Command and Data Handling Subsystem Engineers – Space Autonomy Systems - (Associate, Experienced, or Lead)
About The Position
The Boeing Company’s Defense, Space & Security, Space Mission Systems organization is seeking Command and Data Handling (C&DH) Subsystem Engineers at Associate (Level 2), Experienced (Level 3), or Lead (Level 4) levels. The role develops and manages C&DH subsystems for secured autonomous satellite network systems in El Segundo, California. It covers requirements definition and flowdown, systems design and analysis, integration, testing, and verification. Engineers resolve technical issues and ensure hardware and software are flightworthy before delivery, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams across areas such as guidance, navigation and control, software, communications security, transmission security, electronic hardware, spacecraft integration, and end-to-end systems engineering. The position requires foundational knowledge of networking principles, including TCP/IP, routing, switching, and protocols relevant to aerospace systems. Familiarity with system modeling and simulation tools, including MBSE tools such as SysML and Cameo, is a plus. The position is expected to be 100% onsite at the listed location. Domestic and international travel of 10% is preferred, not stated as a requirement. Candidates must have an active U.S. Secret Security Clearance and meet U.S. export-control requirements as a U.S. Person. The role is not contingent on a program award. Relocation may be available based on eligibility. Boeing will not sponsor employment visas. Candidates must also satisfy the company’s Conflict of Interest assessment process.
Requirements
- Active U.S. Secret Security Clearance; the posting considers a clearance active if it has been active within the past 24 months.
- 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.
- At least 3 years of experience working in aerospace, defense, or a similar high-tech industry.
- Foundational knowledge of networking principles, including TCP/IP, routing, switching, and network protocols relevant to aerospace systems.
- Meet U.S. export-control compliance requirements as a U.S. Person.
- Satisfy Boeing’s Conflict of Interest assessment process.
Nice To Haves
- For Experienced (Level 3): 5 or more years of related work experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- For Lead (Level 4): 9 or more years of related work experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Familiarity with system modeling and simulation tools, including MBSE tools such as SysML and Cameo.
- Willingness to travel 10% domestically and internationally.
- ABET accreditation is preferred, but not required, for U.S. degrees.
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 function.
- Participate in and support cost and schedule reduction initiatives.
- Develop and maintain comprehensive subsystem specifications 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, including 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, such as PDR and CDR, for customer and Program SEIT interfaces.
- Provide input to the Spacecraft Database, FSW, and Flight ROPs.
- Define and maintain satellite C&DH process writings (DMS guides).
- Resolve technical issues and help ensure hardware and software are flightworthy before delivery.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams and management.
Benefits
- Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and programs providing paid and unpaid time away from work.
- Competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
- Relocation may be available based on candidate eligibility.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
