Embedded Software Engineer III - Glenn Avionics
Listed on 2026-05-30
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Engineering
Software Engineer, Embedded Software Engineer, Systems Engineer, Aerospace / Aviation / Avionics
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 supports the development and operations of New Glenn, a single-configuration, heavy-lift orbital launch vehicle capable of routinely carrying people and payloads to low-Earth orbit, geostationary transfer orbit, cislunar, and beyond. Its first stage is fully reusable, and the vehicle was designed from the beginning to be human-capable.
As part of a hardworking team of engineers, you will develop flight software and tools for various spaceflight systems. You will share in the team's impact on all aspects of safety-critical real‑time embedded software development. Working in the New Glenn Avionics Software organization, you will be part of the world‑class team responsible for creating the software that will enable New Glenn to carry people and payloads routinely to Earth orbit and beyond.
You will work on vehicle avionics and ground systems and be responsible for requirements, design, implementation, integration and testing of various software components and tools critical for the success of New Glenn's mission. If relocating to one of the approved Blue Origin sites, we offer relocation assistance!
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!
Minimum Qualifications- B.S. degree in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, aerospace engineering or related subject area.
- 5+ years of experience writing software in C, C++, and Python.
- 2+ years of experience in embedded software, kernel development, BSPs or other systems software components.
- Solid understanding of operating systems and network protocols fundamentals.
- M.S. degree in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, aerospace engineering or related field.
- Experience with real-time operating systems.
- Experience with safety-critical software development in aerospace, automotive or other industries.
- Experience developing software that interfaces directly with hardware components and programmable logic.
Compensation Range for: CO applicants is $ - $ WA applicants is $ - $
Other site ranges may differ
Benefits- 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.
Employment Opportunity
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