Space Communications Payload Systems Engineer (Associate, Experienced, or Lead)

Boeing; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) Space Communications Payload Systems Engineer in El Segundo, CA, seeks an Associate, Experienced, or Lead professional to design, develop, and deliver advanced space communication payloads.

The role spans the full program lifecycle from concept development to on-orbit operations, collaborating with customers and internal teams. Candidates should have strong experience in RF/digital/optical payloads and MATLAB/C++ tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related field required.
• Experience with communications subsystems or units.
• Active U.S. Secret Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop RF, digital, and/or optical satellite communications systems and payload architectures.
• Define and verify space communication unit, subsystem and system requirements and interfaces.
• Perform system-level CONOPS development, functional analysis, RF and Optical performance analysis and decomposition.
• Support system-level integration and validation.
• Develop analysis tools using MATLAB and object-oriented software platforms.
• Develop and verify system algorithms that meet functional and performance requirements.

Skills

Communications subsystems

Digital payload design

Digital communications

Satellite payloads

MATLAB/Simulink

C++

Antenna theory

Education

Bachelor’s degree 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.

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.

Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS)

Space and Launch Division, seeks a Space Communications Payload Systems Engineer (Associate, Experienced, or Lead) (Level 2, 3, or 4) to join the Payload Systems Engineering team in El Segundo, California. The Space Intelligence & Weapon Systems Team creates the next-generation products and services for the BDS business unit. We work with commercial, government, and proprietary customers in the development of the next-generation technologies in space. Our team focuses on rapid prototyping to demonstrate a host of mission-focused technologies for a variety of customers. Our group works all facets of engineering from technology investment, concept development, proposal writing, requirement development, design, build, integration, test, and demonstration of products in their relevant environments. The Space Communications Payload Systems Engineer will be a part of a high-performing team that is immersed in high intensity development projects. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to design, develop, and deliver state-of-the-art communication systems for space-based applications for commercial, civil and/or national security programs. This position will work with a highly motivated team that works with domestic or international customers on their latest satellite systems. This role’s assignments typically span the complete program life cycle, from internal trades, concept studies and system definition, to satellite development, launch, and on-orbit operations and test. Our team is currently hiring for a broad range of experience levels including associate, experienced and lead level engineers.

Position Responsibilities:

• Design and develop next generation RF (Radio Frequency), digital, and/or optical satellite communications systems and payload architectures
• Support trade studies and generate proposals
• Define and verify space communication unit, subsystem and system requirements and interfaces
• Perform system-level CONOPS development, functional analysis, RF and Optical performance analysis and decomposition
• Support system-level integration and validation
• Perform analyses and simulations for space communication systems, including: link analysis, signal distortion, system capacity, reliability, and performance
• Develop analysis tools using MATLAB and object-oriented software platforms
• Develop and verify system algorithms that meet functional and performance requirements
• Oversees the design and build of multiple satellite and avionics units from internal teams and external suppliers that meet defined requirements and interfaces
• Ensures satellite units follow proper test, validation and qualification processes for space applications
• Perform hardware procurement, design reviews, and unit sell-off
• Perform system test preparation, execution, troubleshooting, and verification

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/ Experience):

• 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
• Experience with communications subsystems or units
• Experience with digital payload design, analysis, development, and verification
• Active U.S. Secret Security Clearance

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• 5+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• 9+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience with digital communications
• Experience working on satellite or space-based payloads
• Experience with satellite or terrestrial communications systems and antenna theory
• Experience with Matlab/Simulink and C++

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.

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:

This position is for 1st shift. This worksite participates in Boeing’s optional 9/80 schedule rotation. 9/80 is a rotation in which employees can work 9-hour shifts, 8 days per pay period (bi-weekly) and receive every other Friday off. This is subject to change based on business conditions.

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