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

Location
El Segundo, CA
Listed
3 days ago

Position Responsibilities

  • Gather, define, and document system level requirements to support flight control and mission or trajectory requirements definition
  • Provide technical, cost, and schedule status to program and function
  • Participate and support with cost and schedule reduction initiatives
  • Develop and maintain comprehensive subsystem specifications and unit specs with REA support
  • Work on subsystem-to-subsystem interface requirements and C&DHN subsystem hardware Subcontract/Contract Data Requirements List (SDRLs/CDRLs)
  • Create and release subsystem level analyses such as traffic analysis, TM accuracy, sampling, command pacing
  • Perform Subsystem Architecture (including Block Diagram) and technology insertion (including COMSEC Roadmap)
  • Assure COMSEC implementation and CNSSP-12 compliance including cybersecurity and information assurance
  • Prepare and present C&DHN subsystem design reviews (PDR, CDR, etc.) for customer and Program SEIT interface
  • Input to Spacecraft Database, FSW, and Flight ROPs
  • Define and maintain satellite C&DH process writings (DMS guides)
  • This position is expected to be 100% onsite.
  • The selected candidate will be required to work onsite the listed location.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/ Experience)

  • Active U.S. Secret Security Clearance
  • 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
  • 3+ years of experience working in aerospace, defense, or similar high-tech industry

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

  • Experienced, Level 3: 5+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Lead, Level 4: 9+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Willing to travel 10% of the time domestically and internationally is preferred

Conflict of Interest

Successful candidate for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

Typical Education/Experienced

Associate, Level 2: Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), computer science, engineering data 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 or non-US equivalent qualifications. 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, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), computer science, engineering data 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 or non-US equivalent qualifications. 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, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), computer science, engineering data 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 or non-US equivalent qualifications. In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility. Note: Basic relocation will be offered for eligible internal candidates

Pay and Benefits

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.

Language Requirements

Not Applicable

Education: Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent

Relocation: This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Export Control Requirement

  • This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements.
  • To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required.
  • "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Safety Sensitive: This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.

Security Clearance

  • This position requires an active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)
  • Visa Sponsorship: Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
  • Contingent Upon Award Program
  • This position is not contingent upon program award
  • Shift: Shift 1 (United States of America)

Additional information

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Company

The Boeing Company

Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS), Space Mission Systems is seeking Command and Data Handling Subsystem Engineers (Level 2, 3, or 4) to develop and manage C&DH Subsystems for Boeing secured autonomous satellite network systems in El Segundo, CA.

C&DH Subsystem engineering assignments include requirements definition and flow down, systems design and analysis, systems integration, test, and verification. You will resolve technical issues and ensure hardware and software are flight worthy prior to delivery. Ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams is crucial.

You will work with management and experts across multiple disciplines including GNC subsystem engineering, software engineering, Communications Security (COMSEC) design, Transmission Security (TRANSEC) design, electronic hardware design & test, spacecraft integration, and end-to-end system engineering.

Foundational knowledge of networking principles including TCP/IP, routing, switching, and network protocols relevant to aerospace systems. Some familiarity with system modeling and simulation tools, including Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools (e.g., SysML, Cameo) will be a plus.

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