Satellite Battery Electro-Mechanical Engineer

Boeing; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 146,200 - 239,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Signing bonus

Job summary

Boeing’s Integrated Design Engineering Organization seeks a Satellite Battery Electro-Mechanical Engineer in El Segundo, CA. You will contribute to battery technology for government and commercial satellites, collaborating with cross‑functional teams across Systems Engineering, Stress, Dynamics, Materials & Processes, Production Engineering, and Quality.

Responsibilities include design, testing, and delivery of battery and solar array systems, with 100% onsite work and US citizenship/security

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or equivalent related field.
• 9+ years of related work experience for Level 4.
• 10+ years for advanced levels; TS/SCI and SSBI are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead design configurations by following regulatory and company approved processes.
• Lead project planning and ensure execution on program commitments.
• Develop mechanical system and component designs using 3-D CAD tools (CREO), GD&T standards.

Skills

Battery design

Space hardware

Mechanical design

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Electrical/Mechanical/Aeronautical) or related

Tools

CREO

CAD

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.

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 Integrated Design Engineering Organization is seeking a highly motivated Satellite Battery Electro-Mechanical Engineer to join the Space Mission Systems Satellite Engineering Team in El Segundo, California.

This candidate will be a part of a high-performing engineering team that is immersed in development and high non-recurring projects. The candidate will be accountable to provide all aspects of engineering support to the battery technology, which include battery pack design, manufacturing, test, delivery, anomaly support, etc. The candidate will be required to work closely with our Battery and Solar Array Responsible Engineering Authority (REA) and Analysis team members as well as our partnering organizations from Systems Engineering, Stress, Dynamics, Materials & Processes, Production Engineering, Quality, and Supplier Management. This candidate will need to work closely with their respective Technical Lead Engineers, Management, and Program Leadership to support the program deliverables. This role will include accountability for all Satellite Battery technologies supporting Government and Commercial Satellites with some additional support across other space applications. The candidate should have experience working with Battery and/or Solar Array technologies (battery cells, packs, integration, system requirements, etc). The candidate must exemplify the Boeing Behaviors in day-to-day operations.

Primary responsibilities

• Lead design configurations by following regulatory and company approved processes and procedures.


• Lead project planning and ensure execution on program commitments.


• Develop mechanical system and component designs using 3-D Computer Aided Design tools, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing standards and/or other design methods, provide product definition to other engineering groups, production operations, suppliers and external customers throughout the product lifecycle.


• Support fabrication, assembly and test of spacecraft mechanical systems products to validate and verify systems and components meet requirements and specifications.


• Contribute to supplier development, test and production activities to optimize the design and achieve program goals.


• Perform mechanical engineering with layouts, preliminary strength analysis to support trade studies, detailed design, testing requirements, materials, processes, and tools, define interfaces.


• Document designs to meet requirements and objectives in support of product qualification and delivery.


• Evaluate and resolve production and service issues.


• Evaluate test data to validate components and systems against design requirements and objectives.


• Develop new design/analysis processes and tools to improve effectiveness, quality and efficiency of the development effort.


• Lead development of emerging technologies/concepts for future product designs to meet projected requirements.


• Driving critical RCCA investigation and preparing/presenting Failure Review Board packages to internal and external customers. Work closely with chief engineers, program and functional leadership, and other SMEs to get alignment on proper containment, root cause, and corrective actions

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 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


• Level 4: Typically, 9 or more years' related work experience

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Level 5: Typically, 9 or more years' related work experience


• 3+years of experience in Solar Array and/or Battery Design and Manufacturing CREO design


• TS/SCI and SSBI preferred

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. Note: Basic relocation will be offered for eligible internal candidates.

• This position offers a possible signing bonus for qualified candidates

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 4 Summary pay range: $ 146,200 –$ 197,800

Level 5 Summary pay range: $ 176,800 - $ 239,200

Applications for this position will be accepted until Aug. 17, 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.