Senior Systems Engineering Manager

Boeing; Seal Beach (CA); On-site; USD 182,000 - 246,000; Full time

Job summary

Boeing Space Mission Systems (SMS) Experimental Systems Group (ESG) in Seal Beach, CA or El Segundo, CA seeks a Senior Systems Engineering Manager (Level L) to lead a multi-disciplinary team of systems engineers and drive program execution across concurrent space programs.

You will shape the roadmap, manage staffing and performance, interface with government customers, and ensure cost and schedule baselines are met while delivering high-quality architectures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology or related fields (including Manufacturing Technology) or non-US equivalent directly related to the work statement.
• Active Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance required (U.S. Citizenship).
• 5+ years of experience on space programs.
• 3+ years of experience in a technical leadership or management role.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and invest in a multi-skilled, diverse team of systems engineers.
• Support parallel program development efforts, interfacing with other teams.
• Drive alignment to the roadmap vision, while automating to reduce costs and increase quality.
• Provide oversight for technical and cost baselines of proposals and bids for future architecture activities.
• Manage resources, schedules, and staffing to execute concurrent programs.
• Cultivate a culture of respect, transparency, excellence, inspiration, and fun.
• Be accountable to ensure appropriate staffing and skill mix for the programs.
• Review personnel performance and develop talent.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Leadership

Staffing management

Program management

Education

Bachelor of Science 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 Space Mission Systems (SMS) Experimental Systems Group (ESG) is seeking a highly skilled professional to serve as a Senior Systems Engineering Manager (Level L) in either Seal Beach, CA or El Segundo, CA.

Position Responsibilities

• Oversee and invest in a multi-skilled, diverse team of systems engineers


• Support parallel program development efforts, including interfacing with other teams


• Drive alignment to the roadmap vision, while automating to reduce operational costs and increasing quality


• Provide oversight for technical and cost baselines of proposals and bids for future architecture activities


• Manage resources, schedules, and staffing to execute concurrent programs


• Cultivate a culture of respect, transparency, excellence, inspiration, and fun


• Be accountable to ensure appropriate staffing and skill mix for the programs


• Review personnel performance, communicate and collaborate to develop talent

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


• This position requires an active Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active.)


• 5+ years of experience on space programs


• 3+ years of experience in a technical leadership or management role


• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Experience leading fast paced development efforts with government customers


• Experience integrating multiple complex systems into customer-constrained architectures


• Solid understanding of staffing, cost, schedule, and RIO management


• Experience managing geographically dispersed teams on multiple simultaneous program efforts


• Experience with agile development


• Control Account Manager experience


• Ability to distill complex technical concepts into clear, value-driven content for executive management and senior customers

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.

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.

Summary pay range: $181,900.00 - $246,100.00

Applications for this position will be accepted until Sept. 09, 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.

• 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 an active U.S. Top 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.

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.