Senior Ground Systems Engineer - Blue Ring (TS/SCI Required) Verified today

About the role

As a Senior Ground Systems Engineer in the In-Space Systems business unit, you will design, develop, integrate, and maintain ground systems that advance Blue Origin's on-orbit capabilities. You'll work across the full software development lifecycle, from requirements analysis through deployment and maintenance, ensuring all systems meet security and regulatory compliance standards including TS/SCI requirements.

What you'll do

• Design, develop, integrate, and maintain ground systems advancing capabilities to support National Space Superiority initiatives
• Collaborate with multi-functional teams to capture requirements, define systems architecture, and develop detailed system design specifications
• Develop software solutions ensuring compliance with relevant security policies and standards
• Conduct system-level testing, problem-solving, and performance optimization to ensure robust and reliable operation of ground systems
• Support the full software development lifecycle, including requirements analysis, design, coding, testing, documentation, and maintenance
• Share technical expertise and mentorship on ground systems engineering standard methodologies, including security, scalability, and maintainability
• Ensure all ground systems deployments meet or exceed regulatory and security compliance requirements, including those mandated by the TS/SCI clearance level
• Document system configurations, procedures, and processes; provide training and support to operational teams as required
• Engage with external customers, including government agencies and contractors, to align ground systems engineering efforts with broader program objectives

Minimum qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance is required
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in space mission ground systems, with a focus on National Space Superiority software development, standards and requirements
• Strong understanding of security protocols, encryption, and data integrity principles
• Proven experience in system integration, testing, and performance tuning
• Expertise in requirements definition and management, preferably using DOORS Next Generation (DNG)
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work optimally in a dynamic and collaborative team environment
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to a varied audience

Desired qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent in a relevant engineering or scientific field
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, C++, or similar
• Expertise in Agile, DevSecOps, AWS or Azure
• Experience with spacecraft subsystems and associated subsystem software
• Experience with communications protocols for space applications (e.g. CCSDS, DDS, GMSEC, etc.)
• Familiarity with system safety analyses techniques including Functional Hazard Assessments (FHA), Failure Modes, Effects and Criticality Analyses (FMECA), and Fault Tree Analysis (FTA)
• Background in working with and proposing to U.S. Government research agencies (e.g. NASA, AFRL, DARPA)

Compensation

Base pay range for Washington applicants: $197,529.00 to $276,539.55. Other site ranges may differ.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance
• Paid parental leave, short and long-term disability
• 401(k) with company match 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
• Performance bonuses (not guaranteed; subject to change)

Requirements

Applicants must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum. Blue's standard background check required for all positions.