LabVIEW Systems Engineer
About The Position
This position directly supports the Defense Fuels mission space by enabling reliable, high‑speed data acquisition and integrated controls across critical fuel infrastructure, ensuring secure and compliant operations where high‑speed LabVIEW systems interface with low‑speed PLC‑controlled platforms to maintain mission readiness. The engineer leads development of high‑speed LabVIEW data acquisition and control systems, ensures synchronized communication, data integrity, and reliability across multi‑platform control architectures, and provides engineering support for a diverse range of test operations, from small benchtop setups to large‑scale industrial qualification stands. An active DOE Q clearance, or the ability to obtain and maintain one, is required.
Requirements
- B.S. or M.S. in Engineering or Physics or equivalent experience.
- 5+ years of experience with LabVIEW development and test system integration.
- Experience coordinating LabVIEW applications with PLC-controlled systems.
- Experience supporting both small-scale and large-scale automated test stands.
- Experience designing and validating automated test stands or instrumentation systems.
- Excellent technical communication and documentation skills.
- U.S. citizenship required.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q security clearance.
Nice To Haves
- NI CLD or CLA certification.
- Experience with LabVIEW RT/FPGA and deterministic data streaming.
- Familiarity with PlantPAx, FactoryTalk, OPC UA, Modbus, and industrial networks.
- Knowledge of ISA standards, SIS concepts, PHA, NFPA, and NEC codes.
- Experience applying AI/ML in test or industrial automation systems.
Responsibilities
- Architect, develop, and maintain LabVIEW applications for high-speed data acquisition and real-time control.
- Design communication bridges between high-speed LabVIEW systems and low-speed PLC platforms.
- Collaborate with PLC engineers to align LabVIEW logic with interlocks, alarming, and I/O management.
- Prepare wiring diagrams, loop sheets, channel maps, and system documentation.
- Coordinate with vendors and generate technical reports.
- Implement software configuration management for LabVIEW, FPGA, and test automation code.
- Lead automation initiatives using Python, MATLAB, and AI-supported engineering processes.
- Mentor junior engineers and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.
- Provide engineering design, troubleshooting, and commissioning support across multiple test stands of varying scale and complexity.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plans.
- Flexible work schedules and paid time off to promote a healthy work-life balance.
- Professional development opportunities, including mentorship programs and sponsorship for continuing education.
- An inclusive atmosphere that celebrates new perspectives and supports collaboration between different generations.
- The chance to be part of a mission-driven organization making a positive impact on the future of energy.
- Opportunities for continuous learning and training to grow throughout your career!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
