Associate Radio Frequency (RF) - Microwave Engineer

The Boeing Company; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 99,000 - 133,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

The Boeing Company in El Segundo, CA is seeking an Associate RF - Microwave Engineer (Level 2) to design RF modules for advanced phased array satellite payloads. You will collaborate with senior engineers and leadership to grow technical skills in a dynamic defense-focused environment.

The role requires a BS in Engineering and 2+ years of experience, with the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance (Top Secret/SCI).

Qualifications

• Requires ability to obtain U.S. Security Clearance (Top Secret/SCI) before start.
• BS in Engineering with focus in Electrical/Mechanical/Aeronautical or related field.
• 2+ years of related work experience or equivalent education.
• Strong knowledge of electronics and RF/microwave principles.

Responsibilities

• Develops RF wiring boards and modules for phased array satellite payloads.
• Architects system integration at higher levels and platforms.
• Creates gain-loss budgets to predict RF performance under conditions.
• Performs modeling and simulations to optimize designs.
• Defines tests to validate designs against requirements.
• Manages supplier/partner performance to meet requirements.
• Supports products throughout their lifecycle.

Skills

RF/Microwave theory

Design verification

Security clearance eligibility

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related field

Tools

AWR Microwave Office

HFSS

ADS

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.

Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) is looking for an Associate Radio Frequency (RF) - Microwave Engineer (Level 2) to support the Space Electronics organization in El Segundo, California.

As a RF/Microwave Engineer, you will develop RF modules on advanced phased array electronics for satellite payload products. You have an opportunity to work with Senior Engineering Teammates and Technical Leadership Experts to grow your skillset.

Position Responsibilities:

• Develops and designs RF printed wiring boards, and RF modules, for advanced phased array electronics for satellite payload products
• Develops architectures to integrate systems and components into higher level systems and platforms
• Creates and validates gain-loss budgets to understand RF performance over environmental conditions, life, and part-to-part variation
• Performs trade studies, modeling, simulation and other forms of analysis to predict component, interconnects and system performance and to optimize design around established requirements
• Defines and conducts tests to validate performance of designs to requirements
• Manages appropriate aspects of supplier and partner performance to ensure compliance to requirements
• Provides support to products throughout lifecycle

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/ Experience):

• This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship as a condition of employment (A final U.S. Top Secret/SCI 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
• 2+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Possesses comprehensive knowledge of electronics, RF/microwave principles, theories, and test techniques

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering
• Knowledge in some, or all, of the following subjects:
  • Electromagnetics and RF/Microwave theory
  • RF circuit design (active and passive)
  • RF Gain-Loss budget of cascaded RF circuits/systems
  • Printed circuit board layout and design
  • Design tools: AWR Microwave Office, HFSS, ADS

Conflict of Interest:

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

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.

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility. Note: Basic relocation will be offered for eligible internal candidates.

Pay and Benefits:

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: $98,600 - $133,400

Applications for this position will be accepted until Oct. 14, 2026

Export Control Requirements:

This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Export Control Details:

US based job, US Person required

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

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. Top Secret/SCI 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.