RF Engineer

Radio Frequency Microwave Engineering LeadAt 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) is hiring for a Radio Frequency Microwave Engineering Lead in El Segundo, CA to support product development of Antenna/Array Feeds, Passive Microwave Devices and RF test verification. This role within Boeing Space Mission Systems Integrated Design Engineering will be able to influence the success of multiple government and commercial satellites, in addition to One Boeing opportunities.Position Responsibilities:Develops and validates requirements for various complex communication, sensor and other electromagnetic systems and components.Develops and validates electromagnetic requirements for electrical/electronic systems, mechanical systems, interconnects and structures.Develops architectures to integrate complex systems and components into higher level systems and platforms.Performs complicated trade studies, modeling, simulation and other forms of analysis to predict component, interconnects and system performance and to optimize design around established requirements.Defines and conducts critical tests of various kinds to validate performance of designs to requirements. Manages appropriate aspects of critical supplier and partner performance to ensure compliance to requirements.Provides support to products throughout their lifecycle from manufacturing to customer use by providing guidance and support to resolve complex issues.Supports project management by providing coordinating development of work statement, budget, schedule and other required inputs and conducting appropriate reviews.Generates major sections of proposals to support development of new business.Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)This position requires the ability to obtain a US Security Clearance for which the US Government requires US Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Top Secret/SCI 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 statementTypically, 9 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experienceExperience with high power RF test equipment and techniques for systems ranging from UHF to K-band frequenciesDemonstrated experience in setting up and executing passive intermodulation and RF high power tests and expertise in diagnosing and mitigating PIM effectsProven ability to work with UHF frequency RF systems assembly and testPreferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)Project Management ExperiencePay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. 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.