Training Systems & Simulation Engineer Lunar Mission Operations 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!This role is part of the Lunar Permanence business unit which develops Blue Origins Blue Moon landers and related products. To further Blue Origins 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.The Mission Operations Training Team in Blue Origins Lunar Permanence program is looking for a new member to help with our charter to train Flight Controllers Astronauts and other Mission Team members to land and operate the next generation of hardware on the lunar surface. To do this we need a team of multi-talented professionals who can wear multiple hats and work at a high pace having an outsized impact on the lunar program. The teams area of responsibility spans architecting the Training Simulation architecture to astronaut training mockup design and building to instructional design for training classes and hosting/conducting the training itself. As a Training Systems and Simulation Engineer we are looking for someone who is excited by the idea of soldering a board for a flight simulator one day to writing code for a raspberry pi the next and coordinating subject matter expert inputs for a new sim model the day after that. The team will look to leverage your experience in software and/or custom hardware/software interfaces to help build the next generation of training systems and simulators for Lunar Missions.Special Mentions:Relocation may be providedTravel expected up to 25% of the timeInterviews will include a technical assessmentResponsibilities include but are not limited to:Turn vision from training team leaders into reality through hardware/software implementationTest and assemble hardware training aids ranging from audio & visual equipment to server racks to piloting stations and moreManage testing and training assets that simulate astronaut interfaces to lunar landersAssist in developing astronaut training lessons using hardware and software you developLead software and hardware projects from ideation through development and implementationAssist in architecting distributed simulation software across multiple spacecraft and with NASA simulationsHelp design innovative new tools and systems to aid in the training of astronauts and mission team membersMinimum Qualifications:Minimum of BS degree in Mechanical Engineering Electrical Engineering Aerospace Engineering Physics Applied Mathematics or Computer Science.Total of at least 3 years relevant full-time engineering experienceWillingness to quickly learn new skills and gain experience with a wide range of technical tasks including hardware software and process designExperience in electronics or test hardware engineering (Ability to read and understand detailed electronic schematics)Experience using microcontrollers or SOC devices (Raspberry Pis Arduino etc.)Software development in C/C Python Java Rust etc.Highly organized with demonstrated ability to plan and direct complex technical work.Preferred Qualifications:5 years of relevant hardware or software experience (Python C/C MATLAB).Experience provisioning and managing AWS cloud resources.Demonstrated experience with development and maintenance of flight system simulations/simulators.Experience with real-time distributed simulator networking.Hands-on development with:IEEE 1516-2010 High Level Architecture (HLA)SISO-STDSpaceFOMPitch Technologies Run Time InfrastructureExperience with containerizing applications with Docker and container orchestration with Docker Compose.Experience with testing frameworks and CI pipelines (e.g. GitLab).Experience with configuration management and Infrastructure as Code (IaC).Strong debugging skills at the intersection of software and hardware; understanding of software verification best practices.Experience with NASA Mission Training Systems and integration requirements.Experience working with graphics rendering applications.Familiarity with cloud-native microservices architectures and inter-process communication.Experience using microcontrollers and system-on-chips (SOCs) for autonomous and Internet of Things (IoT) applications.Experience with Linux environment system administration activities.Experience Training flight controllers or astronautsExperience designing or building training mockups or simulatorsExperience managing complex and unique human interface hardwareExperience with project planning or Engineering OperationsCompensation Range for:CO applicants is $135679.00-$189950.25;WA applicants is $148014.00-$207218.55Other 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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