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Electrophysics Engineer (Radar Systems Analysis) - Associate or Mid-Level
Boeing Company · 🇺🇸 USA - Kent, WA
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The posting rules out sponsorship or requires citizenship/clearance.
- Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 72 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 7 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
- The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
- No salary bar for this routeH-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area. Cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level. Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/29/2025-23853/weighted-selection-process-for-registrants-and-petitioners-seeking-to-file-cap-subject-h-1b, rules effective 2026-02-27.
- What Boeing Company paid sponsored hires in similar roles2 certified filings for “Mechanical Systems Design & Analysis Engineer” (Mechanical Engineers) in CA: $142k–$142k, median $142k. Most were filed at wage level IV (100%) — 4 lottery entries, ≈61% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).
- Security clearance mentionedFrom the posting’s own wording.
- Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
US H-1B: cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level — Level I gets 1 entry, Level IV gets 4 (DHS projected selection odds ≈15% at Level I to ≈61% at Level IV). Universities and non-profit research employers are cap-exempt. The $100,000 fee for new petitions from abroad is currently blocked by a court order (appeal pending).
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The US Department of Labor certified 72 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 7 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
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About the role
Electrophysics Engineer (Radar Systems Analysis) - Associate or Mid-Level Company: The Boeing Company Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS), is looking for an Associate or Mid-Level Electrophysics Engineer (Radar Systems Analysis) (Level 2 or 3) to join the Kent Space SEIT team located in Kent, WA (Seattle, WA) . This position will focus on developing radar analysis and algorithms in a mission-critical environment that directly empowers our defensive capabilities. You will develop and validate requirements for Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) systems, perform trade studies, design and run tests to verify performance, support engineering compliance, and provide lifecycle root-cause analysis. This role emphasizes algorithm design and software implementation in a cloud environment : develop and evaluate radar algorithms (signal and image processing, detection, tracking, imaging) for ground processing and translate them into production-ready code. Proficiency in Python or C++ for algorithm development, prototyping, and data analysis is required; experience with signal and image processing tool sets, real-time software constraints, and test-program design is highly valued. Strong analytical, communication, and customer-focused skills with a commitment to quality and safety are essential. Position Responsibilities: • Develop, implement, and test radar algorithms and translate analytic designs into production-ready code using Python (and other languages as needed) • Perform trade studies to evaluate algorithm and system performance; iterate designs based on results and test data • Participate in customer meetings, capture requirements and feedback, and provide technical support for operational tools and deployments. • Participate in agile software development practices: write user stories, participate in sprints, review code, and deliver incremental capability updates. • Define and execute test plans, perform root-cause analysis of anomalies. Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience): • Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement • Requires an Active US Top Secret Clearance • 2+ years of relevant experience in radar systems, electromagnetic analysis, or related fields, including algorithm development and system-level testing. • 1+ years’ experience with Python, C++, C, or Matlab for algorithm development, prototyping, and data analysis; experience with signal processing toolsets and simulation environments • Demonstrated ability to, DEVELOP test CASES, and collaborate across multidisciplinary engineering teams Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience): • Level 3 : 5 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience • Active SCI • Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Applied Math, or related field with focus on radar or electromagnetics. • Experience with Cloud native systems, JIRA and GITLAB • Prior work on radar signal processing algorithms (detection, tracking, SAR/ISAR, waveform design) or electronic warfare techniques • Familiarity with, NumPy/SciPy, and signal-processing libraries and toolchains • Experience working in an Agile software development environment and DevOps methodologies 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 pol