Kirtland, Kirtland Air Force Base Auxiliary Field, New Mexico; Albuquerque, New Mexico Job ID JR2026513236 Category Engineering - Electronic and Electrical Role Type Onsite Post Date Jun. 03, 2026
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Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) is looking for an Associate Electrical Engineer - Hardware Design and Analysis (Level 2) to join our exclusive team at the Starfire Optical Range on Kirtland AFB in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
We are looking for a highly skilled individual who has a background in electronic circuitry, schematic designs, setup, configuration, test and evaluation, and maintenance of embedded system test environments. This position will support the hardware, firmware, and software development of electro-optical systems. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to advancements in technology using cutting-edge equipment at a historically significant site.
This position supports the R&D mission of the Air Force Research Laboratory Optics Division in their advancement of Space Domain Awareness capabilities.
The site houses telescope research facilities ranging in size from 0.5m up to 3.5m with advanced optical systems. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team supporting the development, optimization, and maintenance of embedded electro-mechanical pointing and tracking control systems.
The ideal candidate would assist with the documentation and maintenance of architectures, requirements, algorithms, testing and evaluation, interfaces and designs for hardware and embedded systems. Starfire Optical Range is a world class research facility with recognized achievements, enabled by the quality, enthusiasm, and dedication of our entire team. Our team consists of engineers and technicians in all disciplines required to plan, design, integrate, and test complex optical, electronic, quantum systems to achieve research objectives.
Position Responsibilities:
Ability to use and troubleshoot electronic circuitry with basic test devices (i.e. Volt meter, DMM, logic analyzer, oscilloscope, clock generators, function generators, logic analyzers).
Ability to gather requirements, develop designs, create schematics & layouts, implement, test, deploy and maintain a board/system in cooperation with the customer.
Create documentation and maintain architectures, requirements, algorithms, interfaces, hardware design, digital design, and system design.
Provide electrical constraint information for Printed Circuit Board (PCB) layout and support.
Set up and configure test environments for embedded systems.
Troubleshoot basic firmware and software issues.
Develop test procedures and document test results to ensure embedded system requirements
This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/ 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
2+ years of experience with Printed Circuit Board (PCB) design
1+ years of experience programming in C or C++
1+ years of experience programming in Java or Python
Must be willing to work variable shifts; including day, evening, night, and weekend
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
5+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Active U.S. Top Secret security clearance
Experience using schematic designs and PCB layouts, and fabrication packages using integrated computer aided design (CAD) tools (i.e. OrCAD, PADS)
Proficiency in AMD/Xilinx Vitis and Vivado IDE
Strong knowledge of electronics and circuit design
Experience in creating and maintaining documentation, including specifications, test plans, BOMs, ECOs, and manuals
Ability to troubleshoot and verify electronic circuits using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, signal generators, function generators and multimeters
Experience using various testing methodologies including black box testing, white box testing, integration testing, system testing, performance testing, etc.
Experience in creating and maintaining test documentation, including test plans, test cases, and test reports
Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex issues involving both hardware and software
Experience in performance analysis using tools such as MATLAB or Mathematica
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 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 Variable 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: $91,800 – $124,200
Applications for this position will be accepted until Jun. 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
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
Security Clearance
This position requires an active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)
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.
