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MK1 HW/SW Integration and Test Automation Engineer Verified today

Blue Origin · Seattle, WA · Production · first seen 2026-09-03
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About the Role

As part of the Lunar Permanence business unit, you will build and maintain automated test infrastructure for hardware/software integration of the MK1 Lunar Lander. You will develop harnesses, simulator interfaces, and automated test execution that enable integration campaigns to run reliably and repeatably in the Vehicle Test Bed (VTB) and Software Integration Lab (SIL) across multiple MK1 vehicle configurations.

Responsibilities

  • Design, build, and maintain automated test frameworks for HW/SW integration testing in the VTB/HIL and SIL
  • Develop and maintain hardware-in-the-loop interfaces, including simulator to hardware signal paths and data acquisition
  • Automate test execution, data collection, and post-test data reduction so campaigns run repeatably across multiple vehicle configurations
  • Integrate automated tests into the CI pipeline; develop post-run invariants and checks that catch regressions early
  • Partner with integration engineers to translate test plans into automated, reusable test cases and scenario overrides
  • Support VTB/HIL infrastructure bring-up, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement
  • Maintain configuration control of test scripts, tooling, and infrastructure artifacts
  • Investigate and resolve test infrastructure anomalies, driving root cause and corrective actions to closure

Minimum Qualifications

  • B.S. degree in computer science, electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, systems engineering, or related technical field
  • 4+ years of experience in test automation, software development, or HW/SW integration for complex avionics or embedded systems
  • Proficiency in Python and scripting for test automation and data analysis
  • Experience with hardware-in-the-loop test environments, real-time systems, or data acquisition systems
  • Familiarity with software interfaces and protocols common to avionics (e.g., Ethernet, serial, CAN, MIL-STD-1553)
  • Strong problem investigation and debugging skills in an integrated lab environment
  • Solid understanding of configuration management and version control principles
  • Ability to earn trust and maintain positive and professional relationships
  • 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

Preferred Qualifications

  • M.S. degree in computer science, electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, systems engineering, or related technical field
  • Experience building HIL or SIL test frameworks for avionics verification
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automated regression testing
  • Experience with simulation environments and scenario-based testing
  • Experience integrating propulsion or engine control systems in an integrated lab environment
  • Experience on a development spaceflight program

Compensation and Location

Base pay range for WA applicants: $121,023.00 - $169,432.20. Other site ranges may differ.

This position requires on-site work at Renton, WA.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance
  • Paid parental leave, short and long-term disability
  • 401(k) with company match of up to 5%
  • Education Support Program
  • Stock options for all regular employees (20+ hours/week)
  • Paid Time Off: up to 4 weeks per year and up to 14 company-paid holidays
  • Eligibility for bonuses based on role type and job level