Job Description
At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.
Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) is looking for an Associate, Mid-Level, or Lead Embedded Software Engineer (Level 2, 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 working with embedded software. 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.
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.
Starfire Optical Range is a world class research facility with recognized achievements, enabled by the quality, enthusiasm, and dedication of our entire team. Our team consists of engineers and technicians in all disciplines required to plan, design, integrate, and test complex optical, electronic, and quantum systems to achieve research objectives.
Benefits of working at Starfire Optical Range:
- 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
Position 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
This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at the listed location option.
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/ Experience):
- 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)
- This position requires ability to obtain U.S. Top Secret Security Clearance or equivalent (Post Start)
- 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
- 2+ years of experience with System on Chip (SoC) hardware/software
- 2+ years of experience in C++ software development in a Windows operation system environment
- 2+ years of experience working with Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS)
- Must be willing to work variable shifts; including days, evenings, nights, and weekends
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
- Mid-level (Level 3): 5+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Lead (Level 4): 9+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Active U.S. Top Secret security clearance
- Experience with AMD/Xilinx Vivado/Vitis IDE
- Experience designing deterministic real-time software using FreeRTOS, with proficiency in multi-tasking, synchronization primitives, queue management, hardware interrupt handling, and FPGA DMA memory interfaces
- 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 HDL and programming languages (VHDL, Java)
- 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
Conflict of Interest:
Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
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.
Relocation:
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility. Note: Basic relocation will be offered for eligible internal candidates.
Shift:
This position is for Variable shift.
Pay and Benefits:
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 market and business considerations.
Associate (Level 2) Summary pay range: $91,800 - $124,200
Mid-Level (Level 3) Summary pay range: $112,200 - $151,800
Lead (Level 4) Summary pay range: $136,850 - $185,150
Applications for this position will be accepted until Oct. 14, 2026
Export Control Requirements:
This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.
Export Control Details:
US based job, US Person required
Education
Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required
Relocation
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.
Security Clearance
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)
Visa Sponsorship
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Shift
This position is for variable shift
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.
