ASIC Physical Design Engineer — Synthesis and Timing – (Associate or Experienced)

Boeing; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 99,000 - 162,000; Full time

Job summary

Boeing Space, Intelligence & Weapons Systems in El Segundo, CA is hiring ASIC Physical Design Engineers – Synthesis and Timing to own parts of the physical design flow for mission-critical space applications. You’ll work onsite and collaborate with architecture, RTL, verification and external backend teams.

The role emphasizes hands-on experience with synthesis, STA, ECOs, timing convergence and signoff flows, in a fast-paced aerospace environment, with relocation offered for eligible candidates.

Qualifications

• Requires US Citizenship for security clearance eligibility.
• 1+ years of practical experience in synthesis and static timing analysis.
• Experience with industry-standard EDA tools for synthesis, STA and EC.

Responsibilities

• Drive frontend and backend implementation including synthesis, EC, floor-planning, timing constraints, timing and power convergence, and ECO implementation.
• Ensure clean netlist handoffs and predictable convergence with RTL, verification, DFT and backend partners.
• Support chip-level integration, top-level timing closure, signoff readiness, and tapeout activities.
• Contribute to methodology, automation, tool evaluations and flow documentation.
• Troubleshoot cross-domain timing issues and propose robust fixes.

Skills

US Citizenship

Synthesis & STA

Timing convergence

DFT/UPF power intent

Scripting Tcl Python Perl

EDA tooling experience

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Synthesis tools

STA tools

Equivalence-checking tools

Job description

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.

Position Overview

Boeing Space, Intelligence & Weapons Systems has an exciting opportunity for multiple ASIC Physical Design Engineers – Synthesis and Timing to join us as part of our Boeing Electronic Products team at the heart of Boeing’s products to support advanced digital subsystem development in an aerospace environment in El Segundo, CA.

We are hiring an ASIC Physical Design Engineer — Synthesis and Timing to help implement advanced SoCs used in mission-critical satellite and space applications. You will own portions of the full physical design flow—from synthesis and STA through ECOs and tapeout—collaborating closely with architecture, RTL, verification and outside companies.

Key Responsibilities

• Help in driving frontend and backend implementation including synthesis, equivalence checking, floor-planning, timing constraints, timing and power convergence, and ECO implementation
• Ensure clean netlist handoffs and predictable convergence by partnering with RTL, verification, DFT, and backend partner companies
• Support chip‑level integration, top‑level timing closure, signoff readiness, and tapeout activities
• Contribute to methodology, automation, tool evaluations, and flow documentation
• Troubleshoot complex cross‑domain timing issues and propose robust, repeatable fixes

Boeing continuously shapes the future of aerospace and space systems, advancing U.S. leadership in space while amplifying human creativity and intelligence. As a Boeing engineer, you’ll join a diverse, collaborative team solving high‑impact challenges in complex semiconductor design. If you value a company that supports strong work–life balance and meaningful technical work, Boeing is the place to be.

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at the listed location.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• 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.
• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus in Electrical, Mechanical or Aeronautical), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement
• 1+ years of practical experience in synthesis and static timing analysis (STA)
• Solid understanding of timing convergence, constraints generation/management, and logic synthesis at block or full‑chip level
• Familiarity with DFT, UPF/CPF power intent, ECO implementation, and signoff flows
• Experience with industry-standard EDA tools for synthesis, STA, and equivalence checking
• Proficiency in scripting (Tcl, Python, Perl) for flow automation and analysis
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Experienced, Level 3: 5+ years of related engineering experience
• Bachelor’s Degree or Master's Degree in EE, Computer Engineering/Science, or related field
• Active U.S. Secret Security Clearance
• Experience with large, timing‑challenging ASIC blocks and cross‑domain timing convergence
• Hands‑on experience across the complete physical design flow (synthesis, floorplanning, P&R, CTS, STA, physical verification)
• Background in radiation‑hardened or space‑qualified ASIC design
• Experience working in multi‑disciplinary teams, vendors and with external Backend partners
• Familiarity with industry-standard tools and methodologies

Conflict of Interest:

Successful candidate for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

Typical Education/Experience:

Associate, Level 2: 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 2 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. Master). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.

Experienced, Level 3: Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), computer science, engineering data science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 5 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience or non-US equivalent qualifications. 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 will be offered for eligible internal candidates.

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.

Shift Work:

This position is for 1st shift.

Total Rewards:

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 for Associate, (Level 2): $98,600 - $133,400

Summary pay range for Experienced, (Level 3): $119,850 - $162,150

Applications for this position will be accepted until Sept. 26, 2026

Export Control Requirements:

This is not an Export Control position.

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required

Security Clearance

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

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.