Command and Data Handling/Networking Subsystem Engineers – Space Autonomy Systems - (Associate, Experienced, or Lead)

Boeing • El Segundo, CA

5d • $100,300 - $207,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS), Space Mission Systems is hiring Command and Data Handling/Networking Subsystem Engineers at Associate (Level 2), Experienced (Level 3), or Lead (Level 4) levels. The role develops and manages Command and Data Handling/Networking (C&DHN) subsystems for secured autonomous satellite network systems in El Segundo, California. The position is expected to be 100% onsite, and domestic and international travel of 10% is expected.

Assignments include requirements definition and flow-down, systems design and analysis, integration, testing, and verification. The engineer resolves technical issues and helps ensure hardware and software are flight worthy before delivery. The work involves collaboration with management and experts in GNC subsystem engineering, software engineering, COMSEC and TRANSEC design, electronic hardware design and test, spacecraft integration, and end-to-end system engineering. Foundational networking knowledge is required; familiarity with system modeling and simulation tools, including MBSE tools such as SysML and Cameo, is a plus.

Candidates must be able to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance, with a U.S. Secret Clearance required post-start, and must meet U.S. export-control requirements as a U.S. Person. The employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status. Successful candidates must satisfy the company's Conflict of Interest assessment process. Relocation is available based on candidate eligibility.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, or directly related non-U.S. equivalent qualifications.
• Foundational knowledge of networking principles, including TCP/IP, routing, switching, and network protocols relevant to aerospace systems.
• Willingness to travel 10% domestically and internationally.
• Ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance; U.S. citizenship is required by the U.S. Government, and a U.S. Secret Clearance is required post-start.
• Meet U.S. export-control compliance requirements as a U.S. Person.
• Satisfy the company's Conflict of Interest assessment process.
• For Level 2: typically 2 or more years of related work experience, or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience.
• For Level 3: typically 5 or more years of related work experience, or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience.
• For Level 4: typically 9 or more years of related work experience, or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience.
• ABET accreditation is preferred, but not required, for U.S. education.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Software, Electrical, or Aerospace Engineering.
• Experience developing solutions to complex technical problems.
• Experience working with CCSDS and IP (Internet Protocol).
• Experience working with MIL-STD-1553, SpaceWire, CAN, LVDS, or Ethernet.
• Experience with MATLAB, Python, and VBA.
• Strong understanding of network engineering concepts, including network architecture design, network security, and network troubleshooting.
• Experience with network simulation and analysis tools.
• Familiarity with satellite communication networks and protocols.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices for networked embedded systems.
• Basic understanding of Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) principles and tools for system design, analysis, and verification.
• Familiarity with MBSE tools such as SysML and Cameo.

Responsibilities

• Gather, define, and document system-level requirements supporting flight control and mission or trajectory requirements definition.
• Provide technical, cost, and schedule status to program and functional organizations.
• Participate in and support cost and schedule reduction initiatives.
• Develop and maintain subsystem and unit specifications with REA support.
• Work on subsystem-to-subsystem interface requirements and C&DHN subsystem hardware Subcontract/Contract Data Requirements Lists (SDRLs/CDRLs).
• Create and release subsystem-level analyses, such as traffic analysis, TM accuracy, sampling, and command pacing.
• Develop subsystem architecture, including block diagrams, and support technology insertion, including the COMSEC roadmap.
• Assure COMSEC implementation and CNSSP-12 compliance, including cybersecurity and information assurance.
• Prepare and present C&DHN subsystem design reviews, including PDR and CDR, for customers and the Program SEIT interface.
• Provide input to the Spacecraft Database, FSW, and Flight ROPs.
• Define and maintain satellite C&DHN process writings (DMS guides).
• Resolve technical issues and help ensure hardware and software are flight worthy before delivery.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams and program management.

Benefits

• Competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
• Eligible employees may enroll in benefit programs generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance, and paid and unpaid time away from work.
• Relocation based on candidate eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level