Avionics / Embedded Software Engineer I

About the Role

Blue Origin envisions millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth, working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable space flight. Multiple positions are available and candidates will be matched with an appropriate engineering team based on skillset, experience, and business needs.

Primary Locations

• Kent, WA
• Los Angeles, CA

Key Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain software applications and their components.
• Involve aspects of applied software development, requirement analysis, code development, testing, collaboration, documentation, and system integration.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to build verification plans, frameworks, tools, and tests for safety-critical, real-time, embedded software supporting control and diagnostics of human-capable spacecraft for orbital and sub-orbital programs.
• Review and update software requirements and designs for verifiability.
• Write code to verify software for various embedded environments in C, C++, and Python.
• Design adversarial, requirements-based, automated tests.
• Develop tools and infrastructure to support efficient build, debugging, and deployment.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• BS Degree in computer engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, mathematics, physics, aerospace, or related field.
• Degree earned within the last year and able to start by Fall 2026.
• Software development skills, particularly in C/C++, Python, or C#/Java.
• Problem-solving and debugging skills, particularly in C/C++.
• Experience with formalized verification activities (Test cases, procedures, reports).
• Collaborative interactions with software development teams while maintaining objectivity and independence.
• Relevant internship/co-op and/or hands-on experience demonstrating development of technical skills and leadership qualities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team on rapid development programs.
• Flexible and adaptable mindset.
• Self-driven with the ability to seek out requirements with minimal direction.

Desired

• Advanced degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering.
• Experience with build, test, and deployment automation.
• Experience with and understanding of computer networking systems and protocols.
• Experience with distributed applications and safety-critical software development.
• Experience with Qt framework/QML.
• Experience with DevOps and Agile/Scrum.
• Working knowledge of configuration management and source code management systems.

Additional Information

• Experience in aerospace is not a requirement. Broad academic and industry experiences such as Tech, Oil & Gas, Nuclear, Automotive, and more are valued.
• Include internship, co-curricular, and research experience in your resume, along with relevant programming languages used.
• Include relevant coursework demonstrating preparation if a tool has not been used in a professional setting.

Base Pay Range

• CA applicants: $110,623.00 - $154,871.85
• WA applicants: $110,623.00 - $154,871.85
• Other site ranges may differ.

Export Control Regulations

Applicants must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Background Check

• Required for all positions: Blue’s Standard Background Check.
• Required for certain job profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS), Commercial Motor Vehicle operation regulations, ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential.

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.
• Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week).
• Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours.
• Up to 14 company-paid holidays.
• Eligibility for benefits and bonuses may depend on role type, job level, individual contributions, and company results. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and are subject to change.