DSP Algorithms Engineer (Mid-Level or Lead)
- US citizenship
- ITAR / US person
- Secret clearance
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About the job
DSP Algorithms Engineer (Mid-Level or Lead) ## Company The Boeing Company Boeing Defense, Space and Security is seekingDSP Algorithms Engineers (Mid-Level or Lead) to join the Space, Intelligence and Weapons Systems teams in El Segundo, CA!
Boeing's Space, Intelligence and Weapons Systems oversees the company's major commercial and government satellite and ground programs for communications, national defense, and other missions. As a DSP Algorithms Engineer, you will design and develop state-of-the-art, space-based communication systems for commercial, civil and/or national security programs.
You will be part of a highly-motivated team that works with domestic or international customers on their latest satellite systems. Project assignments typically span the unit life cycle, from internal trades, concept studies and system definition, to satellite unit development and test.
Candidates will belong to a systems engineering team interacting with customers, suppliers, program management, integration and test engineers, and senior technologists. ## This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at the El Segundo, CA, location. This worksite participates in Boeing’s optional 9/80 schedule rotation.
9/80 is a rotation in which employees can work 9 hour shifts, 8 days per pay period (bi-weekly) and receive every other Friday off. ## Position Responsibilities - Designing and developing next generation RF and digital satellite communication systems - Developing and verifying multi-rate, fixed-point signal processing algorithms - Conducting performance analysis of signal processing models - Performing waveform development and characterization - Performing trade studies - Supporting integration ant test of our payloads and spacecraft from unit level through in-orbit operations - Supporting HDL-level design and verification - Performing detailed system design and verification activities ## 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.
A final U.S.
Secret Clearance Post-Start is required. - Bachelor of Science degree in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science. - Experience in Digital signal processing (DSP) / Digital Communications algorithms and techniques (equalization, turbo/viterbi coding/decoding, channel estimation, filter design, resampling theory, etc.) - 1+ years of experience with Matlab or Simulink. - 3 + years of experience in core digital communications and signal processing theory - 1+ years of experience in systems engineering (requirements definition, allocation, verification, architecture design and trade design). ## Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience) - Experience working with ASICs or FPGAs - Experience with performance characteristics of analog electronics or data converters (ADCs / DACs) - Experience with digital/RF lab equipment (oscilloscope, signal generator, spectrum analyzer) - 3+ years of experience with Matlab and/or Simulink - 5+ years of experience in digital signal processing or digital communications - 3+ years of experience in systems engineering concepts (requirements definition, allocation, verification, architecture design and trade design) - Leading teams - Leading IR&D activities - Mid-level: 5 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience - Lead Level: 9 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience ## Conflict of Interest Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process. ## 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 are met as outlined in our policies. ## Relocation This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.
Note: Basic relocation will be offered for eligible internal candidates. ## 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 for Mid-level (Level 3): $119,850 – $162,150 Summary Pay Range for Lead level (Level 4): $146,200 - $197,800 ## 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 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 award ## Shift Shift 1 (United States of America) Stay safe from recruitment fraud! The only way to apply for a position at Boeing is via our Careers website.
Learn how to protect yourself from recruitment fraud - Recruitment Fraud Warning Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
EEO is the law Boeing EEO Policy Request an Accommodation Applicant Privacy ## Boeing Participates in E – Verify - E-Verify (English) - E-Verify (Spanish) ## Right to Work Statement - Right to Work (English) - Right to Work (Spanish)
From Boeing's job posting, checked 7 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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