2026 Intern Conversion - Software Development Engineer I
Blue Origin · Los Angeles, CA · 2 wk ago
On-siteEngineering$111k–$155k/yrFull-time
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.
About the role
This role is part of Blue Origin corporate functions, providing centralized support across Blue Origin business unit teams, functions, and locations.
Requirements
- Successfully completed an internship with Blue Origin in 2026.
- Enrolled or recently graduating student attending a college or university.
- Able to start working full-time on or before September of 2027.
- Minimum of a B.S. degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, astronautical engineering, or equivalent.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team on rapid development programs.
- 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.
- 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.
Preferred Qualifications
- Relevant internship/co-op and academic project experience that demonstrate development of both technical skills relevant to the internship as well as leadership qualities.
- Hands-on project experience.
- Co-curricular engagement.
Pay
- CA applicants: $110,623.00 - $154,871.85
- CO applicants: $101,405.00 - $141,966.30
- WA applicants: $110,623.00 - $154,871.85
- VA applicants: $110,623.00 - $154,871.85
- Other site ranges may differ.
Benefits
- 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).
- Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.
- Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for additional benefits and bonuses based on individual contributions and company results.
Background Check
- Blue’s Standard Background Check (required for all positions).
- Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check (required for certain job profiles if the role requires access to a military installation).
- Additional requirements for drivers operating Commercial Motor Vehicles with specific weight or hazardous materials transport requirements (e.g., Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification, Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing, vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements, hazardous materials transportation/shipping training).
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Merchant Mariner Credential, including pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical (required for certain job profiles).