Software Operations Engineer - III

Blue Origin

Full-time - Mid Level

Transportation Equipment Manufacturing

About the position

The Software Operations Engineer - III at Blue Origin plays a crucial role in maintaining and operating software systems that support the New Glenn Launch Program. This position involves working with mission-critical test equipment software applications in rocket launch environments, ensuring systems readiness for safe and successful operations. The engineer will collaborate within a cross-functional team to manage software applications, troubleshoot issues, and develop documentation, all while contributing to the company's vision of enabling millions of people to live and work in space.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and operate mission critical test equipment software applications supporting real-time telemetry and configuration of ground/vehicle systems in rocket launch environments.
• Manage & troubleshoot test equipment software applications at the launch pad and in a maritime environment in support of all phases of launch & landing operations, ensuring systems readiness and mission capabilities.
• Establish and run procedures for verification of requirements and specifications against selected test equipment software applications through bench, integrated systems, and field testing to ensure interoperability and functionality.
• Develop and maintain configuration control and inventory of test equipment software application Git repositories.
• Create detailed documentation, including functional and logical diagrams, for mission test equipment software applications.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in electrical, computer, aerospace engineering or a related field.
• 5+ years of software development, integration, systems operation, or testing.
• Experience with high reliability mission critical software operations.
• Experience with GIT repository management.
• Experience with Python.
• Experience with Rockwell Studio 5000.
• Experience with Linux Operating Systems and Scripting.
• Experience with IP networking and troubleshooting tools.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a highly diversified team.
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with launch vehicle, aircraft, or spacecraft integration and test.
• Experience with Java Script, HTML/CSS, SQL, C/C++, Qt Modeling Language, MATLAB.
• Experience with Software Requirements Development.
• Experience with Allen-Bradley PLC System Architecture and Programming.
• Experience programming, debugging, and troubleshooting PLC systems.
• Experience in Microsoft Visio and Windchill PDM systems.
• Familiarity with sensors including linear variable differential transformers, resistance temperature detectors, thermocouples, pressure transducers, and resolvers.
• Knowledge of Software Architectural Development and Design Patterns and Modeling.
• Active or eligible for National Security Clearance SSBI.

Benefits

• 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%
• 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
• Discretionary bonus designed to reward individual contributions and allow employees to share in company results.