FPGA/Embedded Systems Engineer

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

About Us:

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Our Objectives:

Boeing Korea Engineering and Technology Center (BKETC) is seeking an FPGA/Embedded Systems Engineer based in Seoul, South Korea.

In this role, you will contribute to the development, testing and integration of RIS(Reconfigurable Intelligent Surface) System in future aircraft connectivity. The ideal candidate thrives in a collaborative working environment and is committed to customer satisfaction and process improvement. Additionally, the candidate possesses critical thinking skills to resolve complex problems and should be eager to work with and learn new technologies. This is a highly visible, multi-year strategic effort that impacts all areas of the enterprise.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and develop FPGA and embedded systems for controlling RIS in aviation applications

• Design and verify FPGA-based digital control logic (Xilinx, Intel FPGA, etc.)

• Perform FPGA automatic code generation and simulation using Model-Based Development (MBD) tools (MATLAB/Simulink, HDL Coder)

• Integrate and optimize systems between FPGA and embedded processors (e.g., ARM Cortex)

• Design and debug interfaces between embedded hardware and software

• Prepare detailed design and verification documentation according to system requirements, and participate in design reviews

Basic Qualifications:

• Experience in FPGA design and implementation (using VHDL or Verilog)

• Experience in embedded software programming (C/C++, RTOS)

• Proficiency with FPGA development tools (Xilinx Vivado, Intel Quartus, etc.)

• Strong debugging and problem-solving skills for embedded systems

• Experience in designing and verifying interfaces between FPGA and embedded hardware

• Excellent technical documentation and presentation skills

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define research objectives, scope, and methodologies, and contribute to project planning and execution.

• Applicants must have the enthusiasm to learn new technologies and improve their skillsets

• Proper English communication skill in verbal and written

Preferred Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, Embedded Systems with at least 5 years of experience Master’s degree with at least 3 years of experience; or doctoral degree;

• Experience in aerospace or aviation-related system projects

• Knowledge or experience in aviation standards and airworthiness certification processes (DO-254, DO-178C) 

• Development experience using Model-Based Design methodologies (MATLAB, Simulink)

• Experience implementing FPGA-based AI accelerators or reinforcement learning algorithms

• Experience in developing RIS(Reconfigurable Intelligent Surface) or phased-array antenna control logic

• Participation in national or international R&D projects, especially industry-academia collaborations

• Understanding and experience with relevant IEEE or other international standards

Boeing Korea has officially been certified as a “Best Family Friendly Management” company by the Republic of Korea Ministry of Gender Equality and Family.  

Applications for this position will be accepted until May. 07, 2026

Export Control Requirements:

This is not an Export Control position.

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

Not a Shift Worker (Korea, Republic of)

Equal Opportunity Employer:

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law.

We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world’s most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are proud members of the Valuable 500 and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.

Experience Level
Individual Contributor
Contingent Upon Program Award
No, this position is not contingent upon program award

Schedule
Full time

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.