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Command and Data Handling/Networking Subsystem Engineers – Space Autonomy Systems

Salary

$100,300 - $135,700 per year

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Description

The Boeing Company is seeking Command and Data Handling/Networking Subsystem Engineers to develop and manage C&DHN Subsystems for Boeing secured autonomous satellite network systems.

The role involves requirements definition and flow down, systems design and analysis, systems integration, test, and verification. You will resolve technical issues and ensure hardware and software are flight worthy prior to delivery.

Responsibilities:

  • Gather, define, and document system level requirements to support flight control and mission or trajectory requirements definition
  • Provide technical, cost, and schedule status to program and function
  • Participate and support with cost and schedule reduction initiatives
  • Develop and maintain comprehensive subsystem specifications and unit specs with REA support
  • Work on subsystem-to-subsystem interface requirements and C&DHN subsystem hardware Subcontract/Contract Data Requirements List (SDRLs/CDRLs)
  • Create and release subsystem level analyses such as traffic analysis, TM accuracy, sampling, command pacing
  • Perform Subsystem Architecture (including Block Diagram) and technology insertion (including COMSEC Roadmap)
  • Assure COMSEC implementation and CNSSP-12 compliance including cybersecurity and information assurance
  • Prepare and present C&DHN subsystem design reviews (PDR, CDR, etc.) for customer and Program SEIT interface
  • Input to Spacecraft Database, FSW, and Flight ROPs
  • Define and maintain satellite C&DHN process writings (DMS guides)

Qualifications:

  • 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
  • Foundational knowledge of networking principles including TCP/IP, routing, switching, and network protocols relevant to aerospace systems
  • Willing to travel 10% of the time domestically and internationally

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Software, Electrical, or Aerospace Engineering
  • Experience developing solutions to complex technical problems
  • Experience working with CCSDS and IP (Internet Protocol)
  • Experience working with MIL-STD-1553, SpaceWire, CAN, LVDS or Ethernet
  • Experience in MATLAB, Python, and VBA
  • Strong understanding of network engineering concepts including network architecture design, network security, and network troubleshooting
  • Experience with network simulation and analysis tools
  • Familiarity with satellite communication network and protocols
  • Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices for networked embedded systems
  • Basic understanding of the Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) principles and tools to support system design, analysis, and verification is a plus

Benefits:

  • Competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities
  • Health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs
  • Paid and unpaid time away from work

Salary Range:

  • Associate (Level 2): $100,300 - $135,700
  • Experienced (Level 3): $124,100 - $167,900
  • Lead (Level 4): $153,000 - $207,000

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Required

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