Communications Systems Engineer - (Associate, Experienced, or Lead)

Communications Systems Engineer - (Associate, Experienced, or Lead)

Company:

The Boeing Company

Job ID:

00000382259

Date Posted:

2023-11-20

Location:

USA - Tukwila, WA

Job Description Qualifications:

Boeing Defense, Space and Security is seeking a Communications Systems Engineer (Level 2, 3, or 4) to join the team in the Puget Sound in support of space-based programs. The position provides an opportunity to be part of an interdisciplinary team to develop a unique communication systems (both RF and Optical) for space vehicles to meet challenging requirements on dynamic development programs.

We work with customers in the development of the next-generation technologies in space. We are involved in 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, requirements and design, build, integration, test, and demonstration of products in their relevant environments.

Position Responsibilities:

• Work closely with other engineering disciplines in an integrated team environment to develop communication system architecture in compliance with interface definitions and system/subsystem requirements

• Work with customers and suppliers to develop and document space vehicle communication system, sub-system, and supplier requirements on a program with multiple suppliers

• Perform analysis and translation of requirements into system architecture, hardware and software designs and interface specifications

• Develop and execute trade studies to make design decisions

• Develop requirements verification plan, including coordination of required tests for space systems

• Analyze, verify, and validate performance of hardware and software components in a space system

• Support planning for and execution of subsystem and vehicle-level integration and test activities

• Leads the resolution of technical issues that arise during development, qualification, functional integration and operational testing, including supplier technical issues

• Work within a Model Based System Engineering environment using Cameo as the tool

• Develop use cases and sequence diagrams

• Develop and maintain requirements

• Develop and maintain Interface Control Documents (ICDs) for complex space and ground architectures

• Work within an agile development environment using JIRA and Confluence as project management tools

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

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

Special Program Access or other Government Access Requirements are mandatory for this position.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor's, Master's or Doctorate of Science degree from an accredited course of study, in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry

• Experience in systems engineering

• Experience working in aerospace, defense, or similar high-tech industry

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Experience with spacecraft and/or space systems RF and/or Optical systems

• Supplier technical management

• Experience in development, build and test of spacecraft

• Experience with requirements development, verification, validation, ICDs, risk, issues and opportunities management and trade studies

• Experience utilizing Model Based Engineering (MBE or MBSE) tools

• SSBI investigation highly desired

Typical Education/Experience:

Associate (Level 2)

Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer 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 (e.g. Master). 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, computer 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 (e.g. PhD, Master+3 years' related work experience). 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, computer 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 (e.g. PhD+4 years' related work experience, Master+7 years' related work experience). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

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.

Union Representation Statement: 

This is a union-represented position.
 

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): $87,550 - $118,450

Summary Pay Range (Experienced, Level 3): $104,550 - $141,450 

Summary Pay Range (Lead, Level 4): $128,350 - $173,650 

Boeing is the world's largest aerospace company and leading manufacturer of commercial airplanes and defense, space and security systems. We are engineers and technicians. Skilled scientists and thinkers. Bold innovators and dreamers. Join us, and you can build something better for yourself, for our customers and for the world.

Relocation:

Relocation is available for eligible candidates, if authorized

Export Control Requirement:

U.S. Government Export Control Status: 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.

Safety Sensitive:

This is not a safety sensitive position

Contingent Upon Award Program

This position is not contingent upon program award

Experience Level:

Individual Contributor - 2

Job Type:

Regular

Job Code:

6K8CI2 (6G1)

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