Computer Systems Engineer 4

CHIPTON-ROSS Inc.; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Chipton-Ross seeks a Computer Systems Engineer to support development and integration of space payload emulators in El Segundo, CA. The role centers on hands-on hardware/software development for embedded Xilinx SoC/FPGA platforms and front-end UI/UX control interfaces.

Ideal candidates will work closely with hardware, firmware, software, and test engineers to bring up hardware, integrate software/logic, and build intuitive emulator interfaces in a lab setting.

Qualifications

• 5-9 years of professional experience in embedded hardware/software development and integration.
• Hands-on experience with Xilinx SoC/MPSoC architectures (Zynq UltraScale+, Versal).
• Proficiency with Xilinx design tools (Vivado, Vitis, PetaLinux, SDK).
• Experience with PS/PL integration, embedded Linux/RTOS, and board bring-up.
• Frontend GUI development using Java (JavaFX/Swing) or JavaScript (React, Vue, Angular, Electron).
• Strong lab troubleshooting with oscilloscopes, DMMs, and JTAG debuggers.

Responsibilities

• Develop and integrate embedded software and firmware on Xilinx platforms (Zynq UltraScale+, Versal).
• Implement PS/PL interfaces, AXI interconnects, and memory maps.
• Develop BSPs, PetaLinux, device drivers, and low-level communications (PCIe, Ethernet, SPI, I2C, UART).
• Lead hands-on bring-up, lab integration, and system-level debugging in a lab environment.

Skills

Embedded development

Xilinx platforms

PS/PL integration

Embedded Linux/RTOS

Java GUI

JavaScript frameworks

Lab debugging

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

PhD

Tools

Vivado

Vitis

PetaLinux

SDK

Git

GitLab

Docker

Job description

Chipton-Ross is seeking 3 Computer Systems Engineer 4's for a contract opportunity in El Segundo, CA.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):

• 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.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

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 Client 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.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):

• 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.

REQUIRED EDUCATION:

Minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree and 9 or more years' experience, Master's with 7 or more years' experience or PhD with 4 or more years' experience. Bachelor, Master or Doctorate of Science degree from an accredited course of study, in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry.

WORK HOURS:

Full-Time/First Shift

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

ADDITIONAL:

Applicants responding to this position will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements by currently possessing the ability to view classified government information.

Domestic travel required. Less than 10%.