Satellite Flight Software Developer II - TeraWave
Blue Origin LLC
Seattle, WA
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JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Full-time, Employee
SKILLS
Aerospace Engineering, Affirmative Action, Agile Programming Methodologies, Algorithms, C Programming Language, C++ Programming Language, CDL Driver's License, Communication Systems, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Control Systems, Cross-Functional, Disability Accommodations, Embedded Operating Systems, Embedded Programming Languages, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Federal Laws and Regulations, Genetics, Government, Hazardous Materials/Substances, High Throughput, Integration Testing, Internet Security, Legal, MATLAB, Material Moving, Medical Records, Military, Network Design, Network Operations Center, Onboarding, Operations Management, Power Management, Problem Solving Skills, Process Analysis, Programming Tools, Propulsion, Quality Metrics, Radio Frequency, Realtime Operating System, Regulations, Requirements Management, Resource Management, Risk Analysis, Road Tests, Satellite Communications, Satellite Operations, Simulation, Software Administration, Software Architecture, Software Design, Software Development, Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), State Laws and Regulations, System Integration (SI), Systems Engineering, Team Player, Technical Operations, Technical/Engineering Design, Testing, Thermal Management, Validation Testing
LOCATION
Seattle, WA
POSTED
30+ days ago
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.
At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We're working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!
This role is part of TeraWave, a satellite communications network designed to deliver symmetrical data speeds of up to 6 Tbps anywhere on Earth. This network will service tens of thousands of enterprise, data center, and government users who require reliable connectivity for critical operations.
Special Mentions:
This position is part of Blue Origin's TeraWave business unit, a newly announced satellite communications network designed to deliver symmetrical data speeds of up to 6 Tbps anywhere on Earth. TeraWave consists of 5,408 optically interconnected satellites in low Earth orbit (LEO) and medium Earth orbit (MEO), providing enterprise-grade connectivity for critical operations.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Design, develop, and implement flight software for Blue Origin's TeraWave satellite constellation, with primary focus on thermal, power, and propulsion management subsystems
Create and maintain software architecture for satellite resource management, ensuring optimal performance of the 5,408 optically interconnected satellites in LEO and MEO orbits
Develop algorithms for autonomous thermal regulation to maintain optimal operating temperatures across varying orbital conditions and high-throughput data transmission scenarios
Implement power management software to optimize energy distribution, battery charging cycles, and solar array utilization for the TeraWave constellation
Design and code propulsion control systems for orbital maintenance, station-keeping, and collision avoidance maneuvers
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including systems engineers, hardware engineers, and operations personnel to integrate subsystem software with the overall satellite architecture
Develop and execute verification and validation procedures to ensure flight software meets mission requirements and quality standards
Create simulation environments to test thermal, power, andpropulsion management software under various operational scenarios
Troubleshoot and resolve software issues during development, integration, testing, and on-orbit operations
Participate in technical reviews, design discussions, and risk assessment activities
Document software design, implementation, and test results according to Blue Origin standards
Support on-orbit operations and provide technical expertise for anomaly resolution
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related technical field
3+ years of experience in developing flight software for spacecraft or similar complex systems
Proficiency in C, C++, or similar programming languages used in embedded systems
Experience with real-time operating systems and embedded software development
Knowledge of spacecraft thermal control, power management, and propulsion systems
Experience with software development lifecycle processes including requirements analysis, design, implementation, testing, and maintenance
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a collaborative, cross-functional team environment
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field
5+ years of experience in satellite flight software development
Experience with satellite communications systems, particularly in high-throughput data transmission applications
Knowledge of RF and optical communications technologies
Experience with model-based development tools such as MATLAB/Simulink
Familiarity with satellite constellation operations and management
Experience with fault detection, isolation, and recovery (FDIR) implementation
Knowledge of spacecraft dynamics and orbital mechanics
Experience with software development for LEO and MEO satellite systems
Familiarity with space environment effects on satellite operations
Experience with agile development methodologies
Knowledge of cybersecurity principles for space systems
Why Blue Origin:
At Blue Origin, we're not just building the future of space exploration-we're revolutionizing global connectivity through our TeraWave satellite network. As a Satellite Flight Software Developer II, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring the integrity and performance of our constellation of 5,408 satellites designed to deliver unmatched speeds up to 6 Tbps with symmetrical upload and download capabilities. Join us in our mission to provide enterprise-grade connectivity to locations unreachable by traditional methods, enabling critical operations for enterprise, data center, and government customers worldwide.
Join our team and be part of building a space-based network designed for tomorrow, where your expertise will directly contribute to creating a system that provides connectivity anywhere on Earth.
Compensation Range for:
CA applicants is $134,961.00 - $188,945.40
CO applicants is $123,714.00 - $173,199.60
WA applicants is $134,961.00 - $188,945.40
Other site ranges may differ
Culture Statement
Don't meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Export Control Regulations
Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S.as a refugee or granted asylum.
Background Check
Required for all positions: Blue's Standard Background Check
Required for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation
Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing (CDL drivers only), vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training.
Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical
Benefits
Benefits include: 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%, and an Education Support Program.
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. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on "Know Your Rights," please see here.
Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation
Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin's Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us atEEOCompliance@blueorigin.com. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.
California Applicant Privacy Notice
If you are a California resident, please reference the CA Applicant Privacy Notice here.
ITAR Requirements
To conform to U.S. Government commercial space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3), applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, lawfully admitted for permanent residence into the U.S. (i.e. current green card holder), or lawfully admitted as a refugee or granted asylum under 8 U.S.C. § 1157-1158. Learn more about the ITAR here.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For more information on “EEO Is the Law,” please see here and here.
Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation
Applicants wishing to view a copy of Blue Origin’s Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at EEOCompliance@blueorigin.com.
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