Firmware Engineer

View this video View our Career Video Length: 2:39 min BAE Systems is the premier global defense and aerospace company delivering a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, information technology solutions and customer support services. With 97,500 employees worldwide, BAE Systems' sales exceeded $31.4 billion in 2007.BAE Systems Platform Solutions serves aerospace and defense end users and prime contractors with capabilities and products that improve operational safety and enhance mission effectiveness. Platform Solutions supports a wide range of military and commercial platforms, including fixed-wing and rotary-wing aircraft, ground vehicles, and unmanned vehicles with capabilities in vehicle management, human-machine interface, precision guidance, and power systems. The company also is developing integrated capabilities in all-weather operation, power management, real-time cockpit information, prognostics and health management, and air traffic management. Responsibilities include insuring the analysis, design, documentation, testing, implementation, and maintenance of software/firmware which emphasizes mathematical modeling, algorithm development, or architecture optimization. Additional duties include providing necessary technical support and interface for process reviews, systems tests, planning, budgeting, and business development efforts. Will perform integration, test and debug to identify and resolve product failures and analyze software/firmware and system integrity. Computer proficiency, software development, multi-tasking, work planning and knowledge of engineering standards and practices. Demonstrated ability to plan, schedule, and perform to commitments. Good communication and interpersonal skills. BSCE, BSCS, BSEE and at least 3 years of experience required. Minimum Skills/Background: Experienced with Algorithm development for closed loop controls Experienced with Matlab/Simulink Exposure to power applicationsPreferred/pluses: Worked with Xilinx FPGAs Worked with Xilinx FPGA development tools or third party tools Worked with Xilinx System Generator tool Used Matlab/Simulink for modeling & in conjunction with System Generator Developed control laws for motor drive, inverters, and converters 10 kW & higher Familiar with PowerPC 5554 family Familiar with C, C++ Prior Defense industry experience People are the greatest asset in any Company ...BAE Systems is committed to a high performance culture and provides an environment that challenges our employees to be remarkable and obtain their full potential.We are an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer that understands the value of diversity and its impact on a high performance culture.Join us ... To Apply for this position, please CLICK HERE Learn about BAE Systems  |  View all BAE Systems opportunities  |