HLS Software Systems Engineer II – Lunar Permanence

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. Evaluate, decompose, and create requirements for safety-critical and non-safety-critical software .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeUnited StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $123,714 - $173,200 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in systems engineering for safety-critical software, with a strong focus on compliance, requirements management, and cross-functional communication. Proficient in Agile methodologies and experienced in avionics and spacecraft systems.

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Systems EngineeringC/C++ Best PracticesAgile Software DevelopmentNASA Procedural Requirement 7150.2DEmbedded Linux

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Hard Skills

Requirements DerivationSoftware VerificationBuild AutomationContinuous IntegrationConfiguration ManagementSoftware DeploymentAutonomyState MachinesFault ManagementHardware-in-the-Loop

Soft Skills

Cross-Functional CommunicationRelationship BuildingTrust EarningCulture of Inclusion

Certifications & Qualifications

Merchant Mariner Credential

Industry Keywords

AvionicsSpace Flight SystemsSafety-Critical EnvironmentLunar MissionsTechnical Risk Management

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

LinuxC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Evaluate, decompose, and create requirements for safety-critical and non-safety-critical software
Establish relationships and own cross-functional communication for collaborative and effective development
Author documentation and participate in design reviews
Support Technical Project Managers in identifying and tracking program and technical risk
Support schedule and resource allocation management
Help define requirements for the next human-rated lunar lander
Work with software systems engineers and other discipline teams to ensure compliance with standards and define compliance processes
Contribute to long-term vision and strategy for products supporting sustainable lunar missions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of a B.S. degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, or related field
2+ years of experience in systems engineering, preferably in avionics and software systems, including software requirements derivation, management and verification
Understanding of spacecraft systems and subsystem functions, and their interfaces
Ability to communicate product vision and needs cross functionally
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 with NASA Procedural Requirement 7150.2D
Experience with C/C++ best practices for application software source code
Experience with Agile software development methodologies
Experience in build automation, continuous integration, configuration management, verification, and software deployment
Experience in autonomy, sequencers, state machines, and/or fault management in a mission or safety-critical environment
Experience with Embedded Linux or equivalent real-time operating systems
Experience operating integrated hardware-in-the-loop lab environments
Experience working on avionics, satellite, or space flight systems
Blue’s Standard Background Check required
Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential for certain job profiles

Benefits

Comp & perks

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%
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 eligibility for benefits and bonuses based on role type, job level, individual contributions, company results, or other factors