Avionics Software Engineer II; Engines

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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 is part of the Blue Origin Engines business unit, where our focus is the design, development, manufacturing, and testing of engines and propulsion systems. Built for multiple uses, our family of engines is powering the next generation of rockets for commercial, civil, national security, and human spaceflight.

As part of Embedded Software team, you will participate in the development and verification of avionics software components on Blue Origin rocket engines. You will share in the team's impact on all aspects of reusable, safety‑critical component development and delivery. This hands‑on position requires experience in developing, validating, and verifying safety embedded systems. Together, our teams deliver the embedded software that monitors and controls fully autonomous rocket engines.

We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

As a Software Engineer L2, you will have hands on development responsibility to build and test real‑time embedded software that controls rocket engines for human capable spacecraft. In this role, you will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and participate deeply in all aspects of software development lifecycle (including developing verifiable requirements, defining software architecture and design, developing code, unit testing and integration of the software).

• B.S. degree or higher in computer engineering, electrical engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics, aerospace, or related field.
• 2+ years of hands‑on experience developing and testing real‑time embedded systems, including C/C++, Python, and experience with Git and Gitlab.
• Proficiency in debugging techniques at the software/hardware boundary, designing APIs and interfaces, and familiarity with serial communications and networking protocols (TCP/IP).
• Experience in developing tools and utilities, working in Agile methodologies, and interfacing with sensors and actuators.
• Strong multitasking ability and commitment to problem‑solving, with the aptitude to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion.
• 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.

• Familiarity with embedded avionics software, software requirements, safety‑critical software systems.
• Knowledge of software standards, UML, Rust, and Dev Ops.

Base Pay Range for WA applicants is $ - $.

Other site ranges may differ.

• 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.
• Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week).
• 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.

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