HLS Autonomy Software Systems Engineer III

BLUE ORIGIN

. Define system autonomy behaviors and software requirements with systems engineers, developers, and program managers .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $150,931 - $230,513 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in software requirements development, verification planning, and safety-critical software processes, with a strong background in aerospace systems and cross-functional team leadership. Proficient in scripting and compiled languages, with a focus on Model-Based Systems Engineering and Agile methodologies.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Software Requirements DevelopmentModel-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)Agile MethodologiesSpacecraft Design and OperationsSafety-Critical Software Development

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Hard Skills

Software RequirementsVerification PlansTest CasesScripting LanguagesPythonJavaScriptC/C++Fault Management DesignSystem Safety AssessmentsVerification Analysis Reports

Soft Skills

Team LeadershipCollaborationTrust BuildingProfessional RelationshipsCulture of Inclusion

Tools & Technologies

Safety ArtifactsNPR 7150.2D

Industry Keywords

Aerospace IndustrySafety-Critical SoftwareTools Qualification Activities

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

JavaScriptPythonC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define system autonomy behaviors and software requirements with systems engineers, developers, and program managers
Lead team members on software systems engineering best practices
Set team direction and goals for requirements development, verification events, and test cases
Manage hardware-software integration problems across vehicle and mission design teams
Ensure software behavior is properly captured through the safety-critical software development process
Collaborate with software development engineers and other discipline teams across Lunar programs
Contribute to long-term product vision and strategy for sustainable lunar missions

Requirements

What you’ll need

B.S. or higher degree in computer science, computer engineering, aerospace engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience
Minimum 5 years of professional experience
Experience developing software requirements, verification plans, and test cases
Experience working across systems and software disciplines and leading cross-functional groups
Experience in spacecraft design and operations
Experience with fault management design
Experience with scripting languages, Python, and/or JavaScript
Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion
Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident/current Green Card holder, or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum
Experience reviewing software architecture, design, and code
Experience developing test scripts and verification analysis reports
Experience with System Safety Assessments and reviewing safety artifacts
Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)
Experience with Agile methodologies
Aerospace industry experience with safety-critical software and/or tools qualification activities
Experience with NPR 7150.2D
Experience with compiled languages, C/C++
Required Blue’s Standard Background Check

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