Spacecraft Command and Data Handling (C&DH) Engineer - Millennium Space Systems

Boeing; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 99,000 - 176,000; Full time

Job summary

Millennium Space Systems, a Boeing Company, is seeking a Spacecraft Command and Data Handling Engineer to lead the selection and management of electrical hardware and avionics for space vehicles. This role involves driving vehicle architecture to meet system requirements and performing C&DH analyses with stakeholders across the program lifecycle.

You will collaborate with Flight Software, Harness, and Ground Support Equipment teams, presenting designs and risk mitigations at SRR, PDR, CDR

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus in Electrical, Mechanical or Aeronautical) or related field.
• Detailed knowledge of electrical hardware systems.
• 2+ years of related work experience.
• Ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance; U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Develop C&DH subsystem architectures for Millennium’s space vehicles.
• Select avionics and onboard processing units meeting flight software and data handling needs.
• Perform requirements definition and flow-down, develop interface requirements, and manage verification activities.
• Lead the identification and resolution of technical issues related to avionics and electrical hardware during design, integration, and testing phases.
• Create and maintain detailed netlists to define the vehicle’s electrical connectivity.
• Perform data budget analysis and guarantee positive margins for telemetry, command, and onboard processing streams.
• Conduct signal integrity studies to inform transmission line designs.
• Validate C&DH architectures against program fault management requirements with redundancy and watchdogs.
• Select and analyze oscillators and clock distribution schemes to meet timing requirements.

Job description

Spacecraft Command and Data Handling (C&DH) Engineer - Millennium Space Systems Company: Millennium Space Systems Millennium Space Systems, a part of Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS), is a fast, agile small satellite company focused on national security space. Our missions have direct impact to global security, like missile warning and Earth observation. Our team is curious, bold and innovative. We take risks, innovate and explore new techniques and technologies. We influence change because we challenge the status quo. And when we watch our satellites launch, we know each one of us made it happen.

Job Summary

As a Spacecraft Command and Data Handling (C&DH) Engineer, you will be responsible for the selection and management of electrical hardware and avionics systems critical to the operation of Millennium’s space vehicles. This role involves overseeing electrical interfaces through netlist management, driving vehicle architecture design to meet system requirements, and performing C&DH related analyses (data budget, signal integrity, vehicle I/O allocation analyses). You thrive with a high degree of autonomy and responsibility and can communicate technical concepts clearly and concisely to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. This position's internal job code is EE Sys Design Engineer. Our team is currently hiring for Levels 2-3.

Position Responsibilities

• Develop C&DH subsystem architectures for Millennium’s space vehicle, driving system level design decisions and maintaining alignment with mission objectives and constraints
• Select avionics and onboard processing units that meet flight software (FSW) and data handling needs while balancing performance, power, mass, and cost
• Perform requirements definition and flow down, develop interface requirements, and manage verification activities
• Lead the identification and resolution of technical issues related to avionics and electrical hardware during design, integration, and testing phases
• Create and maintain detailed netlists to define the vehicle’s electrical connectivity
• Perform data budget analysis and guarantee positive margins for telemetry, command, and onboard processing streams throughout the mission lifecycle
• Conduct signal integrity (SI) studies to inform transmission line designs
• Validate C&DH architectures against program fault management requirements, incorporating redundancy, watchdogs, and error detection mechanisms
• Select and analyze oscillators and clock distribution schemes to meet timing requirements
• Perform clock drift, jitter, and accuracy analyses
• Analyze serial and analog interfaces for compatibility, signal levels, grounding, and EMI considerations
• Own vendor selection and trade study activities; produce make/buy recommendations that balance cost, schedule, technical risk, and lifecycle support
• Collaborate with Flight Software, Harness, Electrical Ground Support Equipment and other multidisciplinary subsystem teams providing C&DH expertise as needed
• Provide technical, cost, and schedule status updates to program leads and functional managers
• Present C&DH designs, trade-offs, and risk mitigations at SRR, PDR, CDR, and other customer reviews
• Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus in Electrical, Mechanical or Aeronautical), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement
• Detailed knowledge of electrical hardware systems
• 2+ years of related work experience
• This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship.
• A final U.S. Security Clearance Post-Start is required

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Familiarity with industry standards for avionics and electrical hardware in aerospace applications
• Methodical design, testing, and troubleshooting capabilities
• Must be versatile and able to perform and manage multiple tasks concurrently
• Outstanding communication and presentation skills
• At least 2 years as an Responsible Engineering Authority, Project Lead, Control Account Manager, or equivalent
• Have familiarity with government and DoD cybersecurity standards and implementation

Conflict of Interest

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

Drug Free Workplace

Millennium Space Systems, a Boeing Company, is a Drug Free Workplace (DFW) 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

At Millennium Space Systems, a Boeing Company, 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. Millennium Space Systems 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.

Pay

Summary pay range: Level 2: $98,600 - $145,000 Level 3: $119,850 - $176,250

Location and Security Clearance

This position is located at a facility that requires special access. Applicants MUST be U.S. citizens and eligible for a security clearance. Additionally, applicants must be willing to apply for and maintain a security clearance.

Language Requirements

Not Applicable

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Export Control

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.

Safety Sensitive

This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.

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. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

Shift: Shift 1 (United States of America)

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. EEO is the law. Boeing EEO Policy Request an Accommodation Applicant Privacy. Boeing Participates in E-Verify (English) and E-Verify (Spanish). Right to Work Statement. Right to Work (English) and Right to Work (Spanish).