Entry Level Systems Engineer-Digital Signal Processing

The Boeing Company; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 79,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

The Boeing Company in El Segundo, CA, is seeking an Entry Level Systems Engineer to design and develop space-based satellite communication systems for commercial, civil, and national security programs. You will join a motivated team working with customers, suppliers, program management, and test engineers on end-to-end system definitions.

The role requires a BS in engineering or related field, knowledge of signal processing, and the ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in engineering, engineering technology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science.
• Education or experience in signal processing.
• Strong communication skills, written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop RF, digital, and optical satellite communication systems.
• Develop and verify multi-rate, fixed-point DSP architectures.
• Allocate, define and verify requirements and interfaces for communication subsystems.
• Develop performance and link budgets.
• Conduct performance analysis of signal processing models.
• Assist with trade studies and prototype demonstrations.
• Support unit-level integration and performance simulations.
• Support ASIC and FPGA level system design and verification.
• Support hardware procurement, design reviews, and unit sell-offs.

Skills

Strong communication

Signal processing

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Science in engineering or related field

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

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.

The Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS), SI&WS (Space, Intelligence, and Weapon Systems) Division is seeking an Entry Level Systems Engineer to join the Space and Launch Engineering team in El Segundo, California, to design and develop state-of-the-art, space-based communication systems for commercial, civil, and national security programs. You will be part of a highly-motivated team that works with domestic and international customers on the latest satellite systems. Project assignments typicaly span the unit life cycle, from internal trades, concept studies and system definition, to satellite unit development and test.You will belong to a systems engineering team interacting with customers, suppliers, program management, integration and test engineers, and senior technologists.

Position Responsibilities:

• Design and develop next generation RF, digital, and optical satellite communication systems.
• Develop and verify multi-rate, fixed-point digital signal processing architectures.
• Allocate, define, and verify requirements and interfaces in the development of communication digital payloads.
• Develop performance and link budgets.
• Conduct performance analysis of signal processing models.
• Assist with conducting trade studies.
• Develop prototype demonstrations on flight-like communication subsystem testbeds.
• Support unit-level integration and performance simulations.
• Support ASIC and FPGA level system design and verification.
• Support hardware procurement, design reviews, and unit sell-offs.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills and Experience):

• Ability to obtain a U.S Security Clearance for which the US Government requires US Citizenship
• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science
• Education or experience in signal processing
• Experience in a role that required strong communication skills, written and verbal

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills and Experience):

• Experience working with ASICs or FPGAs
• Coursework and/or experience in analog/digital signal processing
• Experience or coursework using Matlab/Simulink

Typical Education & Experience:

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) or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience. In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.

Relocation:

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.

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 Statement:

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:

$79,050-106,950

Applications for this position will be accepted until Oct. 15, 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

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

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.

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.