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Electrophysics Engineer/Scientist – (Experienced, Lead, or Senior)

Boeing logoBoeing$119,850–$239,200/yrEl Segundo, CAFull timePosted 1w ago
  • US citizenship
  • ITAR / US person
  • Secret clearance

About the job

Electrophysics Engineer/Scientist – (Experienced, Lead, or Senior) ## Company The Boeing Company Boeing Defense, Space, & Security (BDS)is seeking Electrophysics Engineer/Scientist – (Experienced, Lead, or Senior) to join the Space Electronics One Boeing & New Business team located in El Segundo, California.

You will be part of a team of Technical Experts leading supplier design engineering teams in developing and executing innovative solutions for RF Microwave units, TWTAs, Rate Sensors, Photonics,and other new and emerging technologies across multiple domains.

This position utilizes experience developing electrical, rf, and/or electro-optical units, leading multi-skilled engineering teams to execute new product designs, resolving technical issues, executing failure analyses, providing supplier technical oversight and supporting spacecraft integration and flight deployment of a variety of units.

The ideal candidate will thrive at leading multi-functional teams, solving challenging problems, and learning new technologies and design approaches. ## 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 ## Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience) - Lead, Level 4 : 9+ years of related engineering experience - Senior, Level 5: 15+ years of related engineering experience - Active Tier 5/SSBI - Experience working with suppliers for space applications - Product design experience - Design or test experience with electronic units, RF microwave units, TWTAs, rate sensors, and/or photonic components/units - Project engineering, project management or integrated product team leadership experience ## Conflict of Interest Successful candidate for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process. ## Typical Education/Experience 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.

Senior, Level 5: 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 15 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 Experienced, Level 3: $119,850 - $162,150 Summary pay range Lead, Leve 4: $146,200 - $197,800 Summary pay range Senior, Level 5: $176,800 - $239,200 ## 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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