Advanced Space Based Communications and Sensor Testbed Engineer with Security Clearance

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. The Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) team is seeking a Lead or Senior Space Communications and Sensor Payload Systems Engineer to join the team in El Segundo, CA. The Space, Intelligence & Weapons Systems Engineering Team creates the next generation products and services for the BDS business unit. We work with proprietary customers to develop the next-generation technologies in space. Our group works all facets of engineering from technology investment, concept development, proposal writing, requirements and design, build, integration, test, and demonstration of products in their relevant environments. The Advanced Space Based Communications and Sensor Testbed Lead will be a part of a high-performing team that are immersed in high intensity development projects. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to design, develop, test, and deliver state-of-the-art space-based systems. This position will work on a multidisciplinary development team aimed to turn the latest theoretical technologies into reality. Project assignments typically span the complete program life cycle, from internal trades, concept studies and system definition, to satellite development, launch, and on-orbit operations and test. Primary Responsibilities: Design, develop, analyze, and test next generation laser, RF and digital space-based communication and/or sensor payloads
Define payload requirements and document payload interfaces
Perform system-level CONOPS development, functional analysis, and requirement decomposition
Support modeling, simulation, and emulation efforts for disruptive technologies under research & development
Support hands-on lab-based brass board development to implement industries latest technologies
Support hardware development, procurement, design reviews, and sell-off
Support hardware, software, and firmware integration and test activities
Develop analysis tools using programs such as: MATLAB, Excel, and / or other object-oriented software platforms
Perform system test preparation, execution, troubleshooting, and verification Active U.S Top Secret/SCI with CI or FS Poly / Special Program Access or other Government Access Requirements are mandatory for this position . Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience): Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science.
Lead (Level 4): 9 or more years' related engineering work experience or an equivalent combination of education and engineering experience. (e.g. Master+7 years' related work experience, PhD+4 years' related work experience) Senior (Level 5): 14 or more years' related engineering work experience or an equivalent combination of education and engineering experience (e.g. Master years' related work experience, PhD+9 years' related work experience) Lead (Level 4): 5 or more years' experience leading or managing multi-disciplinary engineering projects teams
Senior (Level 5): 10 or more years' experience leading or managing multi-disciplinary engineering projects teams
Experience with RF sensor or communication payloads
Experience with digital payload design, analysis, development, and verification
Experience in new technology or product/capability development
Demonstrated leadership for driving issue resolution and mitigating technical risk Preferred (Desired) Qualifications: Experience with satellite or terrestrial digital communication systems
Experience working with laser based communication systems
Experience with Matlab, Python, C .NET, etc
Experience with Model Based Engineering tools and languages such as Enterprise Architecture, Cameo, MagicDraw, and UML/SysML
Experience with SAFe / Agile practices
Experience with Git and JIRA
Ability to create, innovate, and achieve what was once said to be unachievable Relocation is not available for this position. Drug-Free Workplace: Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies. Total Rewards & Pay Transparency: At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements. Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Summary pay range: Summary pay range for lead level (Level 4): $ 128,350 - $173,650 Summary pay range for senior level (Level 5): $ 157,250 - $212,750 Applications for this position will be accepted until May. 15, 2025 Export Control Requirements: This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.15 is required. "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee. Export Control Details: US based job, US Person required Education Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required Relocation Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Security Clearance This position requires an active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) U.S. Security Clearance with an adjudicated Counterintelligence or Full Scope Polygraph (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active.). Visa Sponsorship Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status. Shift This position is for 1st shift Equal Opportunity Employer: 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.