Phantom Works Experienced/Lead Systems Engineer (Comm & Networks)

Boeing; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 162,000; Full time

Job summary

Boeing Phantom Works is seeking an Experienced/Lead Systems Engineer (Comm & Networks) to design and oversee standards-based networking, security, and IT for government and military applications. The role emphasizes architecture, encryption, and cross-domain solutions.

This position is 100% onsite in El Segundo, CA with travel up to 10% and U.S. Citizenship plus ability to obtain a Secret clearance required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of related work experience or equivalent.
• Strong networking engineering background with standards-based networking.
• Experience with network architecture design and configuration.
• Knowledge of network security technologies such as firewalls and encryption.

Responsibilities

• Lead systems engineering on communications and networks for programs.
• Design and configure network architectures (IP/WAN, Ethernet LAN).
• Work with government/military customers and secure architectures.
• Evaluate security services and cross-domain solutions for compliance.

Skills

Networking engineering

Network architecture design

Security technologies

IP/WAN/LAN concepts

Education

Bachelor's degree

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.

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 Phantom Works is seeking a Experienced/Lead Systems Engineer (Comm & Networks) with broad standards-based networking, network management, and IT skills, preferably having worked with Government / Military secure network architectures and appliances. Knowledge of network architecture to include router and switch selection, placement, and configuration, algorithm familiarity and employment relative to IP network and WAN internetwork architectures and Ethernet LAN architectures.

Familiar with the employment of security services and technologies for both enterprise and government applications. Appliances within a network architecture to include network (HAIPE) and link level encryption (ECE), firewalls, intrusion detection/protection systems, and cross domain solutions. Ability to work with both internal Boeing network services (BEN, LabNet) for supporting lab activities, as well as supporting network design for specific program opportunities (e.g. JWI, Hybrid SATCOM). Having some experience with utilizing and setting up cloud-based network services a plus. Some specifics:

• Familiarity utilizing COTS-based network appliances from traditional supplier base (e.g. Cisco, Juniper, Fortinet, Palo Alto Networks)
• Network Routing Protocols (Unicast Routing, multicast routing, Internet routing Protocols (RIP, OSPF, PIM, BGP), mobility and RF enhanced routing protocols (MANET),
• Network appliance software or cloud-based implementation (SDN, SASE, SSE, SD-WAN, FWaaS) as well as open-source implementations (FRR, OpenVSwitch, etc.)

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at El Segundo, CA.

Travel may be required up to 10% of the time; Domestically depending on business needs.

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Secret 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.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• 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 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience or non-US equivalent qualifications
• Strong networking engineering background with standards-based networking, network management, and IT skills.
• Experience with network architecture design and configuration, including routers, switches, IP/WAN internetwork architectures, and Ethernet LAN architectures.
• Knowledge of network security technologies such as firewalls, intrusion detection/protection systems, encryption, and cross-domain solutions.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• (Level 4) 9 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience or non-US equivalent qualifications.
• Experience with Government/Military secure network architectures and appliances.
• Familiarity with COTS networking equipment from vendors like Cisco, Juniper, Fortinet, and Palo Alto Networks.
• Knowledge of routing protocols and advanced networking methods, including RIP, OSPF, PIM, BGP, MANET, multicast, and Internet routing protocols.
• Experience with cloud-based or software-defined networking solutions, such as SDN, SASE, SSE, SD-WAN, and FWaaS.
• Experience with open-source networking implementations, such as FRR and OpenVSwitch.

Conflict of Interest

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

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

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.

The Boeing 401(k) helps you save for your future, with contributions from Boeing that can help you grow your retirement savings. Our best-in-class retirement benefit features:

• Best in class 401(k) plan: we'll match your contributions dollar for dollar, up to 10% of eligible pay with Immediate 100% vesting
• Student Loan Match: The Boeing 401(k) Student Loan Match allows eligible enrolled U.S. employees to have their qualified student loan debt payments counted, along with any match-eligible contributions they make, for purposes of determining the Company Match to employees' Boeing 401(k) accounts.

Summary pay range (Experienced)

$119,850 - $162,150

Summary pay range (Lead)

$146,200 - $197,800

Applications for this position will be accepted until Sept. 15, 2026

Export Control Requirements

• 120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, 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 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.

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.