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At 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), Space, Intelligence & Weapons Systems (SI&WS) division is seeking a Systems EngineeringManager - Payload (K-Level) to join the Space Systems Engineering Department in support of payload activities from El Segundo, CA.
Our team works with Commercial, Government, and Proprietary Customers in the development and deployment of next-generation technologies and systems in Space. The candidate will demonstrate the ability to provide high impact, creative solutions to complex technical problems, the ability to work as part of a large team, and the ability to provide critical support and independent review of the work of teammates.
Position Responsibilities:
- Responsible for resources and execution on programs and new business activities by providing high-quality designs, engineering solutions, and products on time and under budget
- New business support including overseeing conceptual designs, proposal generation, technical/schedule/cost trade studies, rough order of magnitude estimates (ROMs), and system studies
- Development of payload systems engineering talent with superior knowledge of system drivers, capable of performing system trade studies, resolving issues, executing on programs, and generating winning proposals
- Support efforts to achieve cost reduction targets, including achievement of product line cost reduction initiatives, development of new engineering innovations, and indirect expenditure reduction
- Develop and maintain relationships and partnerships with customers, stakeholders, peers, partners and direct reports in the development of innovative strategy, product offerings, efficient development and execution of product design, integration, test, and verification
- Support the development of the Spacecraft/Payload Technology Roadmaps
- Support the simplification of internal processes
- Support Knowledge Management efforts and improve information sharing/training among the different programs and projects
- Attract, retain, develop, and reward a motivated workforce
The ideal candidate will excel in both the engineering technical acumen/excellence required for this role while being an engaging and motivating people leader, including committing to:
- Prioritizing the development and career growth of his/her employees and team
- Inspiring and empowering your team through collaboration, communication, and caring
- Building and nurturing an inclusive culture by seeking out different perspectives, speaking up with ideas or concerns, and actively listening to teammates and stakeholders
- Ensuring a psychologically safe work environment where employees can freely and proactively raise safety, quality, and schedule concerns as soon as they are known
This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at the listed location.
Boeing First-Line Leader Assessment: To be considered for this position you will be required to complete an assessment as part of the selection process. Failure to complete the assessment will remove you from consideration.
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. Special Program Access or other Government Access Requirements are mandatory for this position.
- Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement
- 5+ years of experience working on satellite or space-based communication systems
- 5+ years of experience with digital payload analysis, development, and integration and test
- 5+ years of experience leading proprietary payload verification and test
- Candidates must have at least one year of experience in a leadership role (team leader, temp manager, large scale cross functional project/program management, or formal manager experience) OR have completed the Boeing internal course “Exploring Leadership”
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering
- 5+ years of experience in engineering leadership
- Excellent communications skills, verbal and written
- Ability to effectively communicate at all levels of management, customers, and partners
- Previous management experience
- Ability to build a safe environment of inclusion, transparency, and trust
- Leadership skills to lead and influence positive outcomes
- Previous experience in leading, mentoring, and engaging individuals and teams
- Experience providing active mentorship and career guidance
- Can up-level existing team by hiring high performance talent, growing leaders and helping underperforming members
- Can gain trust of team and provide guidance for their careers
Conflict of Interest:
Successful candidate for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
Relocation:
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility. Note: Basic relocation will be offered for eligible internal candidates.
Security Clearance:
This position requires the applicant to submit to, and receive, a favorable U.S. Government security clearance. To obtain a security clearance, the applicant will be subject to an extensive background investigation which will require applicants to entail providing detailed information on their regarding education, employment, criminal records, foreign interests/contacts, illegal drug involvement, financial delinquencies, certain types of mental health treatment, alcohol-related incidents and counseling, military service, prior clearances and investigations, civil court actions, misuse of computer systems, subversive activities, and other information. Proceeding with the hiring process following an offer of employment will serve as the applicant’s acknowledgment and agreement to participate in this the U.S. Government security clearance process.
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.
Total Reward Summary:
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.
Summary Pay Range: $151,300 - $204,700
Applications for this position will be accepted until Nov. 30, 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 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.
Your Benefits
No matter where you are in life, our benefits help prepare you for the present and the future.
