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Spacecraft Autonomy Engineer (Associate, Experienced or Lead)

Boeing

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El Segundo, CA
Secret Polygraph Unspecified
Career Level not specified
$100,300 - $135,700

Job Description

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We're committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS), Space Mission Systems seeks an Associate, Experienced or Lead Spacecraft Autonomy Engineer (Level 2, 3, or 4) support subsystem design and verification for Boeing satellite programs in El Segundo, CA.

Autonomy Subsystem engineering assignments include requirements definition and flow down, systems design and fault test analysis, systems integration, test, and verification. You will resolve technical issues and ensure hardware and software integration are flight worthy prior to delivery. This role will provide support for autonomous product requirements definition and decomposition, systems design and analysis, systems integration, test, and verification.

Position Responsibilities:
  • Provide support to Avionics subsystem in algorithm development and fault scenarios development process, and In-orbit anomaly investigations
  • System requirements definition, flowdown, and verification
  • Spacecraft Autonomy Design (Fault Detection/Response, Mode architecture, System Support functions)
  • Perform Fault Analysis
  • Support Fault Contingency Modeling (with stressing failure scenarios in various mission phases)
  • Work closely with Guidance, Navigation, Control teams for Dynamics and Control simulation as required
  • Develop mission analysis and scenarios
  • Support System Design Reviews
  • Support Flight Software Qualification and Test Case Development
  • Define and document mission parameters for flight software use, operations, and testing
  • Participate in cost and schedule reduction initiatives
  • Launch and mission readiness and support
  • Define and maintain satellite fault design process writings


This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/ Experience):
  • Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement
  • 3+ years of experience working in aerospace, defense, or similar high-tech industry
  • Willing to travel 10% of the time domestically and internationally


Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
  • Experience developing solutions to complex technical problems
  • Experience working with GNC sensors using MIL-STD-1553, SpaceWire, CAN, LVDS or Ethernet interfaces
  • Experience in C++, MATLAB, Python, and VBA for algorithm development in general
  • Experience in simulation and emulation development, test case development, and satellite fault design process writings
  • Model-based Engineering experience is a plus


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.

Pay and 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.

Associate (Level 2) Summary Pay Range: $100,300 - $135,700

Experienced (Level 3) Summary Pay Range: $124,100 - $167,900

Lead (Level 4) Summary Pay Range: $153,000 - $207,000

Applications for this position will be accepted until Apr. 17, 2026

Export Control Requirements:

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.

Export Control Details:

US based job, US Person required

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

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.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift

Equal Opportunity Employer:

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.
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