Spacecraft Data Systems Engineer - Blue Ring Verified today

Blue Origin · 5 Locations · Space Systems · first seen 2026-09-03

Join Blue Origin's In-Space Systems business unit to address critical challenges in space infrastructure and on-orbit mobility. As Spacecraft Data Systems Engineer, you will be the technical bridge connecting flight software, spacecraft systems, ground operations, and test engineering.

What you will do

Lead development of the Command and Telemetry Database (CTDB) and Parameter Database; define file management and onboard data storage
Manage data for spacecraft uplink, onboard command sequences, telemetry downlink, and data prioritization within flight software and memory management
Define data architecture strategies that allocate data placement between CTDB and Parameter databases
Develop a roadmap for scalable, robust data architecture across a fleet of vehicles, anticipating future payloads and missions
Shape program data handling across payload, spacecraft, and operations using sophisticated techniques and processes
Work closely with spacecraft engineers, flight software developers, spaceflight operations, and test teams to implement all data architecture use cases
Detail data architecture, develop standards and processes, and ensure sufficiency of data products

Minimum Qualifications

B.S. in computer science, computer engineering, information technology, applied mathematics, or related field
8+ years of experience in spacecraft development and operations
Proven experience developing and managing Command and Telemetry Databases (CTDB) with proficiency in spacecraft telemetry, data management, and command sequencing
Familiarity with spacecraft flight software design and architecture
Experience with CCSDS standards, including command and telemetry formats
Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Python, JavaScript, C, or C++, with proven background in software development and automation for data solutions
Experience with Command and Control (C2) or Flight Software (FSW) software tools
Ability to engage effectively with Integration & Test, Ground and Spaceflight Operations, and Systems Engineering teams
Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted as a refugee or granted asylum

Preferred Qualifications

Familiarity with Agile methodologies and modern software development practices
Proficiency in AI and machine learning techniques for data processing
Experience with data governance, security standards, and compliance methodologies
Deep CCSDS experience, understanding the full OSI stack across application and data layers
Demonstrated ability to communicate complex data and software architecture concepts to IPT leads, executives, and customers
Domain expertise of spacecraft system and subsystem functions, interfaces, and communication protocols (serial, 1553, Ethernet, embedded software)
Demonstrated experience debugging and identifying root cause at the hardware/software boundary
Experience using hardware testbeds and lab environments for software and system verification
Understanding of cloud infrastructure for data deployment and orchestration
Experience with Jira, GitLab, CI/CD pipelines
Active TS/SCI clearance