ASIC Physical Design Engineer — Synthesis and Timing – (Associate or Experienced)
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 18, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 4, 2026.
Company:
The Boeing CompanyBoeing Space, Intelligence & Weapons Systems has an exciting opportunity for multipleASIC Physical Design Engineers - Synthesis and Timing to join us as part of our Boeing Electronic Products team at the heart of Boeing’s products to support advanced digital subsystem development in an aerospace environment in El Segundo, CA.
Position overview
We are hiring an ASIC Physical Design Engineer - Synthesis and Timing to help implement advanced SoCs used in mission-critical satellite and space applications. You will own portions of the full physical design flow-from synthesis and STA through ECOs and tapeout-collaborating closely with architecture, RTL, verification and outside companies.
Key Responsibilities
Help in driving frontend and backend implementation including synthesis, equivalence checking, floor-planning, timing constraints, timing and power convergence, and ECO implementation
Ensure clean netlist handoffs and predictable convergence by partnering with RTL, verification, DFT, and backend partner companies
Support chip-level integration, top-level timing closure, signoff readiness, and tapeout activities
Contribute to methodology, automation, tool evaluations, and flow documentation
Troubleshoot complex cross-domain timing issues and propose robust, repeatable fixes
Boeing continuously shapes the future of aerospace and space systems, advancing U.S. leadership in space while amplifying human creativity and intelligence. As a Boeing engineer, you’ll join a diverse, collaborative team solving high-impact challenges in complex semiconductor design. If you value a company that supports strong work-life balance and meaningful technical work, Boeing is the place to be.
How to make your application stand out:
If you are a creative, autonomous engineer passionate about building your career in ASIC Physical design engineering for ASICs, we want to hear from you. Please include a cover letter/brief summary of relevant ASIC physical design experience when submitting your application.
This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at the listed location.
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
This position requires the ability to obtain a US Security Clearance for which the US Government requires US Citizenship as a condition of employment. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.
Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus in Electrical, Mechanical or Aeronautical), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement
1+ years of practical experience in synthesis and static timing analysis (STA)
Solid understanding of timing convergence, constraints generation/management, and logic synthesis at block or full-chip level
Familiarity with DFT, UPF/CPF power intent, ECO implementation, and signoff flows
Experience with industry-standard EDA tools for synthesis, STA, and equivalence checking
Proficiency in scripting (Tcl, Python, Perl) for flow automation and analysis
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
Experienced, Level 3: 5+ years of related engineering experience
Bachelor’s Degree or Master's Degree in EE, Computer Engineering/Science, or related field
Active U.S. Secret Security Clearance
Experience with large, timing-challenging ASIC blocks and cross-domain timing convergence
Hands-on experience across the complete physical design flow (synthesis, floorplanning, P&R, CTS, STA, physical verification)
Background in radiation-hardened or space-qualified ASIC design
Experience working in multi-disciplinary teams, vendors and with external Backend partners
Familiarity with industry-standard tools and methodologies
Conflict of Interest:
Successful candidate for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
Typical Education/Experience:
Associate, Level 2: Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer 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 (e.g. Master). 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.
Relocation:
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility. Note: Basic relocation will be offered for eligible internal candidates.
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.
Shift Work:
This position is for 1st shift.
Total Rewards:
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.
Summary pay range for Associate, (Level 2): $98,600 - $133,400
Summary pay range for Experienced, (Level 3): $119,850 - $162,150
Language Requirements:
Not ApplicableEducation:
Bachelor's Degree or EquivalentRelocation:
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.Export Control Requirement:
This is not an Export Control position.Safety Sensitive:
This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.Security Clearance:
This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.Visa Sponsorship:
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.Contingent Upon Award Program
This position is not contingent upon program awardShift:
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