Engineer II Software Systems

Company: Ball Corporation
Location: Albuquerque
Posted on: November 20, 2020

Job Description:

Engineer II - Software Systems Company: Ball Aerospace Location: Albuquerque, NM, US, 87106 Date: Oct 29, 2020 Job Category: Engineering/ Technical Req. ID: 5320 Powered by endlessly curious people with an unwavering mission focus, Ball Aerospace pioneers discoveries that enable our customers to perform beyond expectation and protect what matters most. We create innovative space solutions, enable more accurate weather forecasts, drive insightful observations of our planet, deliver actionable data and intelligence, and ensure those who defend our freedom go forward bravely and return home safely. For more information, visit Ball Aerospace Career Site or connect with us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter or Instagram. The Engineering Strategic Support Unit comprises the organizational talent and technical leadership that enables the successful delivery of high-impact discriminating technologies for our customers' missions. Our collaborative, cross-functional teams are committed to innovation, integrity, continual learning and strong execution. Engineer II - Software Systems What You'll Do: * Design, develop, test and integrate test system software and hardware for a variety of applications including: subsystem command and data handling, low level hardware control, automation, custom interfaces, and communication software for ground, airborne and/or space systems * Participate in the following activities: requirements definition, analysis and decomposition, support system level architecture definition and software design. * Participate in department activities to improve methods and processes * Work under formal software development methodologies. * Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule. * Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Support Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others to maintain a positive and productive work environment. * Perform other duties as necessary. What You'll Need: * BS degree or higher in Engineering or a related technical field is required, plus 5 or more years of related experience. * Each higher-level degree, i.e., Master's Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of experience. Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education. * Experience with LabVIEW architectures and technologies is required. * Experience with LabVIEW Real-Time, LabVIEW FPGA, LabVIEW Object Oriented programming, state machines, intra-process communications, and cross application communications is desired. * Experience with databases, data structures, PID algorithms, vision analysis, VeriStand, VeriStand Custom Devices, Device Drivers, Requirements Gateway and instrumentation is desired. * Experience with Ruby, Matlab, Simulink and SQL is desired. * Experience configuring and interfacing to instrumentation across various protocols, including RS-232, GPIB, DAQmx, VXI, RIO, TCP-IP, USB, Spacewire, 1553, CameraLink, and other related technologies is desired. * Experience with instrumentation including scopes, DMMs, DMIs, motion, cameras, power supplies, temperature monitors, waveform generators, spectrum analyzers is desired. * Ability to modify and maintain existing software code and architecture and to work within department standards and to help architect those standards as part of a team. * Ability to interface and coordinate with other engineering disciplines and cross-functional teams. * Ability to grasp new technical concepts including hardware/software interactions, real-time processing, and concepts of operations. * Self-starter, good interpersonal and communication skills, ability to work independently and on a team. * Working knowledge of configuration management principles. * Working knowledge of software quality principles. * NI Certified LabVIEW Developer (CLD) certification is required within 6 months of starting at Ball. * TS/SCI or current SSBI desired but not required. Working Conditions: * Work is performed in an office, laboratory, production floor, or clean room, outdoors or remote research environment. * May occasionally work in production work centers where use of protective equipment and gear is required. * May access other facilities in various weather conditions. * Travel and local commute between Ball campuses and other possible non-Ball locations may be required. A current DoD clearance and/or SCI access with Polygraph is not required to be eligible for this position, however applicant must be willing and eligible for submission within 60-90 days after an offer is accepted and must be able to maintain the applicable clearance/access. By applying to this position, you are agreeing to complete a National Security Clearance Pre-Screen Questionnaire to evaluate your general ability to obtain the required security clearance or government customer access associated with this position. Relocation for this position is available. US CITIZENSHIP IS REQUIRED Ball Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. Nearest Major Market: Albuquerque

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