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Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) seeks a Software Engineer to serve as an Embedded Software Engineer with experience in controls design and digital signal processing to support the hardware, firmware, and software development of electro-optical systems at the Starfire Optical Range, Kirtland AFB, New Mexico.

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.
 

Primary 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.

To meet security standards and protocols, all work is performed onsite at Kirtland AFB, NM.

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship.  An interim or final U.S. Top Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills and Experience):

• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science. 
• 1+ years of experience working with FPGA embedded systems.
• 1+ years of experience programming in C, C++, or C.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Experience with developing code for System-on-a-Chip (SOC).
• Experience with FPGA processor or memory interconnects.
• Experience in embedded software development.
• Hardware integration and software Integration experience.
• Experience in performance analysis using tools such as MATLAB or Mathematica.
• Experience using programming languages (VHDL, C++, Java, MATLAB).
• Experience using communication interfaces including DDR, QSPI, UART, RS-422, RS-485, and Ethernet.
• Experience developing code for sensor acquisition and sensor processing.
• Experience developing code for serve control applications.
• Experience with mixed signal oscilloscopes and function generators.
• Experience with telescopes and electro-optical systems (EO systems, electro optics).
• Experience in OS driver development.
• Active U.S Top Secret clearance.

Typical Education & Experience:

Associate (level 2):Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 2 or more years related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. Master). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.

Mid-level (level 3):Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 5 or more years related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. PhD, Master+3 years related work experience). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.

Lead (level 4):Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 9 or more years related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. PhD+4 years related work experience, Master+7 years related work experience). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard

Relocation: 

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Drug Free Workplace

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Shift Work

This position is for first shift.

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent.Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as spanet and business considerations.

Summary pay range:

Associate (level 2):79,900 – 108,100

Mid-level (level 3):96,050 – 129,950

Lead (level 4):119,850 – 162,150

Applications for this position will be accepted until January 8, 2025.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.