Software-in-the-Loop Test Engineer II Verified today
Role
You will be a key player in creating a groundbreaking software simulation testbed for Blue Ring, Blue Origin's high-powered hybrid solar-electric and chemical-propelled spacecraft. You'll own planning, architectural design, requirements gathering, certification, and implementation of this critical system.
What you'll do
- Develop and own simulation models and test scripts that precisely reflect spacecraft scenarios
- Craft sophisticated simulation models and detailed test scripts to guarantee integration and test events
- Develop and execute tests on simulations to ensure robustness of models
- Work with external customers and internal engineering teams to capture requirements for customer-specific simulation solutions
- Support hardware/software integration efforts, anchoring simulations to hardware data
- Contribute to comprehensive release strategy, meticulous coordination, and detailed documentation processes
- Up to 10-15% domestic travel required
Required qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field
- Over 3 years of relevant proven expertise in developing aerospace software simulation testbeds for innovative systems
- Proficient in C/C++ development with strong technical prowess
- Skilled in Python or similar scripting languages
- In-depth knowledge of real-time operating systems and embedded control systems, including APIs, interfaces, and device drivers
- Familiarity with communication protocols such as UDP/TCP, I2C, UART, etc.
- Strong understanding of the software development life cycle and testing methodologies
- Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git)
- Exceptionally organized teammate with great written and verbal communication skills
Desired qualifications
- Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
- 5+ years in large-scale engineering systems
- Skilled in space vehicle software simulation integration
- Proficient with Docker, Kubernetes, and containerization
- Hands-on with CI/CD pipelines, Git, GitLab, or GitHub
- Strong debugging at the software-hardware interface
- Familiar with hardware emulation like Simics
- Expertise in customizing continuous integration systems
- Understanding of electrical and electronic engineering concepts
- Solid grasp of IP networking
- Competent in MATLAB and Simulink
- Acquainted with GNC systems and 6DOF dynamics
- Proficient with DOORs Next Generation, SVN, Jenkins
- Active Top Secret/SCI clearance desired
Compensation and benefits
Base pay range for WA applicants: $134,961.00 to $188,945.40 (other site ranges may differ)
- 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 working at least 20 hours/week
- Up to four weeks paid time off per year based on scheduled hours, plus up to 14 company-paid holidays
- Potential bonuses based on performance (not guaranteed)
Employment requirements
Applicants must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident with current Green Card, or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.
Blue's Standard Background Check required for all positions.