Staff VxWorks Embedded Engineer (AHT)
Northrop GrummanAbout the role
Description
At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.Northrop Grumman is looking for a Staff VxWorks Embedded Engineer specializing in VxWorks and Xilinx BSPs to develop and maintain the software layer that bridges the VxWorks real-time operating system (RTOS) with Xilinx hardware platforms.
This position will be located onsite at our Northridge, CA location. This is an on-site position. Remote work is not available.
Key Responsibilities:
Write and maintain the BSP, which is the software layer that allows VxWorks to interact with the specific Xilinx hardware (e.g., Zynq, Zynq UltraScale+).
This includes device driver development for peripherals like UART, SPI, I2C, Ethernet, etc.
Ensure the BSP is robust, reliable, and optimized for the target hardware.
Thoroughly test and validate the VxWorks RTOS on the Xilinx platform, ensuring it meets performance, security, and reliability requirements.
Optimize VxWorks for specific applications and hardware configurations.
Troubleshoot and debug issues related to VxWorks and the BSP.
Develop and integrate applications that run on the VxWorks RTOS on the Xilinx platform.
This may include tasks such as data acquisition, control algorithms, and communication protocols.
Work closely with hardware engineers, software architects, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless integration and communication.
Document the BSP and application code thoroughly.
In summary, as a VxWorks embedded software engineer specializing in VxWorks and Xilinx BSPs, you will be a key player in bringing embedded systems to life, ensuring they perform reliably and efficiently on Xilinx hardware platforms.
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related STEM degree with 12+ years of embedded software experience, OR Master’s Degree with 10+ years of embedded software, OR Ph.D. with 8+years of embedded software experience
Strong proficiency in C/C++ with VxWorks RTOS
Experience executing in a RTOS environment (i.e., RT-Linux, FreeRTOS, VxWorks, GH Integrity)
Experience with VxWorks at the board support package/OS level.
Experience in multi-disciplinary team collaboration
**Current Government Secret security clearance adjudicated within the past 5 years.
Preferred Qualifications:
Strong understanding of Object-Oriented Design and hardware/software integration
Understanding of Xilinx hardware platforms (e.g., Zynq, Zynq UltraScale+) and their peripherals is necessary.
Strong skills in testing, debugging, and troubleshooting embedded systems are essential.
Experience and demonstrated ability to lead, manage, mentor a small technical team
Experience with hardware validation and verification of RF, digital or mixed signal devices
Experience with lab instruments such as noise and signal generators; logic, spectrum, and network analyzers; and power sources and switches
An active security clearance.
Living in Northridge offers a perfect combination of urban living with the beauty of nature. It is a short drive away from downtown Los Angeles, the Hollywood Hills, or the rest of the San Fernando Valley. Take advantage of your flexible work schedule to enjoy shopping at the local Northridge Fashion Center or spend time at the local Recreation Center as well as easy access to nearby protected natural areas such as the Chatsworth Reservoir, the Santa Susana Pass State
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