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 seek 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, contributing 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 advancing Space Domain Awareness capabilities.

You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team supporting the development, optimization, 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 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.

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

• 9+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 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 with tools such as MATLAB or Mathematica.
• Experience working with programming languages (VHDL, C++, Java, & Matlab).
• Experience with communication interfaces, including DDR, 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 and function generators.
• Experience working with telescopes and electro‑optics system.
• Experience with OS driver development.

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 are met as outlined in our policies.

This position is for variable shift. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.

• Mid‑Level (Level
  3) Summary pay range: $107,100 – $144,900.
• Lead (Level
  4) Summary pay range: $129,200 – $174,800.
• Applications for this position will be accepted until Dec. 19, 2025.

This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R.

• 120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

US based job, U.S Person required.