Embedded Software Engineer (Associate, Mid-Level, or Lead)

Boeing•Albuquerque, NM

9h•Onsite

About The Position

Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) is looking for an Associate, Mid-Level, or Lead Embedded Software Engineer (Level 2, 3 or 4) to join our exclusive team at the Starfire Optical Range on Kirtland AFB in Albuquerque, New Mexico. We are seeking a highly skilled individual with experience working with embedded software. This position will support the hardware, firmware, and software development of electro-optical systems. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to advancements in technology using cutting-edge equipment at a historically significant site. This position supports the R&D mission of the Air Force Research Laboratory Optics Division in their advancement of Space Domain Awareness capabilities. The site houses telescope research facilities ranging in size from 0.5m up to 3.5m with advanced optical systems. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team supporting the development, optimization, and maintenance of embedded electro-mechanical pointing and tracking control systems. Starfire Optical Range is a world class research facility with recognized achievements, enabled by the quality, enthusiasm, and dedication of our entire team. Our team consists of engineers and technicians in all disciplines required to plan, design, integrate, and test complex optical, electronic, and quantum systems to achieve research objectives.

Requirements

This position requires an active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)
This position requires ability to obtain U.S. Top Secret Security Clearance or equivalent (Post Start)
Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus in Electrical, Mechanical or Aeronautical), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement
2+ years of experience with System on Chip (SoC) hardware/software
2+ years of experience in C++ software development in a Windows operation system environment
2+ years of experience working with Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS)
Must be willing to work variable shifts; including days, evenings, nights, and weekends

Nice To Haves

Mid-level (Level 3): 5+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Lead (Level 4): 9+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Active U.S. Top Secret security clearance
Experience with AMD/Xilinx Vivado/Vitis IDE
Experience designing deterministic real-time software using FreeRTOS, with proficiency in multi-tasking, synchronization primitives, queue management, hardware interrupt handling, and FPGA DMA memory interfaces
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 HDL and programming languages (VHDL, Java)
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

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