Job Description

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Boeing Defense, Space, and Security (BDS), Space and Launch Division, is seeking an Associate Satellite Digital Signal Processing Subsystems and Algorithms Engineer to support the team in El Segundo, CA.

The Space and Launch Team creates the next generation products and services for the BDS business unit. We work with 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, requirements and design, build, integration, test, and demonstration of products in their relevant environments.

Position Overview

The Associate Satellite DSP Subsystems and Algorithms Engineer will be a part of a high-performing team that are immersed in high intensity development projects. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to will design and develop state-of-the-art, space-based communication systems 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. Project assignments typically span over the unit life cycle, from internal trades, concept studies and system definition, to satellite unit development and test. This role will be a part of our systems engineering team interacting with customers, suppliers, program management, integration and test engineers, and senior technologists.

Position Responsibilities:

• Designing and developing next generation RF, digital and/or optical satellite communication systems

• Developing and verifying multi-rate, fixed-point signal processing algorithms

• Allocating, defining and verifying requirements and interfaces

• Developing performance and link budgets

• Conducting performance analysis of signal processing models

• Supporting trade studies

• Supporting unit-level integration and performance simulations

• Supporting HDL-level design and verification

• Supporting hardware procurement, design reviews, and unit sell-offs

This position allows telecommuting. The selected candidate will have the flexibility of a hybrid work schedule, performing work weekly onsite and remotely. Please note that the hybrid work schedule is subject to program/business needs.

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.

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

• Education and/or experience in signal processing

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Digital communication theory and systems, digital signal processing (DSP)

• Waveform design and implementation

• Development of algorithms for hardware implementation on ASICs or FPGAs

• Verification planning and principles, while applying their theoretical knowledge in resolving real world problems.

• Proficiency in Matlab/Simulink

• Knowledge of HDL development concepts

• Focus area of signal processing and/or digital communications

Typical Education/Experience:

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.

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.

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.