Computer Systems Engineer – Space Payload Emulators – (Experienced or Lead)

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. Position Responsibilities: Embedded Software & FPGA Platform Integration • Develop, configure, and maintain embedded software and firmware on Xilinx SoC platforms (Zynq UltraScale+, Versal). • Implement and debug Processing System to Programmable Logic (PS/PL) interfaces, AXI interconnects, and memory maps. • Develop and validate Board Support Packages (BSP), PetaLinux/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. Front-End GUI & Operator Interface Development • 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. Multidisciplinary Lab Collaboration & Hardware/Software Integration • 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. Software Quality & Workflow Optimization • Utilize Xilinx toolchains ( Vivado, Vitis, PetaLinux, SDK ) for software build pipelines, profiling, and debugging. • Follow modern software engineering practices, including code reviews, documentation, and version control using Git/GitLab . This position is expected to be 100% onsite.  The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at the listed location. 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) • 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 UltraScale+, Versal). • Xilinx Toolchains: Demonstrated proficiency with Xilinx design and development tools (Vivado, Vitis, PetaLinux, SDK). • PS/PL & Driver Integration : Proven experience with PS/PL integrati