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Firmware/Software Engineer - Optical Communications - TeraWave
Job in
Los Angeles, Los Angeles County, California, 90079, USA
Listed on 2026-02-16
Listing for:
Blue Origin LLC
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-02-16
Job specializations:
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Energy/Power Generation
Aerospace / Aviation / Avionics
Job Description & How to Apply Below
We are seeking a Firmware/Software Engineer to design, implement, and validate embedded control software for fiber/laser amplifier modules used in space optical communication links. You'll own lowlevel drivers, control loops, telemetry, and fault management from prototype bringup through qualification and production, partnering closely with photonics, electrical, and test engineers.
** Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
** Ensure software quality: requirements and ICDs, code reviews, unit/integration testing, static analysis, and CI workflows
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* Minimum Qualifications:
** 5+ years of embedded firmware experience delivering production hardware (MCU/SoC) with C/C++ Proficiency with lowlevel peripherals (ADC/DAC, I2C/SPI/UART, timers/PWM) and board bringup
Experience authoring requirements, ICDs, and test plans; strong debugging skills with lab instruments (scope, logic analyzer, power supplies)
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* Preferred Qualifications:
** Experience controlling laser/optical amplifier subsystems (pump drivers, photodiode feedback, TECs and safety interlocks) and related calibration
Experience with test automation and data processing; familiarity with PyVISA/SCPI and HIL frameworks
Interface experience with system buses used in aerospace work with world-class engineers in a collaborative environment where innovation is mission success. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to push the boundaries of
* 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 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.
Blue Origin was founded with a vision to enable a future where millions of people are living and working in space to benefit Earth. In order to preserve Earth, Blue Origin believes in the need to enable humanity to expand, explore, find new energy and material resources, and move industries that stress Earth into space. Blue Origin believes it has an important role in building a road to space and lowering the cost of getting there.
At Blue Origin, we’re working on this today by developing fully reusable launch vehicles and systems that are safe, reliable and affordable. Every launch vehicle is designed for human spaceflight from the beginning and able to ferry payloads to space.
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