Space Mobility Flight Dynamics System Software Architect, Blue Origin, Reston, VA


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Reston, VA, US
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Space Mobility Flight Dynamics System Software Architect

Job description

We are a diverse team of collaborators, doers, and problem-solvers who are relentlessly committed to a culture of safety. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable space flight. Join us in lowering the cost of access to space and enabling Blue Origin s vision of millions of people living and working in space to benefit Earth.As part of a small, hardworking, and accomplished team of Mission Systems and Flight Operations Engineers, you will work closely with space vehicle and ground subsystem teams, leading and performing tasks throughout the full system lifecycle. You will share in the team s impact on all aspects of the mission operations concept, mission analysis and planning, flight planning, ground data systems, and tools used to operate advanced spaceflight vehicles.You will enjoy a fast-paced dynamic environment, contributing innovative solutions, while demonstrating personal leadership, technical competence, and attention to detail. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your dedicated commitment and detailed attention towards safe and reliable spaceflight.We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and dedication to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required! Responsibilities

Refine software architecture, and lead software implementation of flight dynamics capabilities for a cutting-edge satellite management system, capable of operating a large constellation of vehicles with a small team.Guide the development and implementation of mission operation software and ground system infrastructure in the AWS Cloud.Lead the Flight Dynamics System software build automation, continuous integration, configuration management, verification, and deployment.Assist the operations team in creating operations products (procedures, documentation etc.) that support the flight dynamics aspects of mission operations, including interfaces between Command & Control, Mission Planning and Ground Station Antenna Systems.Develop and integrate software components, including performing unit-level and system-level tests as part of the Ground System Verification & Validation process.Manage a complex variety of needs, constraints, and tasks from mission stakeholders, including engineers representing flight vehicle systems, ground software engineers, flight operations, customers, and program management.Support mission control software operations responsibilities (maintenance, flaw correction, improvements) during operator training; ground data system verification, validation, and certification; spacecraft integration; and flight.Collaborate with the training team to plan training simulations and other training activities.Qualifications

Experience in one or more of the following: Java, Python, JavaScript, C, or C++Experience with Agile software development processesExpertise with modern software development practicesExperience in the development of mission operation and ground system software and infrastructureB.S. in computer science, aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, physics or related technical fieldKnowledge of software defined networking (VPC, Subnets, Firewalls, VPNs, etc.)Knowledge of containerization technologies (such as Docker) and orchestration platforms (such as Kubernetes)Strong understanding of the principles and methods of engineering complex systemsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsAbility to work collaboratively in a fast paced, dynamic work environmentAbility to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusionMust 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.Desired

M.S. in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, computer science, physics or related technical fieldExperience with requirements definition and management, preferably using DOORS Next GenerationFamiliarity with system safety analyses techniques including Functional Hazard Assessments (FHA), Failure Modes, Effects and Criticality Analyses (FMECA), and Fault Tree Analysis (FTA)Experience with collaboration tools such as Confluence and JIRAFamiliarity with version control, preferably GitExperience with configuration and product data management tools, preferably WindchillExperience in cloud infrastructure deployment and software orchestrationCompensation range for on site CO applicants is $150,543-$220,797Compensation range for on site WA applicants is $163,725-$240,130Compensation range for on site CA applicants is $163,725-$240,130 Other Site Ranges May Differ

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Applicants 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 U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum. Equal Employment Opportunity Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For more information on EEO Is the Law, please see here and here.Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Washington Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin s Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at ...@blueorigin.com. Benefits Employee Benefits include: Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave (must be employed at time of birth or adoption), short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program available after 1 year of service.Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays for all regular employees (including part-time), fixed-term, and interns.Discretionary bonus: Employees may be eligible for discretionary bonuses in addition to base pay. Bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.#J-18808-Ljbffr


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