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Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS), Space and Launch Division, seeks an RF Communications Systems Engineer to join the Payload Systems Engineering team in El Segundo, California.  Our team works with commercial, civil, MILSATCOM, and proprietary customers in the development of the next-generation technologies in space, focusing on RF and digital satellite communications systems.  We are directly involved in all facets of engineering including payload architecture development, proposal writing, requirements definition and allocation, RF performance analysis, and verification planning and execution including test.

The position provides an opportunity to work with experienced, interdisciplinary teams to develop unique systems to meet challenging requirements on one of our many exciting programs.  You will design, develop, and deliver state-of-the-art communications payload systems for space-based applications. You will interact with customers, suppliers, program management, and integration and test engineers.

Position Responsibilities:

• Design, analyze, and verify next generation RF and digital space communications systems.
• Develop payload architectures, generate proposals, and identify and resolve trade studies.
• Generate, allocate, verify, validate, and sell-off system and payload level requirements.
• Create RF performance and functional analyses and simulation.
• Prepare and initiate system and payload design reviews.
• Develop, initiate, and analyze data for system and payload tests.
• Troubleshoot and resolve test anomalies.
• Perform system-level CONOPS development, functional analysis, and decomposition.
• Coordinate across interdisciplinary teams and participate in the identification and resolution of cross-functional technical issues.
• Foster strong customer relationships.
• Lead payload systems engineering efforts and program payload team.
• Mentor communication systems engineers.
• Lead the program in additional roles that evolve with the program lifecycle.

This position is expected to be fully onsite.  The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at the listed location.

This position requires the ability to obtain a US Security Clearance for which the US Government requires US Citizenship as a condition of employment. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

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

• 5+ year of experience with systems engineering

• 5+ years of RF systems analysis experience (such as gain-loss budgets, G/T and EIRP, passband performance, phase noise etc.)

• 5+ years of experience within the aerospace, defense, or similar high-tech industry

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Level 5: 14+ years of work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience 

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Systems or Electrical Engineering

• 5+ years of experience with RF communications system design, development, and/or verification

• Experience leading technical teams or projects

• Experience managing customer relationships

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Technical degree in electrical engineering (with communications systems emphasis)

• Experience with Matlab/Simulink, C, Python, and C++

• Experience with digital/RF communications hardware and lab equipment

• Experience with digital signal processing (DSP) and antenna theory

Typical Education/Experience:

Lead (Level 4)

Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 9 or more years related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. PhD+4 years related work experience, Master+7 years related work experience). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.

Senior (Level 5)

Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 14 or more years related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. PhD+9 years related work experience, Master+12 years related work experience). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility. NOTE: Basic relocation is available for internal candidates, based on candidate eligibility.

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.

Additional Information:

This worksite participates in Boeing’s optional 9/80 schedule rotation.  9/80 is a rotation in which employees can work 9-hour shifts, 8 days per pay period (bi-weekly) and receive every other Friday off.

Shift:

This position is for 1st shift. Occasional alternative shifts as need

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.

Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only.  Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as spanet and business considerations.  

Summary Pay Range (Lead, Level 4): $128,350 – $173,650

Summary Pay Range (Senior, Level 5): $157,250 – $212,750

Export Control Requirements: U.S. Government Export Control Status: 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

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.