Mid-level Ground Systems Engineer for MILSATCOM Program
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About the role
Mid-level Ground Systems Engineer for MILSATCOM Program
Company
The Boeing Company
The Boeing Space & Mission Systems MILSATCOM Program is seeking a mid-level Ground Systems Engineerto develop our nation’s next generation of satellite ground systems in El Segundo, CA.This position is for Ground Systems Engineer who enjoys the opportunity to work on multiple phases of our ground system development programs. The successful candidate will be working on design trade studies, developing and integrate the cutting-edge Command & Control (C2) System in an agile environment. We seek candidates who have skills in systems engineering or willing to learn and want to bring their skills to the next level through mentorship and hands-on development which include the analysis of system requirements and subsystem requirements, interface design documents, support ground systems architecture and design, system integration, system test, system verification, and demonstration to assure that the ground system satisfies the intent of the customer requirements. Additionally, the applicant will be trained in the use of Boeing and Ground processes and procedures.
We seek candidates with interest and skills in the following areas
- Ground system integration and test and formal qualification
- Excellent oral and written communication skills and works well in a team environment
- Familiarity with the concept of requirement verification and test process
As a member of the MILSATCOM Program Team, you'll be involved in the ground system verification and test and support of the customer’s delivery system. The team will develop, execute, and document test plans, procedures, and reports of the ground system and systems from single components to larger functional systems. The MILSATCOM Program Team offers a collaborative causal, but professional mentoring environment with long-term potential for career growth into technical and management positions.
Position Responsibilities
- Applies an interdisciplinary, collaborative approach to plan, design, develop and verify basic lifecycle balanced system of systems and system solutions
- Evaluates customer/operational needs to define system performance requirements, integrate technical parameters and assure compatibility of all physical, functional and program interfaces
- Performs analyses to optimize total system of systems and/or system architecture
- Performs analyses for affordability, safety, reliability, maintainability, testability, human systems integration, survivability, vulnerability, susceptibility, system security, regulatory, certification, product assurance and other specialties quality factors into a preferred configuration to ensure mission success
- Supports the planning, organization, implementation and monitoring of requirements management processes, tools, risk, issues, opportunity management and technology readiness assessment processes
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills and Experience)
- This position requires an active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)
- 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
- 5 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience
- Experience with system integration, testing, or troubleshooting
Desired Experience, Skills, and Qualifications
- 10+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- 1+ years of experience leading or managing an engineering project or team
- Experience with Systems Design and Architecture
- Experience creating and documenting test plans/procedures, executing tests, analyzing results, and/or creating test reports
- Experience in Ground System systems engineering, including requirements analysis, design, and operation
- Experience with development of Command and Control (C2), Mission Management, and Mission Planning software systems for Ground Systems
- Experience in software coding, scripting, and troubleshooting
- Experience with JIRA and Confluence
- Experience working with Government customers
- Experience in developing, generating, and executing the system test plans, procedures, and reports
- Experience working in the team of systems engineers using scaled agile development process
- Experience in system requirements generation, verification and system integration and test (I&T) at least 3 years
- Strong Communication, Adaptability, Decision Making, Customer Focus, Integrated Systems, Engineering Analysis, and Requirements/Tracing skillset
- Level 3: 5 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 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 (Mid-Level - Level 3): $119,850 - $162,150
Language Requirements
Not Applicable
Education
Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent
Relocation
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
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 an active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)
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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