Satellite Systems Engineer (Mid-Level, Lead)

The Boeing Company; Colorado; On-site; USD 112,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

The Boeing Company in Colorado seeks a mid- to senior-level Systems Engineer to advise customers on satellite operations and ground command and control system operations.

You will participate in technical meetings, perform software and database testing, and support satellite procedures and simulations. A Secret clearance with ability to upgrade, and a degree in engineering or related field are required.

Qualifications

• Active U.S. Secret Clearance; ability to upgrade to TS/SCI; US citizenship required.
• 3+ years of related experience (5+ for Lead level).
• Systems Engineering experience.
• Software quality test and validation experience.
• Willingness to relocate at own expense if not within commuting distance of Schriever AFB.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, engineering technology, computer science, data science, mathematics, physics or chemistry or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Advise customers on satellite operation and maintenance.
• Advise customers on ground command and control system operations.
• Participate in technical meetings, author database, and software change requests.
• Perform ground computer system software and database testing.
• Author, maintain, review, and support satellite operations procedures. Configure and run simulations to support procedure validation.
• Conduct technical analyses and studies then provide recommendations.
• Perform satellite data trending and analysis to determine spacecraft performance.
• Perform problem solving and support other engineers in a team environment.

Skills

Active Secret Clearance (US)

Systems Engineering

Software testing & validation

Relocation willingness

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering/Engineering Technology/Computer Science/Data Science/Mathematics/Physics/Chemistry or equivalent

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.

Position Responsibilities

• Advise customers on satellite operation and maintenance.
• Advise customers on ground command and control system operations.
• Participate in technical meetings, author database, and software change requests.
• Perform ground computer system software and database testing.
• Author, maintain, review, and support satellite operations procedures. Configure and run simulations to support procedure validation.
• Conduct technical analyses and studies then provide recommendations.
• Perform satellite data trending and analysis to determine spacecraft performance.
• Perform problem solving and support other engineers in a team environment.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• Active Secret U.S. Security Clearance with ability to upgrade to TS/SCI (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active.)
• Minimum years of related experience: 3+ for level 3, 5+ for level 4.
• Systems Engineering experience.
• Software quality test and validation experience.
• If not already within commuting distance of Schriever AFB, willingness and ability to relocate 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)

• Top Secret Security Clearance.
• Experience responding to anomalies for on-orbit communications satellites.
• Experience working closely with US Military customers in an operational and training environment.
• Project Management experience.
• Data analysis experience.
• Experience developing software or engineering tools

Typical Education & Experience:

Mid-Level (level 3): Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), computer science, engineering data science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 5 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience or non-US equivalent qualifications. In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.

Lead (level 4): Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), computer science, engineering data science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 9 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience or non-US equivalent qualifications. In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.

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 criteriaismet as outlined in our policies.

Shift:

Ability and willingness to work occasional compensated on-call support outside of typical business hours.

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, anda number ofprograms 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:

Mid-Level (level 3): $112,200 to $151,800

Lead (level 4): $136,850to $185,850

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.