Entry-level Embedded Software Developer

Boeing Boeing · Aerospace · Huntsville, AL

Entry-level embedded software developer role at Boeing, focusing on the PAC3 missile defense system. Responsibilities include assisting with flight software development, test software, and firmware integration within agile teams. Requires a Bachelor's degree and programming experience in Java, C++, or Python, with knowledge of computer hardware/software components and operating systems. A U.S. Secret Clearance is required post-start.

What you'd actually do

  1. Assist with the development and fielding of flight software for PAC3 seeker systems
  2. Assist with the design and development of test software for PAC3 seeker software
  3. Assist with the development firmware and its integration with hardware/software
  4. Work in small agile teams composed of diverse engineering skills
  5. Use your talents to tackle complex problems on a variety of programs

Skills

Required

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Ability to obtain a U.S. Secret Clearance post-start
  • 1+ years of programming experience using Java, C++, or Python
  • 1+ years of experience or education in computer hardware and software components
  • Operating system knowledge of LINUX or Windows

Nice to have

  • Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science and 0 years of related work experience OR Bachelor’s Degree and 4+ years of directly related work experience OR 8+ years of related, relevant experience
  • Active Secret Clearance or higher
  • 1+ years of experience in the software engineering or aerospace engineering industry
  • Experience with embedded systems architecture, design, and debugging
  • Experience with missile defense sensor algorithms or algorithms for digital signal processing
  • Experience with sensor systems for complex conversion of analog and waveform data
  • Experience with optical or electromagnetic (RF - radio frequency) sensing systems
  • Experience with real-time operating systems, e.g. VxWorks
  • Some work experience or knowledge of telemetry protocols and testing

What the JD emphasized

  • U.S. Secret Clearance post-start
  • U.S. Citizenship