Software Configuration Engineer III – Lunar Permanence

BLUE ORIGIN

. Serve as a trusted partner to engineering, manufacturing, software quality assurance, and Safety and Mission Assurance teams .

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $150,931 - $230,513 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Software Configuration Management principles and practices, ensuring compliance with AS9115, DO-178, and DO-254 standards. Proficient in managing software configurations throughout the development lifecycle while providing technical guidance and support to cross-functional teams.

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Software Configuration ManagementVersion Control SystemsConfiguration Management TechnologiesCI/CD Pipeline DesignAerospace Domain Expertise

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Hard Skills

Software Configuration ManagementVersion Control SystemsConfiguration AuditsSoftware Build ManagementScripting LanguagesDatabase AdministrationAgile MethodologiesChange Management ToolsTechnical GuidanceCompliance Assessments

Tools & Technologies

GitLabJiraSVNClearCaseRational SuiteJenkinsWindchillAgile PLMTeamcenterUnix/Linux Operating Systems

Industry Keywords

AerospaceAviationAS9115DO-178DO-254Software Development LifecycleConfiguration Control BoardsProduction Readiness ReviewsTechnical EnvironmentSoftware Quality Assurance

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

JenkinsLinuxPerlPythonRubySubversionUnix

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a trusted partner to engineering, manufacturing, software quality assurance, and Safety and Mission Assurance teams
Manage and control software configurations across the full software development lifecycle
Ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency of software baselines from development through delivery
Lead and facilitate Software Configuration Control Boards, configuration audits, and compliance assessments
Identify configuration gaps and drive corrective actions to closure
Contribute to design reviews, test reviews, and production readiness reviews
Ensure configuration management considerations are addressed and documented in program milestone reviews
Provide technical guidance on configuration management principles, software builds, and toolchain best practices
Develop, implement, and maintain configuration management processes and procedures
Support compliance with AS9115, DO-178, and DO-254 standards for lunar mission systems

Requirements

What you’ll need

BS in computer science, Software Engineering, or a related STEM field
5+ years of hands-on software configuration management experience in a technical environment
Deep understanding of Software Configuration Management principles, concepts, and implementation within Aerospace or Aviation domains
Demonstrated proficiency with version control systems and change management/agile planning tools such as GitLab, Jira, SVN, ClearCase or Rational Suite, Jenkins
Strong working knowledge of software configuration management technologies and software build and release management, including IT infrastructure and development/scripting
Proficiency with both Windows and Unix/Linux operating systems
Hands-on experience with PLM tools such as Windchill, Agile PLM, Teamcenter, etc. (desired)
Proficiency in one or more scripting languages: Python, Shell, Perl, Ruby, Batch, or YAML (desired)
Experience designing and implementing CI/CD pipelines, Gitlow workflows, and DevOps and Agile methodologies (desired)
Background in database administration and SWCM tool administration (desired)
Applicants 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
Required to complete Blue’s Standard Background Check

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 benefits and bonuses based on role type, job level, individual contributions, and company results; bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed