepts and Enterprise Engineering (ACE), supporting Blue Origin's mission of millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth.
Passion for our mission and vision is required!

We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight.

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.

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