Satellite Systems Engineer (Associate)

Boeing; Colorado; On-site; USD 92,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

Boeing is seeking a GPS Satellite Bus Systems Engineer to join a high-performance team focusing on GPS Block IIF satellites. The role involves training to become an SME for bus subsystems, supporting real-time on-orbit operations, and interfacing with U.S.

Space Force personnel on satellite performance trending and analysis. The position is fully onsite at Schriever SFB, CO, with responsibilities spanning anomaly resolution, subsystem expertise development, and rigorous technical reporting.

Qualifications

• Active security clearance required (US Citizenship)
• 1+ years of related experience in systems engineering
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics or Chemistry
• Willingness to relocate at own expense if not within commuting distance
• Familiarity with satellite systems engineering concepts is preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide real-time support to on-orbit GPS satellite operations and investigate anomalies
• Develop SME expertise in assigned subsystems and interfaces
• Collaborate with Operations Customer as subsystem SMEs and document findings
• Write technical reports and contribute to process and documentation improvements
• Support Spacecraft Command Processor and Mission Planning responsibilities
• Coordinate with GPS performance trending and analysis teams

Skills

Active security clearance

US Citizenship

Relocation willingness

Systems engineering

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related field

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.

GPS Satellite Bus Systems Engineer

As GPS Satellite Bus Systems Engineer, you will be a key member of a high-performing team engaged in critical projects related to the GPS IIF satellite constellation. You will train to become a subject matter expert for satellite Bus subsystems on the GPS Block IIF satellites and for GPS performance trending and analysis. You will also work closely with the spacecraft payload and secondary payload subject matter experts and interact daily with the U.S. Space Force's 2 Navigation Warfare Squadron personnel commanding satellites and satellite performance trending and analysis.

Position Responsibilities

• Provide real-time support to on-orbit GPS satellite operations, including investigation of and resolution of satellite anomalies.
• Train to become a subsystem Subject Matter Expertise (SME) in assigned subsystems.
• Interface with Operations Customer as subsystem SMEs.
• Write technical reports.
• Support and initiate process and documentation improvement.
• Support Spacecraft Command Processor and Mission Planning responsibilities.

This position is expected to be fully onsite at Schriever SFB, CO and necessitates the ability to navigate the military base worksite where there are buildings without elevators and a long walk from the parking lot.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• Active (interim or final) secret or above U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active.)
• 1+ years of related experience.
• Systems engineering or related experience.
• If not already within commuting distance of the Schriever SFB, willingness and ability to relocation at own expense.
• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Systems engineering experience.
• Satellite operations experience.
• Global Positioning System (GPS) engineering experience.
• telemetry analysis and trending experience.
• Anomaly resolution experience.
• Data analysis, trending, and reporting 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 is met as outlined in our policies.

Pay & 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.

Summary Pay Range (Associate - Level 2): 91,800 to 124,200

Applications for this position will be accepted until Sept. 28, 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 an active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)

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.