DSP Algorithms Engineer (Mid-Level or Lead)

The Boeing Company; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 119,850 - 162,150; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement savings plans

Flexible spending accounts

Paid time off

Job summary

The Boeing Company in El Segundo, California is looking for a motivated engineer to design and develop next-generation RF and digital satellite communication systems. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in engineering and experience in digital signal processing.

The role involves responsibilities such as performance analysis, system design verification, and conducting tests on communication systems, while adhering to a drug-free workplace policy.

Additional benefits include competitive salary, relocation assistance, and a comprehensive rewards package.

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain U.S. Security Clearance.
• 1+ years experience with Matlab or Simulink.
• 3+ years experience in digital communications and signal processing.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop RF and digital satellite communication systems.
• Conduct performance analysis of signal processing models.
• Support integration and testing of payloads and spacecraft.

Skills

Digital signal processing (DSP)

Algorithm development

Matlab

Simulink

Systems engineering

Leading teams

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related field

Tools

Oscilloscope

Signal generator

Spectrum analyzer

Job description

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

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. 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.).
• 1+ years of experience with Matlab or Simulink.
• 3+ years of experience in core digital communications and signal processing theory.
• 1+ years of experience in systems engineering (requirements definition, allocation, verification, architecture design, and trade design).

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Experience working with ASICs or FPGAs.
• Experience with performance characteristics of analog electronics or data converters (ADCs/DACs).
• Experience with digital/RF lab equipment (oscilloscope, signal generator, spectrum analyzer).
• 3+ years of experience with Matlab and/or Simulink.
• 5+ years of experience in digital signal processing or digital communications.
• 3+ years of experience in systems engineering concepts (requirements definition, allocation, verification, architecture design, and trade design).
• Leading teams.
• Leading IR&D activities.
• Mid‑level: 5 or more years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience.
• Lead Level: 9 or more years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience.

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 are 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 & Benefits

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that includes competitive base pay, variable compensation opportunities, and a variety of benefit programs (health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance, and paid/unpaid time away from work). Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary Pay Range for Mid‑level (Level 3): $119,850 – $162,150

Summary Pay Range for Lead level (Level 4): $146,200 – $197,800

Export Control Requirements

This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet these requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required.

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required.

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which U.S. Citizenship is required. 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.