Job Description

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Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) is looking for a Senior Systems Engineer to lead a new satellite program in our Phantom works Innovative Solutions Division located in El Segundo, CA. Our multifaceted team of engineers focus on rapid prototyping to demonstrate a host of mission-enabling capabilities beginning with technology investment and concept development, which lead to the design, build, integration, test, and demonstration of products in their relevant environments.

The experienced Systems Engineer will provide leadership to our high performing team of electrical, mechanical, systems, software and manufacturing engineers. The ideal candidate will provide oversight and approval on technical approaches, requirements, capabilities, functional flows, CONOPS, products, and processes.

Boeing Phantom Works Space creates the next generation products and services for the Boeing Defense, Space & Security business.

Position Responsibilities:

Lead the design decisions resulting in best value to the customer by trading cost, schedule, and performance  

Manage development by tracking program execution tasks and measuring successful execution

Provide oversight and approval of technical approaches, products, and processes

Effectively communicate program progress, risks, opportunities, and trade results

Develop and execute project and process plans, implements policies and procedures, and sets operational goals

Develop and maintain relationships and partnerships with customers, stakeholders, peers, partners, and direct reports as well as provides oversight and approval of technical approaches, products, and processes

Proposal management and development and must have a strong understanding of the Government System Acquisition Process

Lead efforts to define and execute implementation plans, as well as negotiate and build consensus across a diverse team of assigned personnel

Ability to collect, organize, synthesize and analyze findings and develop conclusions and recommendations

Knowledge of responsibilities and tasks performed by various Engineering departments/disciplines (e.g., design, test, software, technology, avionics). Knowledge of the interaction between departments/disciplines and how their products/processes affect one another and impact non-engineering processes (e.g., Operations, Logistics, Business

Apply advanced knowledge of modeling techniques (e.g., mathematical modeling, simulation, design of experiments, operations research) to analyze a system.

Ability to understand the big picture and the inter-relationships of all positions and activities in the system, including the impact of changes in one area on another area.

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

This position requires an active U.S. Top Secret/SCI Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)

Special Program Access or other Government Access Requirements are mandatory for this position.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science

14+ years of work related experience with a Bachelor’s or 12+ years of work related experience with a Master’s or 9+ years of work related experience with a PhD

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

Satellite vehicle or payload systems engineering

Satellite hardware development

Proposal and Systems Engineering Management Plan development

Typical Education/Experience: 

Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 14 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. PhD+9 years' related work experience, Master+12 years' related work experience). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.

Relocation:

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.

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.

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: $157,250 - $212,750

Applications for this position will be accepted through February 24, 2025.

Export Control Requirements: This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Export Control Details: US based job, US Person required

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Security Clearance

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Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift

Applications for this position will be accepted until Feb. 25, 2025

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.