- Generous company match to your 401(k).
- Industry-leading tuition assistance program pays your institution directly.
- Fertility, adoption, and surrogacy benefits.
- Up to $10,000 gift match when you support your favorite nonprofit organizations.
These programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other conditions, which may differ for employees of certain subsidiaries or business units, or union-represented employees depending on bargaining agreement terms. If this information conflicts with the program documents, the latter shall control. This material is informational only.
At 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), Space, Intelligence & Weapons Systems (SI&WS) division is seeking a Systems EngineeringManager - Payload (K-Level) to join the Space Systems Engineering Department in support of payload activities from El Segundo, CA.
Our team works with Commercial, Government, and Proprietary Customers in the development and deployment of next-generation technologies and systems in Space. The candidate will demonstrate the ability to provide high impact, creative solutions to complex technical problems, the ability to work as part of a large team, and the ability to provide critical support and independent review of the work of teammates.
Position Responsibilities:
- Responsible for resources and execution on programs and new business activities by providing high-quality designs, engineering solutions, and products on time and under budget
- New business support including overseeing conceptual designs, proposal generation, technical/schedule/cost trade studies, rough order of magnitude estimates (ROMs), and system studies
- Development of payload systems engineering talent with superior knowledge of system drivers, capable of performing system trade studies, resolving issues, executing on programs, and generating winning proposals
- Support efforts to achieve cost reduction targets, including achievement of product line cost reduction initiatives, development of new engineering innovations, and indirect expenditure reduction
- Develop and maintain relationships and partnerships with customers, stakeholders, peers, partners and direct reports in the development of innovative strategy, product offerings, efficient development and execution of product design, integration, test, and verification
- Support the development of the Spacecraft/Payload Technology Roadmaps
- Support the simplification of internal processes
- Support Knowledge Management efforts and improve information sharing/training among the different programs and projects
- Attract, retain, develop, and reward a motivated workforce
The ideal candidate will excel in both the engineering technical acumen/excellence required for this role while being an engaging and motivating people leader, including committing to:
- Prioritizing the development and career growth of his/her employees and team
- Inspiring and empowering your team through collaboration, communication, and caring
- Building and nurturing an inclusive culture by seeking out different perspectives, speaking up with ideas or concerns, and actively listening to teammates and stakeholders
- Ensuring a psychologically safe work environment where employees can freely and proactively raise safety, quality, and schedule concerns as soon as they are known
This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at the listed location.
Boeing First-Line Leader Assessment: To be considered for this position you will be required to complete an assessment as part of the selection process. Failure to complete the assessment will remove you from consideration.
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. Special Program Access or other Government Access Requirements are mandatory for this position.
- Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement
- 5+ years of experience working on satellite or space-based communication systems
- 5+ years of experience with digital payload analysis, development, and integration and test
- 5+ years of experience leading proprietary payload verification and test
- Candidates must have at least one year of experience in a leadership role (team leader, temp manager, large scale cross functional project/program management, or formal manager experience) OR have completed the Boeing internal course “Exploring Leadership”
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering
- 5+ years of experience in engineering leadership
- Excellent communications skills, verbal and written
- Ability to effectively communicate at all levels of management, customers, and partners
- Previous management experience
- Ability to build a safe environment of inclusion, transparency, and trust
- Leadership skills to lead and influence positive outcomes
- Previous experience in leading, mentoring, and engaging individuals and teams
- Experience providing active mentorship and career guidance
- Can up-level existing team by hiring high performance talent, growing leaders and helping underperforming members
- Can gain trust of team and provide guidance for their careers
Conflict of Interest:
Successful candidate for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
Relocation:
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility. Note: Basic relocation will be offered for eligible internal candidates.
Security Clearance:
This position requires the applicant to submit to, and receive, a favorable U.S. Government security clearance. To obtain a security clearance, the applicant will be subject to an extensive background investigation which will require applicants to entail providing detailed information on their regarding education, employment, criminal records, foreign interests/contacts, illegal drug involvement, financial delinquencies, certain types of mental health treatment, alcohol-related incidents and counseling, military service, prior clearances and investigations, civil court actions, misuse of computer systems, subversive activities, and other information. Proceeding with the hiring process following an offer of employment will serve as the applicant’s acknowledgment and agreement to participate in this the U.S. Government security clearance process.
