Software Configuration Engineer III - Lunar Permanence
Listed on 2026-02-27
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Engineering
Software Engineer, Systems Engineer
Salary range updated, see changes below.
Application close date:
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 Lunar Permanence business unit, which develops Blue Origin's Blue Moon landers and related products.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.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop, implement, and maintain configuration management processes and procedures to ensure compliance with industry standards (AS9100, DO-178, DO-254) and company policies
- Manage and control product configurations across the software development lifecycle, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and consistency of all software baselines
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, manufacturing, software quality assurance, and Safety and Mission Assurance (SMA), to integrate configuration management best practices into program activities
- Create and maintain configuration management plans, procedures, and documentation to support evolving program requirements
- Conduct Software CCBs, configuration audits and assessments, verify compliance, and implement corrective actions
- Provide technical guidance to software development teams on configuration management topics, software builds
- Participate in program milestone reviews (design reviews, test reviews, production readiness reviews) to ensure configuration management considerations are addressed and documented
Minimum Qualifications:
- BS degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a STEM field
- Minimum of 5 years of relevant software configuration management experience
- Hands-on experience with version control systems and change management/agile planning tools
- Demonstrated proficiency in software configuration management technologies, information technology, development/scripting and software build management
- Working knowledge of Windows and Unix/Linux operating systems
- Proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
Desired:
- Understanding of Software Configuration Management principles, concepts, processes, and implementation in Aerospace or Aviation domains
- Familiarity with software industry best practices CMMI, AS9100, DO-178, and DO-254 standards
- Experience with SWCM tools such as Git Lab, Artifactory, Jira, Confluence, Jama, Windchill, IBM Rational Clear Case, Synergy, and Jenkins
- Proficiency in scripting languages Perl, Shell, Batch, Python, Ruby, or YAML
- Experience in implementing CI/CD pipelines, Git Flow workflows, Dev Ops and Agile methodologies
- Database administration and SWCM tool administration experience
- Strong problem-solving capabilities with a track record of documenting solutions and sharing knowledge
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated ability to collaborate across organizational boundaries
Compensation Range for:
CO applicants is $ - $WA applicants is $ - $Other site ranges may differ
Culture Statement
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