Embedded Software Engineer; Mid-Level or Lead

Embedded Software Engineer (Mid-Level or Lead)

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Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) is looking for a Mid‑Level or Lead Embedded Software 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 controls design 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. The role 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 0.5 m to 3.5 m with advanced optical systems. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team supporting the development, optimisation, and maintenance of embedded electro‑mechanical pointing and tracking control systems.

• 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 approaches.
• Design and validate implementation of all firmware components.
• Integrate and synthesize firmware for the target platform.
• Develop and maintain software code, integrating software into a fully functional system.
• Troubleshoot basic firmware and software issues.
• Assist with test procedures and document test results to ensure embedded system requirements are met.

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or a non‑US equivalent qualification directly related to the work statement.
• 4+ years of experience developing firmware for FPGAs using VHDL or Verilog.
• 4+ years of experience working with Windows and FPGA development tools.
• 1+ year of experience with performance analysis using tools such as MATLAB or Mathematica.
• 1+ year of experience programming in C or C++.
• Must be willing to work variable shifts, including day, evening, night, and weekends.

• 9+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Active U.S. TS/SCI Security Clearance.
• Experience with developing code for Systems On a Chip (SOC).
• Experience with FPGA processor or memory interconnects.
• Experience integrating hardware and software components into a functional system.
• Experience with performance analysis tools such as MATLAB or Mathematica.
• Experience programming in VHDL, C++, Java and MATLAB.
• Experience with communication interfaces, including DDR, QSPI, UART, RS‑422, RS‑485, and Ethernet.
• Experience developing code for sensor acquisition and processing.
• Experience developing code for servo control applications.
• Experience working with mixed‑signal oscilloscopes and function generators.
• Experience working with telescopes and electro‑optics systems.
• Experience with OS driver development.

Successful candidates must satisfy the company’s Conflict of Interest assessment process.

Boeing is a drug‑free workplace. Post‑offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria are met as outlined in our policies.

This position requires variable shift work.

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