Embedded Software Engineer (Mid-Level or Lead)

Boeing•Albuquerque, NM

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Boeing Company Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) is seeking a Mid-Level or Lead Embedded Software Engineer (Level 3 or 4) to join their team at the Starfire Optical Range on Kirtland AFB in Albuquerque, New Mexico. This role involves supporting the hardware, firmware, and software development of electro-optical systems. It offers a unique opportunity to contribute to technological advancements using cutting-edge equipment at a historically significant site, supporting the R&D mission of the Air Force Research Laboratory Optics Division in advancing Space Domain Awareness capabilities. The site features telescope research facilities ranging from 0.5m to 3.5m with advanced optical systems. The successful candidate will be part of a multidisciplinary team, focusing on the development, optimization, and maintenance of embedded electro-mechanical pointing and tracking control systems at this world-class research facility.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement
4+ years of experience with developing firmware for FPGAs using either VHDL or Verilog
4+ years of experience working with Windows and FPGA development tools
1+ years of experience with performance analysis with tools such as MATLAB or Mathematica
1+ years of experience programming in C or C++
Must be willing to work variable shifts; including day, evening, night, and weekends
Ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship
An interim and/or final U.S. Top Secret Clearance Post-Start is required
Must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, specifically being a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62

Nice To Haves

9+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Active U.S. Top Secret/SCI Security Clearance
Experience with developing code for Systems On a Chip (SOC)
Experience with FPGA processor or memory interconnects
Experience integrating hardware and software components into a functional system
Experience with performance analysis with tools such as MATLAB or Mathematica
Experience working with programming languages (VHDL C++, Java, & Matlab)
Experience with communication interfaces, including DDR, QSPI, UART, RS-422, RS-485, and Ethernet
Experience with developing code for sensor acquisition and processing
Experience with developing code for servo control applications
Experience working with mixed signal oscilloscopes and function generators
Experience working with telescopes and electro-optics system
Experience with OS driver development

Responsibilities

Support firmware and software research development projects
Work in a team environment to develop specifications of firmware and software architectures
Research required algorithms and implementation approach
Design and validate implementation of all firmware components
Integrate and synthesize firmware for the target platform
Develop and maintain software code
Integrate software into a fully functional software system
Troubleshoot basic firmware and software issues
Assist with test procedures and documenting test results to ensure embedded system requirements are met