Senior Systems Engineer

Boeing; Berkeley (MO); On-site; USD 164,900 - 223,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Variable compensation opportunities

Relocation assistance

Job summary

A leading aerospace company is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to lead the Systems Engineering and Integration Team in Berkeley, MO. The role involves developing complex weapon systems while implementing Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE). Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and over 10 years of engineering experience. Applicants should be ready to influence strategic directions and mentor junior engineers within a collaborative environment. A competitive salary package is offered, based on experience.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of engineering experience required.
• Experience in leading systems engineering efforts needed.
• Active Secret Clearance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional engineering teams in project commitments.
• Implement MBSE to meet customer expectations.
• Mentor engineers in SE tools and techniques.

Skills

Engineering experience

Systems Engineering experience

Cross-IPT architecture development

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or related fields

Tools

MBSE tools

SysML-compatible tools

Job description

Senior Systems Engineer

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.

Position Overview

Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to join the Systems Engineering and Integration Team on the Air Dominance Fixed Wing Proprietary Program in Berkeley, MO. The selected candidate will work with subject matter experts across the program to develop a complex and highly integrated weapons system while embracing Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and Digital Engineering strategy.

Position Responsibilities

• Lead program wide cross-functional engineering teams in developing systems to meet project/program commitments, including support of deliveries and customer reviews
• Influence strategic direction and leverage Systems Engineering experience to shape, implement, maintain, and refine the systems engineering approach
• Lead the program in implementing MBSE as part of digital engineering to meet customer expectations, including definition of MBSE approach and feature development
• Lead and shape Systems Engineering efforts such as requirements decomposition, system architecture, environments analysis, specification development, trade studies, program planning, interfaces management, risk management, certification planning & execution, verification & test planning, and overall integration, capturing them in the MBSE model as appropriate
• Interface with Systems Engineering and MBSE counterparts across the enterprise to establish lessons learned and best practices
• Mentor, coach, and advise engineers across the program in SE tools, techniques, planning, and strategy
• Guide the cross program/domain integration of systems engineering, particularly MBSE, into the Digital Engineering Ecosystem to establish digital models as an integral part of the technical baseline

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
• 10+ years of engineering experience
• Experience leading cross-IPT architecture development

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Active Secret Clearance
• 5+ years of systems engineering experience
• Breadth of experience across technical domains and life cycle phases
• Experience with Mission System and Weapon System development
• Experience with verification and/or certification efforts (including supporting military safety critical and/or mission critical system hardware and software certification)
• Experience leading cross-IPT architecture development
• Experience leading systems engineering efforts supporting major program milestone reviews and proposal efforts
• Experience with Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools, such as MSOSA or similar Systems Modeling Language (SysML)-compatible tool for systems architecture and model development

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. Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Summary pay range (Level 5): $164,900 - $223,100.
Applications for this position will be accepted until Jan. 23, 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. 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 U.S. Secret Clearance Pre‑Start and final U.S. Secret Clearance Post‑Start is required. This position requires ability to obtain program access, for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship only.

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.