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.
Total Reward Summary:
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.
Summary Pay Range: $151,300 - $204,700
Applications for this position will be accepted until Nov. 30, 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 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.
Your Benefits
No matter where you are in life, our benefits help prepare you for the present and the future.
- Generous company match to your 401(k).
- Industry-leading tuition assistance program pays your institution directly.
- Fertility, adoption, and surrogacy benefits.
- Up to $10,000 gift match when you support your favorite nonprofit organizations.
These programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other conditions, which may differ for employees of certain subsidiaries or business units, or union-represented employees depending on bargaining agreement terms. If this information conflicts with the program documents, the latter shall control. This material is informational only.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Electronics & Hardware
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in RF systems engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, physics, or a closely related field
- Proficiency in RF simulation and design tools such as MATLAB, ADS, or HFSS
- Experience with link budget analysis and RF system-level design
- Active or adjudicable Secret or Top Secret security clearance
- Hands-on experience with RF test equipment including VNAs and spectrum analyzers
- Familiarity with radar, communications, or electronic warfare system architectures
Tips for Your RF Systems Engineer Job Search
Tailor your resume to clearance requirements
Many rf systems engineer postings require an active Secret or Top Secret clearance. If you hold one, state the level and current status in your resume header. Hiring managers filter on this before reading anything else.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists rf systems engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Quantify your RF lab and test experience
Descriptions like 'performed RF testing' won't stand out. Name the specific equipment you used, such as vector network analyzers or spectrum analyzers, the frequency bands you worked in, and the systems you validated.
Target postings by frequency band and platform
RF roles differ sharply by domain: millimeter-wave 5G, airborne radar, and satellite comms each require distinct expertise. Search by platform type or frequency range so you're applying to jobs where your background is a direct match.
Prepare a system-level design walkthrough
Interviewers for rf systems engineer roles routinely ask you to walk through a link budget or RF chain design end to end. Practice explaining your reasoning aloud, including trade-off decisions, before your first technical screen.
Negotiate total compensation around clearance value
An active clearance adds demonstrable value to your offer because employers avoid the cost and time of sponsoring a new one. Understand that value before you negotiate so you can discuss it with concrete context.
RF Systems Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most rf systems engineers?
The most active employers for rf systems engineers right now are Raytheon, Apple, and Booz Allen Hamilton, and the most openings are in California, Virginia, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Defense primes and government contractors consistently account for a large share of active postings.
How many rf systems engineer jobs are remote?
About 38% of rf systems engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, which is lower than many engineering disciplines. Roles focused on systems modeling, simulation, and proposal work are the most likely to allow remote arrangements, while positions requiring lab access, hardware integration, or clearance-level facility work are almost always on-site.
How do you become a rf systems engineer?
Start with a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field with coursework in electromagnetics, signal processing, and circuit design. Build hands-on experience through internships or entry-level roles that involve RF lab work or test support. Develop proficiency in tools like MATLAB and HFSS, pursue a security clearance if defense work interests you, and work toward system-level responsibilities by contributing to full RF chain designs over time.
How do you get hired as a rf systems engineer with little or no experience?
Focus on roles titled RF test engineer, RF lab technician, or junior RF engineer, which are common entry points. Highlight any coursework in electromagnetics or antenna theory, personal projects involving software-defined radios or antenna builds, and any exposure to RF test equipment. Defense contractors often hire new graduates into cleared programs and provide on-the-job training, so those postings are worth prioritizing early in your search.
What does the rf systems engineer interview process look like?
Most processes start with a recruiter screen followed by a technical phone interview covering RF fundamentals such as impedance matching, noise figure, and link budgets. A design or case exercise often comes next, where you walk through a system architecture or analyze a real-world RF chain problem. Final rounds typically include a panel with systems engineers and a program manager who evaluates your ability to communicate trade-off decisions clearly.
Where can I find and apply to rf systems engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to rf systems engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. The listings cover roles in defense, aerospace, telecommunications, and government contracting at every experience level. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly to each listing.
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