End-to-End Space Systems Engineers (Experienced, Lead or Senior)

Boeing; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 112,000 - 223,000; Full time

Job summary

The Boeing Company in Mesa, AZ seeks an End-to-End Space Systems Engineer (Experienced, Lead or Senior) to work on next‑generation space technologies. You will lead requirements, architecture, and CONOPS efforts, collaborating with cross‑functional teams and external interfaces to ensure system integrity.

The role requires US citizenship and the ability to obtain a US security clearance, along with a Bachelor’s degree and several years in systems engineering.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship required and ability to obtain a US security clearance.
• Bachelor degree in engineering, engineering technology, computer science or related field.
• 5+ years of related work experience or equivalent combination.
• 3+ years in systems engineering processes and tools.
• Experience with requirements development and interface documentation.

Responsibilities

• Manage Space Segment External Interfaces and ICD development.
• Perform system requirements and verification planning & execution.
• Maintain requirements traceability and VCRM at system level.
• Develop and model Space Segment CONOPS and System Design Documents.
• Use MBSE to develop and maintain the System Architecture Model.
• Conduct system trade studies and analyses, develop test plans.
• Support system operational tests and demonstrations.

Skills

US Citizenship

Security Clearance

System requirements

Interface control

CONOPS development

Model-based engineering

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related field

Tools

MBSE tools

Job description

End-to-End Space Systems Engineers (Experienced, Lead or Senior) Company: The Boeing Company Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS), Space Mission Systems (SMS) Division, seeks an End-to-End Space Systems Engineer (Experienced, Lead or Senior) to join our team in Mesa, AZ. Our team works with Commercial, Government, and Proprietary Customers in the development and deployment of next-generation technologies and systems in Space. The candidate will demonstrate the ability to provide high impact, creative solutions to complex technical problems, the ability to work as part of a large team, and the ability to provide critical support and independent review of the work of teammates.

Position Responsibilities

• Manage Space Segment External Interfaces, including development of ICDs as required by contract.
• Perform system requirements and verification planning and execution.
• Responsible for the maintaining the requirements trace and VCRM for system level requirements.
• Develop and Model Space Segment Intersegment CONOPS.
• Develop and maintain System Design Documents (SDDs).
• Utilize Model Based Systems Engineering processes and tools to develop and maintain the System Architecture Model.
• Perform system trade studies and System level analyses.
• Develop Intersegment Test Plans, including requirements for demonstrations and test beds.
• Support Execution of System Operational test and evaluation activities.
• Responsible for system level requirements verification and selloff.

This position is expected to be 100% onsite in El Segundo, CA.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• This position requires the ability to obtain a US Security Clearance for which the US Government requires US Citizenship as a condition of employment.
• An interim and/or final U.S. Secret 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.
• 5+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience or non-US equivalent qualifications.
• 3+ years of experience in systems engineering processes and tools.
• 3+ years of experience in system design, development, or test.
• Experience with model-derived CONOPS requirements development, interface control documentation, technical specification review, architecture development.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Lead, Level 4: 9+ years of related work experience.
• Senior, Level 5: 14+ years of related work experience.
• 3+ years of experience within the aerospace, defense, or similar high‑tech industry.
• Experience interfacing with customers and program office and across interdisciplinary teams.
• Experience leading technical teams or projects.
• Experience with integration of Space, Ground, and User Terminal CONOPS.

Conflict of Interest

Successful candidate for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

Typical Education/Experience

• Experienced, Level 3: 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) and typically 5 or more years' related work experience 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.
• Lead, Level 4: 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) and typically 9 or more years' related work experience 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.
• Senior, Level 5: 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) and typically 14 or more years' related work experience 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.

Pay & 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

• Experienced, Level 3: $112,200 - $151,800
• Lead, Level 4: $136,850 - $185,150
• Senior, Level 5: $164,900 - $223,100

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.

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.

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)

Equal Opportunity and EEO

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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