Avionics Software Engineer II – Engines

Responsibilities

• Participate in the development and verification of avionics software components on Blue Origin rocket engines.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and participate deeply in all aspects of the software development lifecycle.
• Build and test real‑time embedded software that controls rocket engines for human‑capable spacecraft.
• Develop verifiable requirements, define software architecture and design, develop code, unit test and integrate 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.