Blueorigin

Embedded Software & Firmware Technical Program Manager - Core Avionics

Greater Seattle Area

Work authorization required$198k-$277kDetected 6 days ago

CI/CDDevOpsProject ManagementAgileCadenceEmbedded SystemsAvionicsEMI/EMCDO-178DO-254Electrical EngineeringHardware DesignControlsLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationPrimavera P6

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!
You will assist communicating status, risks & opportunities, variances, and recovery plans to engineering and program management.

Responsibilities

Maintain the team's operating cadence through communication to stakeholders, management of key performance indicators and project meetings to report key performance metrics (technical, cost, schedule, and risk) for firmware and embedded software development
Performs scrum master role for firmware and embedded software teams following agile development methods, including defining and executing team sprints
Supports team representation in agile product planning sessions and release planning activities
Maintain an integrated management schedule factoring in dependencies and deliverables across the Lunar program for the embedded software and firmware scope
Lead tiger teams for critical firmware issues and integration challenges
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.
This role is part of the Lunar Permanence business unit, which develops Blue Origin's Blue Moon landers and related products.
You will play a key role in developing the Lunar Transportation system that will return humans to the Moon and extend human presence permanently beyond the bounds of Earth.

Requirements

B.A. or B.S. degree or equivalent experience in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical disciplines
3+ years of experience in technical program management managing integrated firmware, embedded software, and hardware engineering development projects, managing requirements, priorities, scope, schedule, and cost
3+ years working directly with hardware integration teams or suppliers in the execution of firmware deployment, hardware-software integration, or embedded systems development
5+ years working directly with firmware and embedded software engineering teams in bringing integrated hardware-software products from concept to production
Experience with Agile or Scaled Agile, MS Project, P6 Primavera, or similar project management tools
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment while regularly providing imaginative and detailed technical solutions to complex embedded systems problems
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

Nice to have

Master's Degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or MBA
7+ years working directly with firmware and/or embedded software engineering teams in bringing integrated hardware-software products from concept to production
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
Experience with DO-178C, DO-254 and other relevant certification standards for safety-critical embedded systems
Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS) and flight software development
Knowledge of embedded software testing, verification, and validation processes
Experience with version control systems, continuous integration, and DevOps practices for embedded systems
5+ years of experience in technical program management managing complex integrated firmware, embedded software, and hardware engineering development projects, managing requirements, priorities, scope, schedule, and cost

Compensation

WA applicants is $197,529.00 - $276,539.55

Benefits

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.
To further Blue Origin's mission of millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth, we are building sustainable infrastructure for our transport of crew and cargo from Earth to the lunar surface.
Passion for our mission and vision is required!
Generate boards/tools necessary for project and product health to Lunar Product Engineering, including data for Weekly Business Reviews (WBR) and Lunar Program Weekly Review and Program Management Reviews (PMRs)

Company info

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

Equal 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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