Blueorigin

Embedded Software Engineer III

Los Angeles, CA · Mid

Work authorization required$165k-$231kDetected 2 days ago

PythonGitCI/CDEmbedded SystemsAvionicsRoboticsTest AutomationLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationActuators

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!
We aim to "Mine the Sky" through the development of practical In-Situ Resource Utilization (ISRU) solutions.

Lead efforts in coding, testing and validation of vehicle control software
Evaluate and identify improvements to system design with a specific focus on robust autonomy.
Collaborate with scientists, engineering managers, product management, and program management to drive new product development programs from concept to production.
Work with stakeholders to derive and own software system requirements and schedules.
Write requirements and specification documents.
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.
We search for technically brilliant individuals in engineering, software, and support fields who take ownership of their work, enjoy collaborating in teams, and have a laser focus on the details that drive excellence.
In this opportunity, you will develop embedded software for a remotely controlled rover.

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.
More than 3 years of hands-on experience in software development for PC or embedded platforms.
Experience crafting autonomous safety critical fault recovery code.
Proven experience crafting reliable software architectures for critical systems.
Familiarity with automated testing methodologies and continuous integration practices.
Familiarity reading circuit schematics and performing basic hardware debugging tasks.
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

Experience of operational control of a remotely controlled mission with large latencies
Experience with building and working with GDS or other C2 systems
Skilled in Python scripting.
Experienced in working with sensors and camera systems.
Proficiency in building maintainable and versatile multithreaded and multi-process applications in an RTOS environment.
CA applicants is $164,652.00 - $230,512.80
Other site ranges may differ
Culture Statement

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.
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.
Manage software field deployments and provide support on-site and remotely to customers.
At our Southern California location, we look to "Touch Life" by supporting planetary science, including every NASA Mars rover since Spirit and 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.

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