Electrophysics Engineer (Antennas & Propagation) - Associate, Mid-Level, or Senior

Boeing; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 99,000 - 198,000; Full time

Job summary

Boeing Defense, Space & Security seeks an RF Engineer to join the team in El Segundo, California. The role focuses on designing, developing, and delivering state-of-the-art RF systems for space-based applications, working with cross-functional teams and external partners to meet mission objectives.

The position emphasizes hands-on RF testing, antenna and passive microwave design, and collaboration across engineering disciplines to support satellite programs from concept through deployment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Engineering, Physics or related STEM field.
• 2+ years of related RF experience (Level 2).
• Hands-on RF test and development experience.
• Knowledge of passive microwave devices (filters, switches, circulators).
• Experience with HFSS, CST, MATLAB, Python and/or LabVIEW.

Responsibilities

• Research, design, develop, integrate, and review antenna and passive microwave designs.
• Perform trade studies, modeling, and analysis to optimize performance.
• Collaborate with systems engineers, managers, and suppliers to meet requirements.
• Define and conduct tests to validate RF performance and specify test hardware.
• Develop complex test plans with resources, schedules and costs.
• Support lifecycle issues with root-cause analysis and engineering support.

Skills

RF test and development

HFSS

CST

MATLAB

Python

LabVIEW

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering/Physics/related STEM

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

VNA/PNA/Spectrum Analyzer/Oscilloscope

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.

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 & Security (BDS) seeks a RF Engineer - Associate, Mid-Level, or Senior to join our team in El Segundo, California. In this role you will design, develop, and deliver state-of-the-art RF systems for space-based applications for commercial, civil and/or national security programs. You will be a part of a highly motivated team that works with domestic or international customers on their latest satellite systems.

Be a part of an RF engineering team that works on the design, development, qualification, and delivery of antenna microwave hardware. In this role you will work with a large cross‑functional team, including customers, suppliers, hardware and software engineers, integration and test engineers, and senior technologists to ensure that delivered products meet the mission objectives. You will perform RF analyses for antenna and passive microwave devices, work with systems engineers and suppliers to verify subsystem and unit requirements and compliance, and support manufacturing integration and test to validate hardware performance. You will become the focal point for your area of responsibility!

Project assignments typically span the complete program life cycle: from system architecture, internal trades, concept studies and system definition, to satellite development, launch, and on‑orbit operations and test. This is a 1st shift position.

In this position a successful RF Engineer will:

• Research, design, develop, integrate, and review antenna and passive microwave designs, working with multiple engineering functions to meet system performance requirements.
• Perform trade studies, modeling, simulation and other forms of analysis to predict component, interconnects, and system performance and to optimize design around established requirements.
• Work with systems engineers, program managers, and external suppliers to evaluate, qualify, and deliver PMD hardware to meet technical, cost, and schedule requirements.
• Define and conduct tests to validate performance of RF designs to requirements. Use analytical tools to verify the design. Specify requirements for hardware, instruments and specialized test equipment as required to meet test objectives.
• Develop complex test plans to identify test approach, resources, schedules and cost estimates that meet applicable requirements, standards and regulations.
• Manage appropriate aspects of supplier and partner performance to ensure compliance to requirements.
• Provide support to products throughout their lifecycle by developing root‑cause analysis of anomalies and other engineering support as requested.

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

This position requires a U.S. Security Clearance, for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. Ability to Obtain U.S. Top Secret/SCI — Final Post‑Start.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Physics, or related STEM field.
• Level 2: Typically, 2 years or more of work related experience
• Hands‑on RF (radio frequency) test and development experience
• Education/training or work experience with passive microwave device design and characteristics (filters, switches, circulators, etc)
• Experience with HFSS, CST, MATLAB, Python, and/or Labview

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Master’s degree preferred.
• Level 3: Typically, 5 years or more of work related experience
• Level 4: Typically, 9 years or more of work related experience
• Lab or manufacturing environment experience, with preference to RF hardware design and test experience and knowledge of test equipment (VNA/PNA/Spectrum Analyzer/Oscilloscope/etc)
• Experience with design and execution of specialized RF tests (e.g. corona, multipactor) and/or complex environmental testing (e.g. RF performance through dynamic environments, thermal PIM)
• Experience in custom tool development and/or machine learning tool development
• Knowledge of good manufacturing practices, DFMAT, and design and process FMEAs
• Experience working with suppliers on custom part procurement
• Knowledge of hardware manufacturing techniques including but not limited to additive manufacturing, wire and sinker EDM, electroplating and electroforming.
• Track record of success working in teams

Conflict of Interest

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

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

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.

Level 2 Summary pay range: $ 98,600 - $ 133,400

Level 3 Summary pay range: $ 119,850 - $ 162,150

Level 4 Summary pay range: $ 146,200 - $ 197,800

Applications for this position will be accepted until Oct. 01, 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.