Comms & Sensor Systems Engineer/Scientist
Boeing
Posted: April 6, 2026
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A Comms & Sensor Systems Engineer/Scientist is sought for the Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) Phantom Works in Mesa, AZ, with the primary responsibilities of implementing real-time embedded hardware, firmware, and software, while having strong analytical skills and proficiency in physical modeling and simulation tools.
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Comms & Sensor Systems Engineer/Scientist
Company:
The Boeing Company
Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS), Phantom Works is seeking a Comms & Sensor Systems Engineer/Scientist to join the Phantom Works Special Technology Integration team in Mesa, AZ.
The successful candidate should have a working knowledge of electromagnetic systems, components, and applied physics; have significant knowledge and experience with implementing real-time embedded hardware, firmware, and software; have strong analytical skills, knowledge, and proficiency with physical modeling and simulation tools; and knowledge of advanced math and system modeling principles as applied to aerospace and electrophysical analysis.
Position Responsibilities:
• Interpret highly dynamic or uncertain requirements to develop flexible embedded hardware and software systems within aggressive program schedules and budgets
• Remain application and product focused while simultaneously executing multiple technical aspects of vertically integrated designs
• Balance systems/software engineering best practices with cost, schedule, and system performance requirements
• Apply systems-level thinking and agile design practices to advance embedded system architectures
• Perform control system logic/algorithm, hardware, and software development tasks
• Provide end-to-end systems integration, test, and field support
• Work under experienced electrophysics engineer/scientists, software, and hardware engineers in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Take ownership of tasking from start to finish and demonstrate consistent initiative with ambiguous or unclear assignments
• Maintain project planning of assigned sub-tasks; decomposing milestones, reporting progress, estimating completion, and communicating help needed
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills and Experience):
• 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
• Level 2: 2+ years of related work experience and a bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of related work experience and technical education
• Level 3: 5+ years of related work experience and a bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of related work experience and technical education
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills and Experience):
• 2+ years of experience with low-level software programming in C/C++, and/or Rust, etc. and version control workflows (Git, GitLab, SVN, etc.)
• 2+ years of experience in high-level software development for applied physics, modeling, and/or simulation using MATLAB, Python, Julia, and/or Jupyter, etc.
• 3+ of experience in real-time embedded systems and low-level driver development with microcontrollers, single board computers, and/or FPGAs
Conflict of Interest:
Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
Drug Free Workplace:
Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace (DFW) 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.
The Boeing 401(k) helps you save for your future, with contributions from Boeing that can help you grow your retirement savings. Our best-in-class retirement benefit features:
• Best in class 401(k) plan: we'll match your contributions dollar for dollar, up to 10% of eligible pay with Immediate 100% vesting
• Student Loan Match: The Boeing 401(k) Student Loan Match allows eligible enrolled U.S. employees to have their qualified student loan debt payments counted, along with any match-eligible contributions they make, for purposes of determining the Company Match to employees' Boeing 401(k) accounts.
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:
Level 2: $91,800-$124,200
Level 3: $112,200-$151,800
Language Requirements:
Not Applicable
Education:
Not Applicable
Relocation:
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 U.S. Secret Clearance Pre-Start and 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 award
Shift:
Shift 1 (United States of America)
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