Experienced Systems Engineering Manager | Overhead Persistent Infrared (OPIR) Systems

The Boeing Company; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 166,000 - 226,000; Full time

Job summary

The Boeing Company seeks an Experienced Systems Engineering Manager to lead a new organization focused on OPIR Systems in El Segundo, CA. The role involves strategy development, workforce management, and collaboration with various Boeing business areas. Applicants should have a strong engineering background and leadership experience to foster an inclusive and innovative work environment.

Benefits

Health insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Retirement savings plans

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience leading or managing an engineering project or team.
• Experience in product development and systems engineering.
• Background in remote sensing systems with a focus on electro-optical and infrared technologies.

Responsibilities

• Manage employees performing engineering and technical activities in OPIR Systems Engineering.
• Develop and execute organizational plans, policies, and procedures.
• Oversee technical approaches, products, and processes.

Skills

Leadership

Systems engineering

Communication

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in engineering or related field

Job description

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Boeing’s Space Mission Systems (SMS) Systems Engineering, Integration & Test (SEIT) Capability is seeking an Experienced Systems Engineering Manager to lead and develop a new systems engineering organization in El Segundo, CA focused on the design, manufacturing and test of Overhead Persistent Infrared (OPIR) Systems remote sensing systems. This manager will be responsible for setting the strategy, vision, and developing implementation plans to provide the people, processes, and tools for this new OPIR systems engineering organization.

The ideal candidate will have a background in remote sensing systems with a focus on electro-optical and infrared technologies as a technical lead and prior experience leading a highly skilled engineering workforce. This candidate will need to be an open and inclusive leader partnering with other Boeing business areas to include Millennium Space Systems, Boeing Research & Technology, engineering capabilities, and program leadership.

Position Responsibilities:

• Manages employees performing engineering and technical activities in the area of OPIR Systems Engineering

• Develops and executes integrated organizational plans, policies and procedures, and guides the development of business and technical strategies, goals, and objectives

• Acquires resources for organizational activities, provides technical management of suppliers, and leads process improvements

• Develops and maintains relationships and partnerships with customers, stakeholders, peers, partners, and direct reports

• Provides oversight and approval of technical approaches, products, and processes

• Manages, develops, and motivates employees and first-level managers

• The ideal candidate will excel in both the engineering technical acumen/excellence required for this role while being an engaging and motivating people leader, including committing to:

  • Prioritizing the development and career growth of his/her employees and team

  • Inspiring and empowering your team through collaboration, communication, and caring

  • Building and nurturing an inclusive culture by seeking out different perspectives, speaking up with ideas or concerns, and actively listening to teammates and stakeholders

  • Ensuring a psychologically safe work environment where employees can freely and proactively raise safety, quality, and schedule concerns as soon as they are known

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

• 5+ years of experience leading or managing an engineering project or team

• Product development experience

• Systems engineering experience

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Experience across the entire lifecycle of OPIR system development

• Excellent communications skills, verbal and written

• Ability to effectively communicate at all levels of management, customers, and partners

• Previous management experience

• Ability to build a safe environment of inclusion, transparency, and trust

• Leadership skills to lead and influence positive outcomes

• Previous experience in leading, mentoring, and engaging individuals and teams

• Experience providing active mentorship and career guidance

• Can up-level existing team by hiring high performance talent, growing leaders and helping underperforming members

• Can gain trust of team and provide guidance for their careers

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.

Total Rewards & Pay Transparency:

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: $166,600 - $225,400

Applications for this position will be accepted until Jul. 01, 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

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. 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)

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.