Command and Data Handling Engineer (Experienced, Lead or Senior)

Command and Data Handling Engineer (Experienced, Lead or Senior)

Company:

The Boeing Company

Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS), Space Mission Systems seeks an Experienced, Lead or Senior Command and Data Handling Engineer (C&DH) to develop and manage C&DH and Telemetry and Command Digital (T&C) Subsystems for Boeing satellite and satellite autonomy programs. To meet security standards and protocols, all work is performed onsite 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.  You will also work with management and experts across multiple disciplines including subsystem engineering, software architecture, software validation, Communications Security (COMSEC) design, Transmission Security (TRANSEC) design, electronic hardware testing, spacecraft level testing, and end-to-end Hardware and Software Integration system engineering.

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&DH 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) and Model-Based Engineering

• Assure COMSEC implementation and CNSSP-12 compliance including cybersecurity and information assurance

• Prepare and present C&DH subsystem design reviews (PDR, CDR, etc.) for customer and Program SEIT interface

• Conduct Software systems requirement reviews to provide input to Spacecraft Database, FSW, and Flight ROPs

• Lead (level 5) or participate in (level 4) C&DH Subsystem In-orbit anomaly investigations and support to Customer Operations Service Center

• Define and maintain satellite C&DH process writings (DMS guides)

• Travel may be required up to 10% of the time; domestically and internationally depending on business needs.

This position is expected to be 100% onsite.  The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at the listed location.

This position requires a current Tier 5 (T5), formerly known as a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) (U.S. Citizenship required) or requires candidate agreed to enter a Continuous Evaluation program.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (including industrial manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science

• 4+ years of experience working in aerospace, defense, or similar high-tech industry

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• 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 in MATLAB, Python, and VBA

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Shift:

This position is for 1st shift.

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.

Total Rewards & Pay Transparency:

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 several 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.  

Summary pay range:

Experienced (level 3): $108,800 - $147,200

Lead (level 4):  $135,150 - $182,850

Senior (level 5):  $164,050 - $221,950

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 export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Safety Sensitive:

This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.

Security Clearance:

This position requires a current Tier 5 (T5), formerly known as a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) (U.S. Citizenship required) or requires candidate agreed to enter a Continuous Evaluation program.

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)

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