Entry Level Defense Technology Jobs in California

Entry Level Engineers - Satellite/Space Systems Rotational Program

Company:

The Boeing Company

The Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS), Space, Intelligence, and Weapon Systems Division, is seeking Entry Level Engineers to join our rotation program in El Segundo, CA. Boeing's Space Systems is the company's center for satellites and experimental space systems. Our team creates the next generation products and services for the BDS business unit. We work with proprietary customers in the development of the next-generation technologies in space. Our group works all facets of engineering from technology investment, concept development, proposal writing, requirements and design, build, integration, test, and demonstration of products in their relevant environments.

Position Overview:

The Engineering Rotation Program is an approximately 3 year program of individual development, mentoring, training, and leadership opportunities intended to help transition high potential participants into high potential career positions. Most rotations are highly technical in the fields of Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and/or Systems Engineering and run at six to twelve month intervals, rotating through different engineering organizations. The permanent location of selected candidates will be the El Segundo, California location but rotations at Boeing's Seal Beach, CA and Huntington Beach, CA locations may also be required.

Position Responsibilities:

• The primary emphasis is on acclimating the rotator to the work environment and empowering them to become a future leader through coaching/counseling relationships, and both individual and group activities.

• The program provides entry-level (recent graduates) and early career participants with a hands-on, broad spectrum approach to understanding satellite, network communications, and/or information assurance technologies, program lifecycles, design, and end-to-end systems.

• Rotations may include roles supporting space electronics, spacecraft systems engineering, thermal and structural design/analysis, antenna design, or integration & test, among others.

• As part of the program criteria, Rotators are required to engage in special technical projects as well as volunteer for events such as Engineers Week (E-Week). Rotators will also learn and implement Lean engineering principles and techniques throughout the rotation.

• Rotators will receive career counseling and guidance on technical and managerial paths offered as part of the Rotator's development.

• Upon program graduation the Rotator will have had the chance to work in different engineering organizations and network with leadership team-members.

Application Expectations:

Candidates are expected to include the following information in their resume upon application:

• Demonstration of a history of leadership positions (such as President of a club & Project Manager for a design project).

• Show a history of internships &/or work experiences.

• List your GPA.

All candidates must have graduated on or before December 31, 2026.

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at the listed location.

BasicQualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S Security Clearance for which the US Government requires US Citizenship. (An interim and/or final U.S. Tier 5 Clearance Post Start is required)

• 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. All candidates must have graduated on or before December 31, 2026.

• Entry level 1: An equivalent combination of technical education and experience or non-US equivalent qualifications.

• Experience demonstrating formal or informal leadership experience whether during internships, volunteer activities or university clubs or associations

• Prior experience working in an internship role

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Active US security clearance

• Projects, coursework, or experience with Space/Satellite Systems

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:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility. Note: Basic relocation will be offered for eligible internal candidates.

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 Rewards:

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: $79,050 - $106,950

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

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. A current Tier 5(T5), formerly known as a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) (U.S. Citizenship required) or requires candidate agreed to enter a Continuous Evaluation program 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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