Computer Systems Engineer 3

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Overview

Must be able to obtain a Secret Clearance. US Citizenship Required. We are seeking a Computer Systems Engineer with 5–9 years of professional experience to support the development and integration of space payload emulators in El Segundo, CA. In support of Company 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.

Key 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.
• 12+ months — possible extension and possible FTE opportunity.

Requirements

What you'll need

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline.
• Experience: 5–9 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 integration, embedded Linux / RTOS, board bring‑up, and device driver development.
• Front‑End Development: Practical development experience creating user interfaces and GUIs using Java (e.g., JavaFX/Swing) or JavaScript (e.g., React, Node, Vue, Electron) frameworks.
• Lab & Debugging: Strong hands‑on lab troubleshooting and debugging skills using lab test equipment (logic analyzers, DMMs, oscilloscopes, JTAG debuggers).
• Team Collaboration: Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and collaborate proactively in multidisciplinary, lab‑centric engineering teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience developing custom FPGA IP, working with High‑Level Synthesis (HLS), or interfacing with custom hardware peripherals.
• Experience with high‑speed serial protocols and network communications (10GbE, PCIe, Aurora, SpaceWire, MIL‑STD‑1553).
• Experience building real‑time data streaming and command‑and‑control (C2) visualization tools for space or aerospace test systems.
• Familiarity with CI/CD build pipelines, automated testing, and containerized workflows (Docker) for embedded targets.
• Demonstrated technical leadership during complex hardware/software integration campaigns.
• Bachelor's degree and typically 5 or more years' experience in an engineering classification or a Master's degree with typically 3 or more years' experience in an engineering classification or a PhD degree with experience in an engineering classification.

What CTS provides on eligible assignments

• 3 medical plans Dental & vision HSA access 401(k) + Roth 6 paid holidays
• +40 hrs every 2,000 hours
• Direct deposit
• Referral bonus

* Benefits and eligibility vary based on assignment, work location, employment classification and plan requirements.