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The Boeing PAC-3 Seeker Program is developing a new design of the Active-RF Seeker and looking for an experienced Senior (Level 4) or Senior Lead (Level 5) Seeker Radar Systems Engineer! This position is located at the Boeing Jetplex facility in Huntsville, Alabama.
Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) Patriot Advanced Capability (PAC-3) program is an air-defense, missile system designed to counter tactical ballistic missiles, cruise missiles, and advanced aircraft where Boeing is the original engineering manufacturer of the seeker. Boeing’s seekers provide active data to the PAC-3 missile which enables it to acquire, intercept and destroy threats using hit-to-kill technology. The PAC-3 Seeker team is a cross functional, highly skilled, motivated group embracing the beliefs that focused safety, execution, LEAN manufacturing and business practices will secure our future and well-being, driving our product to be the seeker of choice for the PAC-3 Missile Program and future generations of weapon systems.
Position Responsibilities Include:
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Develop, document, and communicate high-level architecture and concept of operations for RF homing seeker platforms based on customer-supplied reference missions, detection range, Pdet/Pfa, etc. requirements.
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Lead system level integration efforts, including breadboard/brassboard testing, HWIL rack build-up, and HW/FW/SW integration testing.
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Development of algorithms for radar signal processing techniques such as Kalman filtering, probabilistic and statistical modeling, and measurement processing from pulsed-Doppler waveforms.
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Define system performance requirements and ensure interface definition supports various functional components of the complex Seeker system.
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Conducts analysis to optimize total system-of-systems performance and/or system architecture as applied to algorithmic functionality pertaining to the acquisition and tracking of targets.
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Design of algorithms aimed to process signal returns into discriminated targets and track targets through mission timeline.
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Conducts analysis on algorithm performance with a focus on survivability, vulnerability, and susceptibility to identify necessary modifications to ensure mission success.
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Develops, maintains and identifies improvements for planning, implementation and monitoring of requirements, tools, and technology assessments.
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Review and modify the application of general digital signal processing techniques to the processing of reradiated signal content to ensure accurate signal characteristic identification.
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Ability and willingness to teach and mentor young engineers and inexperienced DSP/algorithm engineers through regular knowledge transfers.
This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.
This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim U.S. Secret Clearance Pre-Start and final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
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Bachelor or Master of Science degree from an accredited course of study, in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry.
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5+ years of experience in RF, digital signal processing (DSP) and/or optical communications.
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Experience with MATLAB for data analysis and/or modeling and simulation.
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3+ years of experience performing software integration with hardware, firmware, and other software, including coordination with interfacing technical teams.
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
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7 or more years’ related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
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Experience in digital signal processing theory, including the application of fundamental digital signal processing techniques.
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Knowledge of linear signal theory, Fourier transforms, and communication theory.
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RF, electrical transmission, signal processing and modeling in MATLAB.
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Familiarity with multiple programming languages (C++, ADA, Python, etc.) in an Agile environment.
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Experience in formal technical writing (i.e. Whitepapers, Tech-Notes, Technical Journals, and Research Reports).
Typical Education/Experience:
Senior: Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 9 or more years’ related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. PhD+4 years’ related work experience, Master+7 years’ related work experience). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.
Senior Lead: Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 14 or more years’ related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. PhD+9 years’ related work experience, Master+12 years’ related work experience). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.
Relocation:
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.
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.
Shift:
This position is for 1st shift.
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.
Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
Senior Summary pay range: $119,850 – $162,150
Senior Lead Summary pay range: $147,050 – $198,950
Referrals to this job are eligible for a monetary employee bonus.
Export Control Requirements: U.S. Government Export Control Status: This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.
Export Control Details: US based job, US Person required
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.
