Entry-level Digital Electronics Circuit & Unit Hardware Design Engineer
- Location
- El Segundo, CA
- Work type
- On-site
- Job type
- Full-time
- Salary
- $76.0K – $107.0K / yr
- Clearance
- TS/SCI
- U.S. citizenship
- Required
- Posted
- Oct 27, 2026
About the role
Company:
The Boeing CompanyThe Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS), Space, Intelligence, and Weapon Systems Division, has an exciting opportunity for Entry-level Digital Electronics Circuit & Unit Hardware Design Engineer to join us as part of our Space Digital Products & Electronics team located in El Segundo, CA!
Are you passionate about crafting the digital heart of communication satellites? We are seeking Digital Electronics Circuit and Unit Hardware Design Engineers who thrive on developing cutting-edge digital solutions. In this role, you will be at the forefront of designing and implementing the digital circuitry that drives satellite functionality. Your expertise in digital signal processing, data communication, digital control systems, and embedded systems will be instrumental in shaping the future of satellite technology. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you'll ensure seamless integration of digital components, enabling efficient data processing and communication within the satellite. If you are an engineer at heart with a love for all things digital, this is your opportunity to make a significant impact on the world of space technology.
What sets our work-site apart is the unique work experience and collaborative environment we offer. We are truly cradle-to-grave in most aspects of satellite development, with an on-site satellite factory and all our electronics teams co-located on the same worksite. This proximity fosters high collaboration between teams and ensures seamless communication. With a factory just downstairs, we have the capability to turn concepts into reality right on-site.
Moreover, we provide an abundance of tools, resources, and a comprehensive database of prior and ongoing engineering work, offering a wealth of knowledge at your fingertips. At the heart of our environment are world-class engineers and mentors just a room away, ready to collaborate and share their expertise.
As part of Boeing's Space, Intelligence & Weapons Systems Division, you'll have the opportunity for continuous learning and development, gaining exposure to a diverse range of projects, from satellites and the ISS to cutting-edge technology in disruptive computing, avionics, missiles, and autonomous systems. Join us, and be a part of a dynamic environment where innovation thrives and where your skills and aspirations can reach new heights.
Position Responsibilities:
Design and development of state-of-the art digital circuit & unit hardware / digital electronics for aerospace applications
Duties will include electronics design, requirements and interface definition, modeling and analysis, testing, performance and design verification
Technical support for production and test of electronic products
Support projects involving Electronics design
Maintain detailed requirements and specifications for various electronic products
Develop detailed designs of limited scope
Conducts various methods of testing and analysis to support design
Capture data for technical performance measures and performs basic analysis
Provide basic engineering support throughout the lifecycle of the product. Conducts trade studies and literature research to support future product designs
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
This position requires the ability to obtain a US Security Clearance for which the US Government requires US Citizenship as a condition of employment. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret 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 statement
Experience or coursework with Analog or Digital Electronics, Circuits, or Hardware
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering
Industry experience with digital electronics hardware development; Circuit design and analysis experience
Experience in designing, analyzing and testing complex Electronic Circuit Card Assemblies and Units: including generating schematics, performing IR drop, signal integrity and timing analysis
Experience with schematic capture and layout rules, and circuit analysis tools
Firmware, Microprocessor or other Hardware oriented experience can be helpful
Active Top Secret or Top Secret/SCI
Conflict of Interest:
Successful candidate for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
Typical Education/Experience:
Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), computer science, engineering data science, mathematics, physics, or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor), or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience or non-US equivalent qualifications. In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.
Relocation:
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense
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:
$76,050 – $106,950
Language Requirements:
Not ApplicableEducation:
Bachelor's Degree or EquivalentRelocation:
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 the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.Visa Sponsorship:
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.Contingent Upon Award Program
This position is not contingent upon program awardShift:
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