Embedded Software Engineer III – Avionics

BLUE ORIGIN

. Develop flight software and tools for spaceflight systems .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeAlabama • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $150,931 - $230,513 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing flight software and tools for spaceflight systems, with a strong focus on safety-critical, real-time embedded software development. Proficient in C, C++, and Python, with experience in embedded systems and a solid understanding of operating systems and network protocols.

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C ProgrammingC++ ProgrammingPython ProgrammingEmbedded Software DevelopmentReal-Time Operating Systems

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Hard Skills

Software DevelopmentKernel DevelopmentBSPsSystems Software ComponentsOperating SystemsNetwork Protocols

Tools & Technologies

Flight SoftwareAvionics SystemsGround Systems

Industry Keywords

Safety-Critical Software DevelopmentAerospace EngineeringAutomotive IndustryNew GlennReusable Heavy-Lift Orbital Launch Vehicle

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop flight software and tools for spaceflight systems
Contribute to safety-critical, real-time embedded software development
Work on vehicle avionics and ground systems
Own requirements, design, implementation, integration, and testing of software components and tools
Support the development and operations of New Glenn, a reusable heavy-lift orbital launch vehicle
Help create software enabling New Glenn to carry people and payloads to Earth orbit and beyond
Collaborate as part of the New Glenn Avionics Software organization

Requirements

What you’ll need

B.S. degree in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, or related subject area
5+ years of experience writing software in C, C++, and Python
2+ years of experience in embedded software, kernel development, BSPs, or other systems software components
Solid understanding of operating systems and network protocol fundamentals
U.S. citizenship or nationality, U.S. permanent residency, or lawful admission to the U.S. as a refugee or asylee
Ability to pass Blue’s Standard Background Check
Preferred: M.S. degree in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, or related field
Preferred: Experience with real-time operating systems
Preferred: Experience with safety-critical software development in aerospace, automotive, or other industries
Preferred: Experience developing software that interfaces directly with hardware components and programmable logic

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Basic and supplemental life insurance
Paid parental leave
Short- and long-term disability
401(k) with a company match of up to 5%
Education Support Program
Stock Options for all regular employees working at least 20 hours/week
Up to four weeks of paid time off per year based on weekly scheduled hours
Up to 14 company-paid holidays
Potential benefits and bonuses based on role type, job level, individual contributions, and company results
Relocation assistance if relocating to an approved Blue Origin site