Computer Systems Engineer – Space Payload Emulators Experienced or Lead

Company:
The Boeing Company

Boeing Defense, Space, & Security (BDS) is seeking Computer Systems Engineer – Space Payload Emulators to join the team located in El Segundo, California. As a Computer Systems Engineer, you will support the development and integration of space payload emulators in El Segundo, CA. In support of Boeing Defense Systems next‑generation space programs, this role focuses on hands‑on hardware/software development for embedded systems (Xilinx SoC/FPGA) and front‑end UI/UX control interfaces.

This position is tailored for an engineer who thrives in a hands‑on lab environment, working side‑by‑side with multidisciplinary teams (hardware, firmware, software, and test engineers) to bring up hardware, integrate software/logic, and build intuitive emulator interfaces.

Develop, configure, and maintain embedded software and firmware on Xilinx SoC platforms (Zynq Ultra Scale+, Versal). Implement and debug Processing System to Programmable Logic (PS/PL) interfaces, AXI interconnects, and memory maps. Develop and validate Board Support Packages (BSP), Peta Linux/embedded Linux distributions, device drivers, and low‑level communication interfaces (PCIe, Ethernet, SPI, I2C, UART). Lead hands‑on board bring‑up, hardware/software integration, and system‑level debugging in a lab environment using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and protocol analyzers.

Design and implement responsive, reliable front‑end graphical user interfaces (GUIs) using Java or modern JavaScript frameworks (e.g., React, Vue, Angular, or JavaFX/Electron). Build control dashboards, telemetry displays, and command interfaces for payload emulation testbeds and operational teams. Integrate UI applications with embedded back‑end services, APIs, and hardware endpoints for real‑time monitoring and control.

Partner closely with FPGA logic designers, hardware engineers, and systems testers in a collaborative lab environment to diagnose issues and validate end‑to‑end emulator functionality. Drive rapid prototyping, root‑cause troubleshooting, and iterative testing on lab benches and test fixtures. Provide technical leadership during hardware/software co‑design and integration milestones.

Utilize Xilinx tool chains (Vivado, Vitis, Peta Linux, SDK) for software build pipelines, profiling, and debugging. Follow modern software engineering practices, including code reviews, documentation, and version control using Git/Git Lab.

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

• This position requires an active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)
• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus in Electrical, Mechanical or Aeronautical), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement 5+ years of professional experience in embedded hardware/software development and integration.
• Embedded Xilinx Platforms:
  Hands‑on experience developing for Xilinx SoC/MPSoC architectures (Zynq Ultra Scale+, Versal).
• Xilinx Tool chains:
  Demonstrated proficiency with Xilinx design and development tools (Vivado, Vitis, Peta Linux, SDK).
• PS/PL & Driver Integration:
  Proven experience with PS/PL integration, embedded Linux / RTOS, board…