Space Electronics Test Systems Design Engineer (Associate/Experienced/Lead)
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 12, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 8, 2026.
Company:
The Boeing CompanyBoeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) seeks Space Electronics Test Systems Design Engineers (Associate/Experienced/Lead) to join our Special Test Equipment (STE) for the Space Electronics Team located in El Segundo, CA.
This team works on space-grade electronics, from power and digital subsystems to RF/mixed signal systems and is responsible for the cradle-to-grave design, build, validation, and support to ensures the flight products and systems perform as intended in the extreme operating environments.
You will contribute to diverse projects from cutting-edge satellite communication systems to advanced exploration ventures. Your expertise will have a direct impact on crucial missions, such as the development of the Wideband Global SATCOM (WGS) system, a high-capacity satellite communications backbone for the U.S. Department of Defense, as well as the Mobile User Objective System (MUOS), the U.S. Navy’s next-generation narrowband tactical SATCOM constellation using a cellular-style waveform to provide secure, global mobile voice and data, and Boeing Evolved Strategic SATCOM (ESS), which provides end-to-end engineering, integration, and sustainment services for satellite platforms, payloads, and ground systems across civil and defense space programs.
Position Responsibilities:
Participate in the full lifecycle development of STE for space applications: system architecture, detailed design, prototyping, integration, verification, and delivery
Candidates who apply to this position will be assigned a HW or SW development role based on their expertise. You are not expected to be savvy in both:
Hardware: Design and develop custom test solutions based on unit specifications, perform and review detailed circuit designs (power supplies, filters, amplifiers, mixers), build prototypes, and implement test harnesses
Software: architect and develop automation and control software for automated test stations and implement data acquisition and test frameworks. Design, implement, and validate automated test software and data acquisition systems using LabVIEW, TestStand, Python, C#, or equivalent platforms (software-focused applicants should highlight relevant experience)
Support design reviews, design controls, configuration management, and execution of verification/qualification test plans to meet space qualification requirements; implement reviewer feedback and corrective actions as directed
Troubleshoot anomalies during integration, environmental testing, and production; perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions in coordination with program leads
Recommend procurement needs and suggest test equipment purchases to meet technical objectives; assist with equipment selection and evaluation
Contribute technical input to proposals and capture activities, including scope definition, cost and schedule estimates, and risk analyses
Collaborate with engineers, technicians, and program leads; communicate technical status and risks to stakeholders when requested
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. An interim and/or final U.S. Top Secret/SCI clearance Post Start is required
Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science
Experience with power/digital/RF electronics test equipment design OR software architecture and coding experience
2 or more years of engineering work experience
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
Automated test equipment design experience
Experience with PCB design, schematic capture, layout, and/or routing
Experience with hands on troubleshooting power, digital or RF systems
Hands-on experience using test equipment such as digital multimeters, power analyzers, logic analyzers, and digital oscilloscopes
Software coding experience including; however, not limited to: LabView, Test Stand, C/C#, Python, FPGA Verilog/VHDL, and/or MATLAB Signal
Knowledge of power systems and digital communication protocols
Understanding of various power systems and digital communication protocols used in space applications
Experience in power and thermal analysis
The ability to perform power and thermal analysis on circuits and systems, predicting their behavior under various conditions and ensuring they meet the necessary requirements
Availability to travel up to 10% of the time, domestically depending on business needs
Typical Education/Experience:
Lead, 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.
Conflict of Interest:
Successful candidate for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
Relocation:
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility. Note: Basic relocation will be offered for eligible internal candidates.
Shift:
This is a 1st shift position.
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.
Pay & 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.
Summary Pay Range (Associate Level 2): $98,600 - $133,400
Summary Pay Range (Experienced Level 3): $119,850 - $162,150
Summary Pay Range (Lead Level 4): $146,200 - $197,800
Language Requirements:
Not ApplicableEducation:
Bachelor's Degree or EquivalentRelocation:
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 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. Top Secret/SCI 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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