UI/UX & Visualization Lead Developer

1 Month ago • 10 Years +
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UI/UX and visualization lead developer for spaceflight systems, must have experience in React, Angular, Vue.js, D3.js, WebGL, and mission control environments.
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 diverse team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!
The role is part of the In-Space Systems business unit, which is focused on development, manufacturing, and operation of satellite systems to address one of the most compelling challenges in spaceflight today: space mobility.
As part of a small, hardworking, and accomplished team of Mission Systems and Flight Operations Engineers, you will work closely with space vehicle and ground subsystem teams, leading and performing tasks throughout the full system lifecycle. You will share in the team’s impact on all aspects of the mission operations concept, mission analysis and planning, flight planning, ground data systems, and tools used to operate advanced spaceflight vehicles.
You will enjoy a fast-paced dynamic environment, contributing innovative solutions, while demonstrating personal leadership, technical competence, and attention to detail. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your dedicated commitment and detailed attention towards safe and reliable spaceflight.
We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and dedication to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!
Special Mentions
  • Relocation provided
  • Travel expected up to 10% of the time
Responsibilities:
  • Craft intuitive UI/UX interfaces for mission control tools (i.e., Mission Planning, Flight Dynamics, Communications Management, Anomaly Resolution), prioritizing effective visualization and interactive experiences.
  • Develop dynamic 3D models and visualizations of in-space assets to support situational awareness, operator training, mission rehearsals, and software validation.
  • Adopt UI/UX and data visualization practices to enhance real-time operational decision-making and improve response efficiency.
  • Coordinate closely with cross-functional teams to incorporate simulations into the broader ground system infrastructure seamlessly.
  • Design and architect user-centered, intuitive flight operations tools, including operator console tools, handover tools, operator logs, and Contingency Action Requests (CARs) systems.
  • Work in a multidisciplinary environment to gather requirements and seamlessly integrate the tools with existing ground system infrastructure.
  • Oversee the full development lifecycle of the tools, from conception through deployment, including testing and validation.
  • Collaborate with flight controllers, engineers, and various stakeholders to identify enhancements and streamline operational workflows.
  • Provide documentation, training, and support for end-users of the Mission Control Systems tools.
Qualifications:
  • B.S. in Computer Science, Graphic Design, Data Visualization, or a related technical field with a focus on UI and software development.
  • Hands-on experience in UI development with specialized skills in creating data visualizations and simulations.
  • 10+ years experience in one or more of the following: Strong command of one or more front-end technologies (React, Angular, Vue.js, JavaScript, CSS3, HTML5), plus visualization tools and libraries (e.g., D3.js, WebGL, Unity, Unreal Engine).
  • Working knowledge of software development for real-time simulation and virtual environments.
  • Passion for aesthetics, human factors, usability with attention to detail in user interface design.
  • Proven experience in UI/UX design, with a strong portfolio showcasing solutions in high-complexity environments.
  • Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
  • Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively convey design concepts and interact with a diverse technical team.
  • 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.
Desired:
  • Background in creating UI and visualization for aerospace, defense, or other high-compliance industries, with an emphasis on simulated environments.
  • Experience with full-stack development, including knowledge of server-side languages, Python, Ruby, or Java and familiarity with database technologies such as MySQL, MongoDB, or PostgreSQL.
  • Knowledge of and practical experience with operator tooling for spacecraft subsystem management.
  • Experience developing operator tools in a spaceflight or aviation mission control environment.
  • Familiarity with mission operations software development and user interface frameworks.
  • Experience with simulation and training environments, including the creation of tools to support operator training and readiness assessments.
  • Practical experience in leveraging AI and Machine Learning to enhance user experience, optimize operational tooling, or improve decision-making processes within a mission control setting.

Compensation Range for:
CA applicants is $167,088.00-$233,923.20;CO applicants is $153,636.00-$215,090.40;WA applicants is $167,088.00-$233,923.20
Other site ranges may differ
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.
Inclusivity 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 a diverse, inclusive, and 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.
Benefits
Benefits include: 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%, and an Education Support Program.
Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.
Discretionary bonus: Bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.
Eligibility for benefits varies by role type, please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role.
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, diverse, 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, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members. 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, gender, 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.
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
EEOCompliance@blueorigin.com
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$153.6K - $233.9K/yr (Outscal est.)
$193.8K/yr avg.
Seattle, Washington, United States

About The Company

We are building a road to space for the benefit of Earth, humanity’s blue origin. Our team is focused on radically reducing the cost of access to space and harnessing its vast resources while mobilizing future generations to realize this mission. Blue Origin builds reusable rocket engines, launch vehicles, in-space systems, and lunar landers. Discover more at BlueOrigin.com. 


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