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Antenna & Propagation Design and Analysis Engineers (Levels 3, 4 & 5)

by Boeing

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Date Posted

September 15, 2026

Employment Type

Full Time

Salary Range

$104.5K - $141.4K

Cost of Living

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Locations

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Application Deadline

October 15, 2026

Description

Overview

The Boeing Electrical Engineering Core Group is seeking a broad range of experience levels, including Experienced, Expert, and Consultant Level Antenna & Propagation Design and Analysis Engineers. The engineer will be responsible for providing RF system design analyses, including modeling and antenna coupling analysis for a multitude of air and space platforms recognized around the world. This position is for an experienced Electrical Engineering professional with deep knowledge and highly developed technical expertise.

This position provides an excellent opportunity to develop new solutions, to grow and mentor the next generation of engineers, and to guide the candidates’ career towards submittal for a position in the Boeing Technical Fellowship.

Responsibilities

Primary job responsibilities will include:

  • Consider environmental effects such as electromagnetic pulse, lightning, space, and system-to-system radio frequency interaction to achieve a total system solution.
  • Coordinate activities in RF Analysis with teammates, customers, and program personnel through the development and sustainment of various Boeing systems.
  • Develop and mentor teammates through the development of a variety of RF Analysis efforts including RF COSITE, Antenna Coupling, and the production of Analysis Reports.
  • Evaluate RF system design drawings and supplier qualification data to verify and correct system design for safe and successful operation.
  • Support project management by tracking and reporting project status, generating bids and requirements, and providing work statement, budget, and schedule.

Other job responsibilities may include:

  • Perform EMI/EMC, Nuclear Hardening, HIRF/Lightning, RF COSITE, and Antenna Coupling analyses and tests.
  • Review supplier and partner qualification data for Electromagnetic Compatibility.
  • Develop and validate electromagnetic requirements for electrical/electronic systems, mechanical systems, interconnects, and structures.
  • Apply conversion factors, correction factors, antenna factors, and other EMI/EMC techniques.
  • Perform trade studies, modeling, simulation, and other forms of analyses to predict component, interconnects, and system performance and to optimize design.
  • Write appropriate sections of proposals to support development of new business.
  • Work on a cross-functional support team and communicate clearly in various review boards both internally & externally.

Location

This position will be 100% onsite in Oklahoma City, OK.

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. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Requirements/Qualifications

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, or Chemistry.
  • 5 or more years of related work experience.
  • Previous experience in the defense or aerospace industry.
  • Experience with CST Studio Suite, ANSYS EMIT, FEKO, or similar RF modeling software.
  • Experience with programming or scripting in a language such as Python, Perl, Visual Basic, Excel VBA, C/C++/C#, Java, or similar.
  • Willingness to travel up to 25% of the time as required.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • 7 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience (Expert Level).
  • 12 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience (Consultant Level).
  • An ABET accredited Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a Master’s/PhD in electrical engineering.
  • Active U.S. Security Clearance.
  • Experience in antenna, radome, anechoic materials, and dielectric materials design.
  • Experience interpreting and applying requirements such as coverage, frequency, gain, and polarization.
  • Experience applying electromagnetic theory to develop new antenna and radome types and technologies.
  • Experience with MATLAB, Mathematica, Mathcad, or similar mathematical modeling software.
  • International Association for Radio, Telecommunications and Electromagnetics (iNARTE) Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Engineer Certification.
  • Familiarity with electromagnetic concepts such as RF isolation, shielding, grounding, and filtering.
  • Experience with MIL-STD-461/464 and/or DO-160 EMI/EMC.
  • General knowledge of the U.S. Spectrum and aircraft avionics.
  • Familiarity with lab test equipment such as spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, signal generators, and power meters.

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility and also a possible Sign-On bonus if qualified.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift.

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.

Compensation and Benefits

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage, and retain 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.

Summary Pay Range: Experienced $104,550 - $141,450

Summary Pay Range: Expert $127,500 - $172,500

Summary Pay Range: Consultant $153,000 – $207,000

Language Requirements

Not Applicable

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent

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.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program

This position is not contingent upon program award.

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.

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