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

The Boeing Company; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 142,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Space Communications Payload Systems Engineer, where you'll design cutting-edge communication systems for space applications. This role offers the chance to work on high-impact projects, collaborating with a talented team dedicated to innovation in satellite technology. Your contributions will span the entire program lifecycle, from concept to launch, ensuring the success of mission-critical systems. If you're passionate about space and eager to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Retirement Savings Plans

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field required.
• Experience with communications subsystems is essential.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop satellite communication systems.
• Perform system-level integration and validation.
• Conduct analyses and simulations for communication systems.

Skills

RF Communication Systems

Digital Payload Design

Optical Performance Analysis

MATLAB

C++

Satellite Systems

Proposal Writing

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

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.

Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS), Space and Launch Division, seeks a Space Communications Payload Systems Engineer (Associate, Experienced, or Lead) to join the Payload Systems Engineering team in El Segundo, CA.

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 teamfocuses 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 project 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.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Design and develop next generation RF, digital, and/or optical satellite communications systems and payload architectures

• Supporttrade 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 from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science

• Experience with communications subsystems or units

• Experience with digital payload design, analysis, development, and verification

Preferred (Desired) Qualifications:

• 5+ years of work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

• 9+ years of 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++

Additional Information:

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.

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.

Total Rewards & Pay Transparency:

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:

Level 2: $87,500 - $118,450

Level 3: $104,500 - $141,450

Level 4: $128,350 - $173,650

Applications for this position will be accepted until May. 23, 2025

Export Control Requirements: This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, 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.