Propulsion Systems Engineer, Mid-Career and Senior

Boeing; Titusville (FL); On-site; USD 112,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) is seeking propulsion systems engineers, mid-career and senior, with fluid systems expertise, to join the Experimental Systems Group at Kennedy Space Center, Florida. The role focuses on defining propulsion component requirements, coordinating interfaces, and delivering design and testing across refurbishment, integration, and launch activities.

On-site in Florida, candidates must meet U.S.

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering or related field required.
• 5+ years related work experience for Mid-Career Level 3.
• Experience in rocket propulsion and propulsion system components.
• Experience in systems design, analysis, or integration.
• Willing to travel up to 10% domestically.

Responsibilities

• Define requirements for propulsion system components used in various propellant delivery systems.
• Coordinate functional and physical interfaces between propulsion components.
• Design propulsion components to meet performance criteria and support rationale for design decisions.
• Support propulsion component qualification testing and certification activities.
• Lead or support refurbishment, integration, and test (RIT), launch, and recovery operations; manage propulsion risks and mitigation plans.

Skills

Rocket propulsion

Propulsion component design

Systems integration

Fluid systems knowledge

Space program experience

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

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 Defense, Space & Security (BDS), Space, Intelligence & Weapons Systems (SI&WS) is seeking talented Propulsion Systems Engineers, Mid-Career and Senior, with expertise in fluid systems to join our Experimental Systems Group (ESG) at Kennedy Space Center, Florida.

ESG supports diverse government customers across multiple cutting‑edge technology domains within a fast‑paced, agile development environment focused on delivering innovative capabilities quickly and cost‑effectively. Our portfolio includes a broad array of advanced platforms and technologies, notably the X-37B, the world’s first fully autonomous reusable spaceplane.

Position Responsibilities:

• Define requirements for propulsion system components used in vehicle cryogenic fuel, oxidizer, bi‑prop, mono‑prop, pneumatic, hydraulic, or pyrotechnic systems.
• Support definitions, coordination, and control of the functional and physical interfaces between the components within the propulsion system,
• Design propulsion components to meet all subsystem design and performance criteria. Supports development of rationale needed to make sound technical decisions regarding component design and development
• Support definition and performance of propulsion component qualification certification testing
• Lead or support engineers and technicians during hazardous and non‑hazardous operations throughout the lifecycle of refurbishment, integration, and test (RIT), launch, and recovery operations for the ESG program
• Evaluate fielded components to assure continued reliability and airworthiness
• Lead or support identification and management of propulsion risks, issues, and opportunities. Support development of executable mitigation and capture plans, develop cost and schedule impact estimates, update risk tracking system (e.g. BORIS), and communicate with propulsion RIO Control Board
• Develop and maintain Supplier Statement of Work (SSOW) pertaining to vehicle component development. Assure technical, customer, and regulatory requirements are met. Support Program and Supplier Management to development and follow plans for material procurement
• Conduct component failure investigations and non‑conformance closures through Material Review Board (MRB) and other internal and customer boards. This includes component issues that emerge at the supplier or the vehicle production facility. Coordinate with Boeing Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and other Integrated Product Team (IPT) members as needed to resolve issues
• Host technical interchange meetings and component reviews including supplier requirements review (SRR), design reviews (PDR / CDR), acceptance reviews, test readiness reviews (TRR), production readiness reviews (PRR)
• Review supplier data requirement list (SDRL) items and engineering drawings to ensure design and requirement compliance
• Coordinate work scope with other engineers

This position is expected to be 100% fully onsite at the Kennedy Space Center, Florida.

This worksite participates in Boeing’s 9/80 schedule rotation. 9/80 is a rotation in which employees can work 9 hour shifts, 8 days per pay period (bi-weekly) and receive every other Friday off.

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Top Secret/SCI Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Top Secret/SCI Clearance Post-Start is required.

BasicQualifications (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
• Mid-Career, Level 3: Typically, 5 or more years' related work experience
• Experience in rocket propulsion.
• Experience with propulsion system components, interfaces, and their design or integration variables, within aerospace vehicles.
• Experience in systems design, systems analysis, or systems integration.
• Willing and able to travel up to 10% domestically.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Active TS/SCI.
• Senior, Level 4: Typically, 9 or more years' related work experience
• Experience working on propulsion systems to include cryogenic and pneumatic delivery systems.
• Experience in space, launch vehicle, or aircraft programs.
• Experience in NASA Space programs or a related Space or Defense program.
• Knowledge of fluid systems.

Conflict of Interest:

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

Relocation:

• This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility. Note: Basic relocation will be offered for eligible internal candidates.

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.

Mid-Career, Level 3 Summary pay range: $ 112,200 – $ 151,800

Senior, Level 4 Summary pay range: $ 136,850 - $185,150

Applications for this position will be accepted until Nov. 06, 2026

Export Control Requirements:

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.

Export Control Details:

US based job, US Person required

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

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. Top 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.