Avionics Software Intern

Application close date:

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!   

As part of a hardworking team, interns work directly with Blue engineering teams on projects in support of our business units.  

Avionics Software Intern projects vary but can include the design, development and testing of avionics hardware and software for programs ranging from orbital rockets, ground systems, test stands, to moon landers.   

  During your internship experience, you can expect to:   

• Gain hands on, real-world experience.  

• Receive mentorship and feedback from mentors and managers.  

• Participate in events to learn about other parts of our organization.  

Basic Qualifications:  

• 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.  

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program and have at least one semester or quarter of school remaining after the internship.  

• Completed at least one year of full-time coursework post high school graduation at the time of application (obtained sophomore standing).   

• Available to work full time for 12 weeks while not concurrently enrolled in coursework.  

• Strong written, verbal, communication, and interpersonal skills.   

• Strong interest in Blue's mission! 

Desired: We love to see hands-on experience and extracurricular engagement!  

• Relevant internship/co-op and academic project experience that demonstrate development of both technical skills as well as leadership qualities.  

• Hands-on project experience.  

• Design, develop, test, and maintain software applications (with a focus on avionics and flight systems). 

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop, verify, and validate safety-critical, real-time embedded software for launch vehicle systems. 

• Participate in full software lifecycle: requirements analysis, implementation, verification, documentation, and system integration. 

• Write and review code primarily in C, C++, and Python for embedded and application environments. 

• Create and maintain tools and infrastructure to support efficient build, debugging, testing, deployment, and automation. 

• Ensure reliability, quality, and safety in all delivered software. 

• Review and update software requirements and designs for testability and verifiability. 

Additional skills: 

• Programming experience in at least one major language used here: C, C++, or Python. 

• Experience (through coursework, co-ops, internships, or projects) in software development, problem solving, and debugging. 

• Exposure to software verification, test planning/execution, or automated testing. 

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team on rapid development programs. 

• Relevant internship/co-op and academic project experience that demonstrate development of both technical skills as well as leadership qualities. 

• Self-driven with the ability to seek out requirements with minimal direction. 

• Strong written, verbal, communication, and interpersonal skills. 

• Passion for Blue’s Mission with a strong desire to continuously learn and improve. 

• Exposure to CI/CD.    

• ARINC Standards, UML/SW Design.   

We offer housing and relocation support. Interns are responsible for daily transportation to and from their work locations.  

When you apply, be sure to include your internship, co-curricular and research experience in your resume. Please also include the relevant programming languages you have utilized in these settings. If you haven’t yet used a tool in a professional setting, please include relevant coursework that demonstrates your preparation for these roles.   

Hourly compensation for applicant is: $32.00

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, 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

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 at [email protected]. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.