Hardware/Software Design Engineer (Mid-Level or Lead)

Boeing•Albuquerque, NM

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) is looking for a Mid-Level or Lead Hardware/Software Design Engineer (Level 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 in software design for hardware integration, controls, and digital signal processing. 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, quantum systems to achieve research objectives.

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
3+ years of experience integrating and communicating with hardware
1+ years of experience working with Windows and FPGA development tools
1+ years of experience programming in C, C++, Java, LabVIEW, or other high-level programming languages
1+ years of experience with performance analysis with tools such as MATLAB or Mathematica
Must be willing to work variable shifts; including day, evening, night, and weekends

Nice To Haves

9+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Active U.S Top Secret clearance
Experience with developing code for Microcontrollers, Single Board Computers (PC104), and Systems On a Chip (SOC)
Experience integrating hardware and software components into a functional system
Experience working with programming languages (VHDL, LabVIEW, Scheme/Lisp/Racket, C, C++, Java, & MATLAB)
Experience working with National Instruments PCIe, PXIe, and Data Acquisition Hardware
Experience working with lightweight Linux distros
Experience with standard communication protocols, including GPIO, 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, function generators, and other common test and evaluation equipment
Experience working with telescopes and electro-optics system
Experience with OS driver development

Responsibilities

Support hardware 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 hardware components
Develop and maintain software code.
Integrate software into a fully functional software system
Troubleshoot basic hardware and software issues
Assist with test procedures and documenting test results to ensure system requirements are met
Interface custom and COTS hardware with a variety of computer platforms
Design and implement precision motion control systems for precision pointing and tracking
Develop custom GUIs on networked systems to provide control and telemetry
Troubleshoot and debug complex electromechanical systems and software issues