Satellite Systems Engineer (Senior)

Boeing

Colorado Springs (CO)

On-site

USD 165,000 - 223,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

The Boeing Company in Schriever, CO, seeks a Satellite Systems Engineer (Senior) to lead a small team supporting MILSATCOM ground systems and on‑orbit satellite operations. You will guide platform operations, mentor engineers, and drive efficiency improvements across the team.

The role requires active security clearance, a BS in engineering, and 14+ years in systems engineering with experience in satellite operations and tooling development. On‑premises work with potential travel may apply.

Qualifications

Active Secret U.S. Security Clearance required (TS/SCI upgrade possible)
Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related fields
14+ years Systems Engineering experience or equivalent

Responsibilities

Advise customers on satellite operation and ground system control
Conduct technical meetings, author databases, and software change requests
Identify and implement process improvements and tooling
Perform satellite data trending and performance analysis
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineers

Skills

Satellite operations

Ground system operations

Technical leadership

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

14+ years Systems Engineering experience

Job description

Satellite Systems Engineer (Senior)

Company:

The Boeing Company

BOEING DEFENSE, Space, and Security (BDS), Space and Launch Division, seeks a Satellite Systems Engineer (Senior) supporting the team in Schriever, CO. Our team develops new global military satellite communications ( MILSATCOM ) ground systems that manage transmission of protected tactical waveform (a type of secure, anti‑jam communication) over Boeing-built Wideband Global SATCOM (WGS) satellites and terminals. Space and Launch work with proprietary customers and creates next generation technologies in space. We work all facets of engineering: technology investment, concept development, proposal writing, requirements and design, build, integration, test, and demonstration of products in their relevant environments.

The Lead Satellite Systems Engineer (Senior) is part of a high‑performing team immersed in dynamic satellite operations and engineering activities. As a member of our WGS on‑orbit team, you lead a small team in supporting platform operations and engineering for 10 on‑orbit satellites.

Position Responsibilities

Advise customers on satellite operation and maintenance activities
Advise customers on ground command and control system operations
Conduct technical meetings , author database, and software change requests
Identify and implement process improvements
Identify, create and implement software tools to improve team efficiency
Perform ground computer system software and database testing
Author, maintain, review, and support satellite operations procedures.
Configure and run simulations to support procedure validation
Conduct technical analyses and studies then provide recommendations
Perform satellite data trending and analysis to determine spacecraft performance
Perform problem solving and support other engineers in a team environment
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to other engineers in the development of engineering skills, knowledge, and task execution.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

Active Secret U.S. Security Clearance with ability to upgrade to TS/SCI (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active.)
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
14+ years of Systems Engineering experience or academic combination or equivalent experience
Ability to obtain a certification in one or more operational positions through training and evaluation
If not already within commuting distance of Schriever AFB, willingness and ability to relocate at own expense

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

Top Secret Security Clearance
Experience responding to anomalies for on‑orbit communications satellites
Software quality test and validation experience
Experience working closely with US Military customers in an operational and training environment
Project Management experience
Data analysis experience
Experience developing software or engineering tools

Typical Education & Experience:

Lead (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.

Conflict of Interest:

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

Relocation:

This position does not offer relocation.

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 criteriaismet as outlined in our policies.

Shift:

Ability and willingness to work occasional compensated on‑call support outside of typical business hours.

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, anda number ofprograms 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.

Refer to “Engineer Job Classifications Appendix” for further clarification on the use of this job family. In locations where SPEEA representation applies, this job family will be covered by the terms of the collective bargaining agreement. Applicable and appropriate educational/certification credentials from an accredited institution and/or equivalent experience is required.

Summary Pay Range

$164,900 - $223,100

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent

Relocation:

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

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 an active U.S. Secret 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.

Contingent Upon Award Program

This position is not contingent upon program award

Shift:

Shift 1 (United States of America)

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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