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

About the role

Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) is looking for a Mid-Level or Lead Hardware/Software Design Engineer (Level 3 or 4) to join their team at the Starfire Optical Range on Kirtland AFB in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

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 approaches.
• 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.

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.
• Willingness to work variable shifts; including day, evening, night, and weekends.

Qualifications

• 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 systems.
• Experience with OS driver development.

Benefits

• Your contributions will directly impact the advancement of Space Domain Awareness capabilities, a critical mission for our national security.
• You’ll have the opportunity to work with world-class telescopes and advanced optical systems.
• You’ll assume ownership for the architecture, development, and long-term health of a key application.
• You’ll be part of a supportive enthusiastic team of experts in various fields.
• We are committed to the professional development of our team members and provide opportunities for learning and advancement.

Pay and Benefits

• Mid-Level (Level 3) Summary pay range: $96,050 - $129,950
• Lead (Level 4) Summary pay range: $119,850 – $162,150

Shift

This position is for Variable shift.

Security Clearance

This position requires the 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.