Payload Mechanical Design Engineer, Associate

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El Segundo, CA, USA
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91K-123K Annually
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The Role
Design, develop, and document spacecraft payload structural and interior components using 3D CAD. Route RF waveguides and cables, support manufacturing and supplier activities, investigate anomalies, and coordinate requirements across functions under general supervision.
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Boeing Defense Space and Security (BDS) is currently looking for a Payload Mechanical Design Engineer (Associate) to join their team in El Segundo, CA.
The Payload Mechanical Engineering group needs an experienced Payload Mechanical Design Engineer. with technical knowledge, expertise, and leadership for payload mechanical engineering, CAD design processes and techniques, and RF transmission line design and products
This individual assists to develop, integrate and document structural and interior payload system requirements to establish the spacecraft system design. They develop, maintain and modify basic structural and interior payload system and component designs, using 3-D Computer Aided Design tools and/or other design methods, to provide product definition to other engineering groups, production operations, suppliers and external customers throughout the product lifecycle. This engineer understands RF cable and waveguide routing methods and design criteria for RF systems and components to meet requirements and specifications. They assist with supplier development, test and production activities and coordination with the supplier to optimize the design and achieve program goals. This person supports investigation of anomalous issues and supports resolution and corrective actions and works under general supervision.
Position Responsibilities:
  • Mechanical Design using CAD application
  • RF Waveguide and cable routing using CAD application
  • Detail documentation for payload mechanical engineering
  • Support of manufacturing activities for payload engineering
  • Coordination of requirements with different functions

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at the listed location.
This position requires a U.S. Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). Ability to Obtain U.S. Top Secret/SCI - Final Post-Start
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience
  • Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus on Mechanical, Civil, Aerospace Aeronautical or Material Sciences)
  • Typically, 2 years or more of related work experience
  • 1 + or more years' as a Mechanical Engineer in a production environment
  • 1 + or more years' experience working with RF Communication systems
  • 1+ or more years experience with 3D solid modeling software applications (e.g. CREO, NX, Catia)

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
  • Experience with CREO Parametric CAD application
  • Active Top Secret/SCI clearance

Conflict of Interest:
Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
Relocation:
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.
Shift Work Statement:
This position is for 1st shift
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.
Summary pay range: $ 90,950 - $ 123,050
Applications for this position will be accepted until Jul. 28, 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 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. Top Secret/SCI Clearance Post-Start is required.
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.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical, Civil, Aerospace/Aeronautical, or Materials Engineering
  • Typically 2+ years related work experience
  • 1+ years as a Mechanical Engineer in a production environment
  • 1+ years experience working with RF communication systems
  • 1+ years experience with 3D solid modeling software (e.g., CREO, NX, CATIA)
  • Proficiency in mechanical design and RF waveguide/cable routing using CAD
  • Ability to obtain U.S. Top Secret/SCI security clearance (U.S. Citizenship required)
  • Position is 100% onsite at El Segundo, CA
  • Export control compliance: must be a U.S. Person as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62
  • Experience with CREO Parametric CAD application
  • Active Top Secret/SCI clearance

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