DSP Algorithms Engineer (Lead or Senior)

Boeing; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 177,000 - 239,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Relocation assistance

Retirement plans

Job summary

The Boeing Company in El Segundo, CA is seeking DSP Algorithms Engineers at Lead or Senior level to design and develop advanced space-based communication systems. You will work on satellite payloads, leading teams and collaborating with customers and internal stakeholders in a highly dynamic environment.

Ideal candidates have extensive DSP/communications experience, strong system engineering skills, and hands-on FPGA/ASIC exposure.

Qualifications

• Experience in DSP/communications algorithms (equalization, coding/decoding, channel estimation).
• 3+ years with Matlab or Simulink.
• 5+ years of core digital communications and signal processing theory.
• 3+ years of systems engineering (requirements, verification, architecture).
• 1+ years with FPGAs or ASICs.

Responsibilities

• Designing and developing RF and digital satellite communication systems.
• Developing and verifying multi-rate, fixed-point signal processing algorithms.
• Conducting performance analysis of signal processing models.
• Performing waveform development and characterization.
• Leading teams and IR&D activities.

Skills

DSP algorithms

Matlab/Simulink

Digital communications

Systems engineering

FPGA/ASICs

Education

Bachelor of Science in engineering or related field

Tools

Lab equipment

Job description

DSP Algorithms Engineer (Lead or Senior) Company: The Boeing Company

Location: El Segundo, CA. 100% onsite. This worksite participates in Boeing’s optional 9/80 schedule rotation.

Boeing Defense, Space and Security is seeking DSP Algorithms Engineers (Lead or Senior) to join the Space, Intelligence and Weapons Systems teams. As a DSP Algorithms Engineer, you will design and develop state-of-the-art, space-based communication systems for commercial, civil and/or national security programs. You will actively drive a highly-motivated team that works with domestic or international customers on their latest satellite systems. Project assignments typically span the unit life cycle, from internal trades, concept studies and system definition, to satellite unit development and test. Candidates will belong to or lead a systems engineering team interacting with customers, suppliers, program management, integration and test engineers, and senior technologists.

Position Responsibilities

• Designing and developing next generation RF and digital satellite communication systems
• Developing and verifying multi-rate, fixed-point signal processing algorithms
• Conducting performance analysis of signal processing models
• Performing waveform development and characterization
• Performing trade studies
• Supporting integration and test of our payloads and spacecraft from unit level through in-orbit operations
• Supporting HDL-level design and verification
• Performing detailed system design and verification activities
• Leading teams
• Leading IR&D activities

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. A final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.
• Bachelor of Science degree in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science.
• Experience in Digital signal processing (DSP) / Digital Communications algorithms and techniques (equalization, turbo/viterbi coding/decoding, channel estimation, filter design, resampling theory, etc.)? 3+ years of experience with Matlab or Simulink.
• 5+ years of experience in core digital communications and signal processing theory
• 3+ years of experience in systems engineering (requirements definition, allocation, verification, architecture design and trade design).
• 1+ years of experience working with FPGAs or ASICs.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Experience with lab equipment (oscilloscope, waveform generator, spectrum analyzer).
• Experience leading teams of engineers.
• Lead level: 9 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience.
• Senior level: 14 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience.

Pay & Benefits

• Summary Pay Range - Lead Level: $146,200 – 197,800
• Summary Pay Range - Senior Level: $176,800 - $239,200
• 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 are met as outlined in our policies.
• Health and Benefit Programs: 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.
• Relocation: This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.
• Note: Basic relocation will be offered for eligible internal candidates.

Security & Compliance

• 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.
• Export Control Requirement: 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.
• Safety Sensitive: This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.

Shift

• Shift: Shift 1 (United States of America)

Equal Opportunity & Diversity

• 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.
• EEO is the law.
• Applicant Privacy.
• Boeing Participates in E – Verify.
• E-Verify (English)
• E-Verify (Spanish)
• Right to Work Statement.
• Right to Work (English)
• Right to Work (Spanish)

Boeing is committed to protecting, connecting and exploring our world and beyond, safely and sustainably. From the seabed to outer space, you can contribute to work that matters with a company where diversity, equity and inclusion are shared values. We’re committed to fostering an environment that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive of every teammate, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.