Design-for-Test (DFT) Engineer — ASIC Backend – (Associate, Experienced, or Lead)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Boeing Space, Intelligence & Weapons Systems seeks DFT Engineers — ASIC Backend to join the Electronic Products team in El Segundo, CA, or Huntington Beach, CA. The role covers design, verification and post-silicon validation of test access mechanisms and related infrastructure.

We seek candidates across experience levels to design, validate and integrate DFT features within the chip design flow while collaborating with internal teams and external partners. Onsite requirement applies.

Qualifications

• This position requires a US Citizenship and ability to obtain a security clearance.
• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related field.
• 2+ years in Design for Testability (DFT) or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of ASIC/logic design flow, HDL, STA, and ECO processes.
• Hands-on with TAP/JTAG, IJTAG, Boundary Scan, MBIST, scan compression, ATPG, and silicon debug.
• Proficiency in scripting and DFT verification methodologies.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement DFT architectures: TAP/JTAG, IJTAG, BSCAN, MBIST, and scan compression
• Develop and validate TAP/JTAG and IJTAG infrastructures, BSDL/ICL/PDL artifacts, and ATPG pattern generation
• Drive pattern generation, coverage optimization, memory test validation, and silicon debugging
• Integrate DFT features across the chip design flow and collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Coordinate with external partners on custom DFT interfaces and security requirements
• Contribute to development and deployment of DFT methodologies for next-generation products
• Occasional travel and after-hours meetings during critical milestones

Skills

Design for Test

TAP/JTAG

IJTAG (IEEE 1687)

Boundary Scan

ATPG

Memory BIST

Scripting Tcl/Perl/Python

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's in Engineering

Tools

Verilog/SystemVerilog

ATPG tooling

BSDL/ICL

DFT verification tools

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 Space, Intelligence & Weapons Systems has an exciting opportunity for multiple Design-for-Test (DFT) Engineers — ASIC Backend 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 or Huntington Beach, CA.

Position Overview

The DFT team drives architecture, verification, and post-silicon validation for leading-edge ASICs. We seek engineers across experience levels (Jr → Principal) to design and validate test access mechanisms, memory BIST, scan compression, and related test infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement DFT architectures: TAP/JTAG, IJTAG (IEEE 1687), Boundary Scan (BSCAN), MBIST, and scan compression
• Develop and validate TAP/JTAG and IJTAG infrastructures, BSDL/ICL/PDL artifacts, and ATPG pattern generation
• Drive pattern generation, coverage optimization, memory test validation, and silicon debug (scan, at-speed, bring-up)
• Integrate DFT features across the chip design flow and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust DFT integration
• Coordinate with external partners/customers on custom DFT interfaces and security requirements when applicable
• Contribute to development and deployment of DFT methodologies for next-generation products
• Occasional travel and after-hours meetings during critical milestones

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 one of the listed locations.

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
• 2+ years of experience in Design for Testability (DFT) or equivalent (role level adjustable by experience).
• Strong knowledge of ASIC/logic design flow, HDL (Verilog/SystemVerilog), static timing analysis, and ECO processes.
• Hands‑on expertise with TAP/JTAG, IJTAG (IEEE 1687), Boundary Scan (IEEE 1149.1), MBIST, scan compression, ATPG, at-speed test, and silicon debug.
• Proficiency in scripting (Tcl/Perl/Python) and DFT verification methodologies.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Experienced, Level 3: 5+ years of related engineering experience
• Lead, Level 4: 9+ 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
• Requirements development and traceability experience
• FPGA implementation including constraints and timing closure
• Static timing analysis experience
• Understanding of timing fundamentals and CDC concepts
• Verification collaboration experience
• High-speed interfaces, processor integration, memory subsystems, or SoC integration
• Mentoring or technical leadership exposure
• 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.

Lead, Level 4: 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 9 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

Summary pay range for Lead, (Level 4): $146,200 - $197,800

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

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.