Senior Software Systems Engineer – Lunar Permanence

BLUE ORIGIN

Software Systems Engineer developing avionics software for lunar lander projects within Blue Origin. Collaborating across engineering teams to ensure safety and integration of systems for lunar missions.

Posted 7/16/2026full-timeGreater Seattle Area • Colorado, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $155,713 - $217,997 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in software requirements development, verification planning, and safety-critical software processes, with a strong focus on collaboration across systems and software disciplines. Proven ability to mentor teams and manage hardware-software integration in aerospace environments.

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Software Requirements DevelopmentSafety-Critical Software CertificationVerification Plans and Test CasesCross-Functional Team LeadershipSpacecraft Design and Operations

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Hard Skills

Software Architecture ReviewSoftware Design ReviewFault Management DesignSafety-Critical Software DevelopmentVerification Events Management

Soft Skills

MentoringTeam GuidanceRelationship BuildingCultural Inclusion

Certifications & Qualifications

NPR 7150.2DDO-178

Industry Keywords

Avionics ComponentsSystems EngineeringHardware-Software IntegrationAerospace EngineeringMission Design

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work with systems engineers, hardware responsible engineers, developers, and program managers to define software requirements for avionics components.
Train, guide, and mentor team members on software systems engineering best practices.
Set direction and goals for the team regarding the development of requirements, verification events, and test cases.
Manage hardware-software integration problems and work across vehicle and mission design teams.
Deeply understand the safety-critical software development process and ensure that software behavior is properly captured to ensure a safe mission.

Requirements

What you’ll need

B.S. or higher degree in computer science, computer engineering, aerospace engineering, or related field or equivalent experience.
8 years professional experience minimum.
Experience in developing software requirements, verification plans, and test cases.
Experience reviewing software architecture, design, and code.
Experience working across systems and software disciplines, leading cross functional groups.
Experience in spacecraft design and operations.
Experience with safety critical software and software certification per NPR 7150.2D, DO-178, or related standard.
Experience with fault management design.
Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion.
Must 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.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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, 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 company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion.