Satellite Systems Engineer (Associate)

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

Job summary

Boeing Defense, Space, and Security (BDS) seeks a Satellite Systems Engineer to serve as GPS Satellite Bus Systems Engineer on the GPS IIF program, located at El Segundo, CA. The role trains to become a SME for GPS bus subsystems and collaborates with payload and Space Force teams.

Responsibilities include real-time on-orbit support, subsystem SME development, technical reporting, and contributing to mission planning and process improvements.

Qualifications

• Active U.S. Security Clearance (secret or above) required.
• 1+ years of related experience in systems engineering or related field.
• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or related field.
• Willingness to relocate at own expense if not within commuting distance.
• Experience with GPS satellite systems or space systems engineering preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide real-time support to on-orbit GPS satellite operations and investigate anomalies.
• Train to become SME for assigned subsystems and interface with Operations Customer.
• Write technical reports and contribute to process and documentation improvements.
• Support Spacecraft Command Processor and Mission Planning responsibilities.

Skills

Systems engineering

Telemetry analysis

Data analysis

Anomaly resolution

Satellite operations

GPS engineering

Relocation willingness

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering or closely 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.

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, and Security (BDS) seeks a seeks a Satellite Systems Engineer to serve as Global Positioning System (GPS) Satellite Bus Systems Engineer to serve on the Global Positioning System (GPS) IIF program, within our Space, Intelligence & Weapon Systems (SI&WS) division located at El Segundo, CA.

GPS is a satellite-based radio-navigation system owned by the United States government and operated by the United States Space Force and is the world's first global utility. GPS provides position, navigation, and timing (PNT) data to military and civilian users globally with countless applications and an unlimited number of users.

Boeing has over 45 years of history in GPS, including achieving full system capability in 1995. The current Boeing team supports the US Space Force by sustaining and monitoring the health and capabilities of the 12 GPS Block IIF satellites in the GPS constellation, launched from 2010 to 2016. The Boeing GPS sustainment team also provides support to our U.S. Space Force customer with reports and expertise on all aspects of the GPS system. Sustainment efforts will continue through the life of the Block IIF satellites, with a design life expectancy to 2031 and beyond. The program currently operates under a 10-year sustainment contract, from 2022 to 2031.

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 Oct. 08, 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.