Space Electronics Test Systems Design Engineer (Associate/Experienced/Lead)

The Boeing Company; El Segundo (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 162,000; Full time

Job summary

The Boeing Company is seeking Space Electronics Test Systems Design Engineers (Associate/Experienced/Lead) to join the Special Test Equipment (STE) group for Space Electronics in El Segundo, CA. You will help design, build, verify, and sustain space-grade electronics for satellites and space platforms.

You will contribute to cut‑edge programs like WGS and MUOS, with responsibilities spanning hardware and software development, test automation, and risk management.

Qualifications

• Requires US citizenship and ability to obtain U.S. security clearance.
• Bachelor of Science in engineering, engineering technology, physics, math, data science or computer science.
• Experience in power/digital/RF electronics test equipment design OR software architecture and coding.
• Minimum two years engineering experience.

Responsibilities

• Participate in full lifecycle development of STE for space applications: architecture, design, prototyping, integration, verification, delivery.
• Hardware or software development role based on candidate expertise; cross-discipline capability not required.
• Develop automation/control software and data acquisition for automated test stations (LabVIEW, TestStand, Python, C#, etc.).
• Support design reviews, configuration management, and verification/qualification test plans.
• Troubleshoot during integration and environmental testing; perform root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Contribute to proposals and capture activities including scope, cost, and risk.

Skills

US Citizenship

Security clearance eligibility

Engineering mindset

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related field

Tools

LabVIEW

TestStand

Python

C#

Verilog/VHDL

MATLAB

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) seeks Space Electronics Test Systems Design Engineers (Associate/Experienced/Lead) to join our Special Test Equipment (STE) for the Space Electronics Team located in El Segundo, CA.

This team works on space-grade electronics, from power and digital subsystems to RF/mixed signal systems and is responsible for the cradle-to-grave design, build, validation, and support to ensures the flight products and systems perform as intended in the extreme operating environments.

You will contribute to diverse projects from cutting-edge satellite communication systems to advanced exploration ventures. Your expertise will have a direct impact on crucial missions, such as the development of the Wideband Global SATCOM (WGS) system, a high-capacity satellite communications backbone for the U.S. Department of Defense, as well as the Mobile User Objective System (MUOS), the U.S. Navy’s next-generation narrowband tactical SATCOM constellation using a cellular-style waveform to provide secure, global mobile voice and data, and Boeing Evolved Strategic SATCOM (ESS), which provides end-to-end engineering, integration, and sustainment services for satellite platforms, payloads, and ground systems across civil and defense space programs.

Position Responsibilities

• Participate in the full lifecycle development of STE for space applications: system architecture, detailed design, prototyping, integration, verification, and delivery

• Candidates who apply to this position will be assigned a HW or SW development role based on their expertise. You are not expected to be savvy in both:

• Hardware: Design and develop custom test solutions based on unit specifications, perform and review detailed circuit designs (power supplies, filters, amplifiers, mixers), build prototypes, and implement test harnesses

• Software: architect and develop automation and control software for automated test stations and implement data acquisition and test frameworks. Design, implement, and validate automated test software and data acquisition systems using LabVIEW, TestStand, Python, C#, or equivalent platforms (software-focused applicants should highlight relevant experience)

• Support design reviews, design controls, configuration management, and execution of verification/qualification test plans to meet space qualification requirements; implement reviewer feedback and corrective actions as directed

• Troubleshoot anomalies during integration, environmental testing, and production; perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions in coordination with program leads

• Recommend procurement needs and suggest test equipment purchases to meet technical objectives; assist with equipment selection and evaluation

• Contribute technical input to proposals and capture activities, including scope definition, cost and schedule estimates, and risk analyses

• Collaborate with engineers, technicians, and program leads; communicate technical status and risks to stakeholders when requested

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at the listed location

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• This position requires the ability to obtain a US Security Clearance for which the US Government requires US Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Top Secret/SCI clearance Post Start is required

• 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 power/digital/RF electronics test equipment design OR software architecture and coding experience

• 2 or more years of engineering work experience

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Experienced, Level 3: 5+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

• Lead, Level 4: 9+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

• Automated test equipment design experience

• Experience with PCB design, schematic capture, layout, and/or routing

• Experience with hands on troubleshooting power, digital or RF systems

• Hands-on experience using test equipment such as digital multimeters, power analyzers, logic analyzers, and digital oscilloscopes

• Software coding experience including; however, not limited to: LabView, Test Stand, C/C#, Python, FPGA Verilog/VHDL, and/or MATLAB Signal

• Knowledge of power systems and digital communication protocols

• Understanding of various power systems and digital communication protocols used in space applications

• Experience in power and thermal analysis

• The ability to perform power and thermal analysis on circuits and systems, predicting their behavior under various conditions and ensuring they meet the necessary requirements

• Availability to travel up to 10% of the time, domestically depending on business needs

Typical Education/Experience:

Lead, Level 2 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 2 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.

Experienced, 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 candidate 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.

Shift:

This is a 1st shift position.

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): $98,600 - $133,400

Summary Pay Range (Experienced Level 3): $119,850 - $162,150

Summary Pay Range (Lead Level 4): $146,200 - $197,800

Applications for this position will be accepted until Sept. 30, 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

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Top Secret/SCI Clearance Post-Start is required.

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.