Boeing

Aerospace

CommunicationSystemsEngineer

$146–198k Tukwila, Washington, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“Communication Systems Engineer at Boeing. Skills: Communication systems, SATCOM, System design. Lead design and development of airborne and space. Develop system architecture”

Industry & Context.

Aerospace
Problems you'll solve

Problem-solving; Analytical skills

Eligibility Requirements

10% travel, U. S. Citizenship required, Ability to obtain U. S. Security Clearance, Interim U. S. Secret Clearance Pre-Start, Final U. S. Secret Clearance Post-Start

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent, Minimum of 8 years of experience in communication system engineering, Experience in SATCOM architectures and design practices, Experience with model-based development using MATLAB/Simulink, U. S. Person status required, Ability to obtain a U. S. Security Clearance, U. S. Citizenship required

Nice to Have

Master’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Communications Engineering, or related discipline, Experience working on satellite or space based communication systems, Experience with wide-band SATCOM (L, Ku, K, Ka band), HF, VHF, UHF, Experience in hardware & software development for communication systems used in military aircraft, Knowledge of military and commercial SATCOM networks, Knowledge of Advanced Tactical Data Links, Understanding of antenna characteristics, Experience with phased array antenna requirements and trade studies, Experience with waveform characteristics, Experience with communication system architectures, Understanding of general link budgeting concepts, Understanding of SATCOM link budgets, Experience with aerospace communication standards and protocols, Familiarity with software-defined radio (SDR), Familiarity with networked communication systems, Prior experience leading engineering teams or projects, Knowledge of cybersecurity principles related to communication systems

What You'll Do.

Lead design and development of airborne and space

Develop system architecture

Develop hardware specifications

Develop software interface specifications

Analyze customer requirements

Translate requirements into system designs

Develop and validate link budgets

Assess regulatory impacts on link budgets

Assess regulatory impacts on system designs

Evaluate waveform characteristics

Define antenna characteristics

Perform trades for phased array antenna requirements

Specify communications system performance requirements

Decompose system performance requirements

Collaborate with cross-functional teams

Provide technical leadership

Mentor junior engineers

Support system verification activities

Support system validation activities

Support certification activities

Write technical proposal sections

Identify technical risks

Mitigate technical risks

Interface with customers

Interface with stakeholders

Provide technical solutions

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Cross-functional teams; Multidisciplinary teams

Communication Scope

Technical proposal writing

Process & Methodology

Proposal development

Full Job Description

Communication Systems Engineer **Company:** The Boeing Company At Boeing, we create the future — of mobility, autonomy, speed, endurance, space access and exploration, undersea vehicles, cybersecurity, communication, and much more. We connect people, products, and ideas around the world. We protect people and nations. We explore the mysteries of the universe from seabed to space to cyberspace. We inspire future generations of innovators, dreamers, and doers. We are Engineering & Technology Innovations, Boeing's global research and development team creating and implementing innovative technologies that make the impossible possible and enable the future of aerospace. We are engineers and technicians, skilled scientists, and bold innovators designing the next generation of communication systems for commercial transport airplanes, UAVs, and SatCom. Join us and put your passion, determination, and skill to work building the future! The**Sensor and Antenna Solutions** team is seeking a highly skilled **Communication Systems Engineer** to support**** airborne and space communication designs**** in **Tukwila, WA.** The ideal candidate will work closely with business units and program customers to analyze and translate requirements into system architecture, hardware and software designs, and interface specifications. This role requires a strong technical background, leadership capabilities, and the ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams. The candidate will also contribute to proposal development by writing appropriate sections to support new business growth. ## Key Responsibilities: * Lead the design and development of airborne and space communication systems, including system architecture, hardware, and software interface specifications. * Analyze and translate customer and business unit requirements into detailed system designs. * Develop and validate link budgets for SATCOM and other communication systems. * Assess regulatory impacts (FCC, ETSI, et

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