Ground Software Engineer II Blue Ring at Blue Origin

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. Were 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!The role is part of the In-Space Systems business unit which is focused on addressing two of the most compelling challenges in spaceflight today: space infrastructure and increasing mobility on-orbit.As part of a hardworking team of engineers and mission operators you will work closely with space vehicle and ground system teams to develop test deploy software for critical functions like activity planning commanding telemetry monitoring visualization and training.As a Ground Software Engineer you will also help develop integrate and test the software required for the Blue Ring Mission Operations Center used to fly on-orbit vehicles. Join us in enabling Blue Origins vision of millions of people living and working in space to benefit earth - passion for our mission is required!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!Special Mentions:Relocation providedInterviews will include a technical assessmentResponsibilities include but are not limited to:Design implement test verify and deploy mission operations software systems ensuring the success of the overall Ground System (hardware/software) supporting Blue Origin space mission operations.Work with multiple teams including engineers from fields like flight vehicle systems mission control infrastructure operations subject areas and customers to define software requirements architectures and designs.Develop rapid prototypes to prove out concepts and quantify technical risks.Coordinate with systems infrastructure and system engineers to plan develop and verify to ensure software products meet requirements and safety-critical standards.Produce user documentation for software architecture design verification plans user manual and training material.Follow software development processes that meet Blue Origin and customer-required standards to ensure software safety and reliability.Support frequent update cycles in support of pre-flight testing mission validation exercises and operations training events.Support mission control software operations responsibilities (maintenance defect correction improvements) during operator training; ground data system verification validation and certification; spacecraft integration; and flight.Integrate software components develop and run unit-level and system-level tests validate using Software-in-the-Loop and Hardware-in-the-Loop simulators and release certified code.Support in developing materials for software design verification plans user manuals and training.Minimum Qualifications:Active Top Secret Clearance requiredB.S. or higher degree in computer engineering electrical engineering computer science mathematics physics aerospace engineering or related field or equivalent experience2 years of software development experienceExperience in software engineering over the course of the full lifecycle of software development including system design and analysis requirement capture and development software implementation and verification system integration qualification and release.Experience in software build automation continuous integration configuration management verification and deploymentDemonstrated software development skills in multiple software languages with ability to implement in the language most appropriate to the problem-domainFamiliarity with Linux environment and comfortable with basic Unix system administration activities.Ability to earn trust and maintain positive and professional relationships.Preferred Qualifications:Experience designing and developing ground software for space flight operations.Expertise developing complex application in PythonExperience with REST Kafka GRPC web development and/or database development and interfaces.Experience with Infrastructure as Code and Cloud TechnologiesFamiliarity developing software systems for one or more of the following applications and technologies:Telemetry data processing fault monitoring flight dynamicsMission activity planning and schedulingExperience with spacecraft subsystems and associated subsystem software.Compensation Range for:WA applicants is $121323.00-$169852.20Other site ranges may differCulture StatementDont meet all desired requirements Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace so if youre excited about this role but your past experience doesnt align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.Export Control RegulationsApplicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder) or lawfully admitted into the a refugee or granted asylum.Background CheckRequired for all positions: Blues Standard Background CheckRequired for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installationRequired 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 10001 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 physicalBenefitsBenefits 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 companys intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the companys results or other factors at the companys sole discretion. 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