SAR Signal & Image Processing Engineer (Associate or Mid-Level)

Boeing • Kent, WA

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About The Position

Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS), is looking for an Associate or Mid-Level SAR Signal & Image Processing Engineer (Level 2 or 3) to join the Kent Space SEIT team located in Kent, WA (Seattle, WA). This position will focus on developing radar analysis and algorithms in a mission-critical environment that directly empowers our defensive capabilities. You will develop and validate requirements for Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) systems, perform trade studies, design and run tests to verify performance, support engineering compliance, and provide lifecycle root-cause analysis. Work is performed under general direction with contributions to proposals as needed. This role emphasizes algorithm design and software implementation: develop and evaluate radar algorithms (signal and image processing, detection, tracking, imaging) and translate them into production-ready code. Proficiency in Python or C++ for algorithm development, prototyping, and data analysis is required; experience with signal and image processing toolsets, real-time software constraints, requirements tracing, and test-program design is highly valued. Strong analytical, communication, and customer-focused skills with a commitment to quality and safety are essential.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement
• Requires an active DoD Top Secret Clearance
• 2+ years of relevant experience in radar systems, electromagnetic analysis, or related fields, including algorithm development and system-level testing.
• 1+ years’ experience with Python, C++, C, or Matlab for algorithm development, prototyping, and data analysis; experience with signal processing toolsets and simulation environments
• Demonstrated ability to derive and trace requirements, DEVELOP test CASES, and collaborate across multidisciplinary engineering teams
• Willing to travel domestically as needed (~10%)

Nice To Haves

• Active TS/SCI
• Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Applied Math, or related field with focus on radar or electromagnetics.
• Experience with real-time software architectures and implementation (C/C++, RTOS, or embedded systems).
• Prior work on radar signal processing algorithms (detection, tracking, SAR/ISAR, waveform design) or electronic warfare techniques.
• Familiarity with MATLAB/Simulink, NumPy/SciPy, and signal-processing libraries and toolchains.
• Hands-on experience with test-range operations, hardware-in-the-loop (HIL), and flight or ground test campaigns.
• Knowledge of requirements management tools, model-based systems engineering (MBSE), and supplier/partner integration processes.
• Experience working in an Agile software development environment and DevOps methodologies

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and test radar algorithms and translate analytic designs into production-ready code using Python (and other languages as needed)
• Perform trade studies to evaluate algorithm and system performance; iterate designs based on results and test data
• Participate in customer meetings, capture requirements and feedback, and provide technical support for operational tools and deployments.
• Support agile software development practices: write user stories, participate in sprints, review code, and deliver incremental capability updates.
• Define and execute test plans, perform root-cause analysis of anomalies, and coordinate with suppliers and cross-functional teams to ensure requirements compliance.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

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