Computer Engineer (Job ID:4573)

Valkyrie Enterprises Inc.; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Valkyrie Enterprises in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Computer Engineer to support the design, integration, and operation of real-time laboratory test systems. You will work with hardware and software integration, embedded systems, and lab equipment within Linux or real-time environments, ensuring accurate data collection and diagnostics.

Responsibilities include developing control software, configuring test frameworks, troubleshooting system interfaces, and documenting designs and procedures for

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 8+ years in computer engineering.
• Experience with hardware/software integration or real-time systems development.
• Proficient in Linux systems.
• Programming experience in C/C++ or similar compiled languages.
• Ability to debug hardware/software interoperability issues.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to document designs, procedures, and technical results.

Responsibilities

• Support the design and development of real-time test and simulation systems. Integrate hardware components, embedded systems, and laboratory equipment with real-time software environments.
• Configure and operate real-time system frameworks, test executives, and simulation tools.
• Develop and maintain software used for system control, data collection, and diagnostic functions.
• Integrate high-speed I/O devices such as PCIe cards into Linux or real-time operating systems.
• Troubleshoot system-level issues involving hardware, software, and interfaces.
• Assist with test planning, execution, data analysis, and reporting.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams (hardware, software, test, systems).
• Maintain system documentation, configuration records, and lab procedures.
• Coordinate with vendors and customers for equipment, technical support, and system integration.

Skills

Linux systems

C/C++ programming

Real-time systems

Hardware/software integration

Debugging hardware/software

Technical documentation

Communication & teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer/ Electrical/ Software Engineering or related field

Tools

GDB

Git

VS Code

Job description

Position: Computer Engineer (Job ID:4573)

Location: Huntsville, AL

Remote Status: On-Site

Job Id: 4573

# of Openings: 1

Computer Engineer

Purpose

• Valkyrie Enterprises is seeking a Computer Engineer to support the design, integration, and operation of real-time laboratory test systems in our Huntsville, AL engineering facilities.
• The ideal candidate has experience working with hardware/software integration, real-time operating environments, and laboratory test equipment.

Job Description

• Support the design and development of real-time test and simulation systems. Integrate hardware components, embedded systems, and laboratory equipment with real-time software environments.
• Configure and operate real-time system frameworks, test executives, and simulation tools.
• Develop and maintain software used for system control, data collection, and diagnostic functions.
• Integrate high-speed I/O devices such as PCIe cards into Linux or real-time operating systems.
• Troubleshoot system-level issues involving hardware, software, and interfaces.
• Assist with test planning, execution, data analysis, and reporting.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams (hardware, software, test, systems).
• Maintain system documentation, configuration records, and lab procedures.
• Coordinate with vendors and customers for equipment, technical support, and system integration.

Required Qualifications

• Must have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field and at least 8 years of experience in computer engineering.
• Must have experience with hardware/software integration or real-time systems development.
• Must be proficient in Linux systems.
• Must have programming experience with C/C++ or similar compiled languages.
• Must have the ability to debug hardware/software interoperability issues.
• Must have strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Must have the ability to document designs, procedures, and technical results.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with real-time operating systems or simulation environments, preferred.
• Experience using tools such as GDB, Git, and VS Code (or similar IDEs), preferred.
• Familiarity with integrating instrumentation or test equipment in lab environments, preferred.
• Experience with high-speed I/O interfaces (PCIe, Ethernet, etc.), preferred.

Security Requirements

• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance.

Travel Requirements

• Minimal Travel; 10% or less
• If position requires travel by domestic flight or access to secure federal facilities/military bases, candidate must be able to obtain (by start of position) and maintain appropriate identification credentials, such as REAL ID. (More information regarding REAL ID can be found: https://www.dhs.gov/real-id)

Physical Requirements

• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing, or sitting for prolonged periods
• Able to sit and work on a computer for long periods of time
• Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another
• Communicating with others to exchange information
• Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds

Pre-Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment with Valkyrie Enterprises is contingent upon the successful completion of all applicable pre-employment requirements. Depending on the position, these may include a criminal background investigation, employment and education verification, pre-employment drug screening, driving record review, security clearance eligibility, government installation access, and any other customer or contract-specific requirements. Failure to successfully meet any required pre-employment condition may result in the withdrawal of the contingent offer of employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Valkyrie strictly adheres to a policy of equal employment opportunity. This policy is based on Valkyrie's commitment to hire and retain qualified employees consistent with position requirements; and to seek, employ, promote and treat all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, physical disability, mental disability, age, military status or protected veteran status, marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition, genetic information or sexual orientation or other protected characteristics.

Benefits

Additionally, Valkyrie Enterprises provides a variety of benefits to eligible employees to support your best health, wellness, and future, to include medical/dental/vision options, company paid life and disability insurances, 401k with match, education reimbursement, as well as company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).