Space Systems Engineer (Associate, Experienced)

The Boeing Company; Seal Beach (CA); On-site; USD 99,000 - 162,000; Full time

Job summary

The Boeing Company in Seal Beach, CA, seeks a Space Systems Engineer to join the ESG team, working on first-of-kind space vehicles and missions. You will coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to define operational concepts and drive system architecture using MBSE.

The role requires active TS/SCI clearance and experience in space systems with multi-discipline teams. Onsite work is available in Seal Beach, Aurora, CO, or El Segundo, CA.

Qualifications

• Active U.S. Top Secret/SCI clearance; must be current or active in past 24 months.
• 3+ years of related systems engineering experience for level 3; 1+ for level 2.
• Experience in space systems and multi-discipline engineering teams.
• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or closely related field.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate stakeholders to drive development of an operational concept for a space mission.
• Serve as customer liaison and work with SMEs to identify feasible solutions.
• Support integration for first-of-kind space vehicles and missions.
• Develop and present review packages to senior leadership.
• Conduct complex system trade studies to closure.
• Ensure architecture supports mission objectives.
• Perform functional analysis and activity decomposition.
• Coordinate with diverse teams to resolve cross-segment issues.
• Use MBSE to capture system architecture and concepts.

Skills

Space systems

MBSE

Cross-functional teams

TS/SCI clearance

PMP

Education

Bachelor's degree 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 Defense, Space & Security’s (BDS’s), Experimental Systems Group (ESG) seeks a Space Systems Engineer to join our team in either Seal Beach, CA; Aurora, CO; or El Segundo, CA. This is an opportunity to personally contribute to the development of new first-of-kind space vehicles and missions. The ESG portfolio consists of a range of platforms and technologies including the X-37B, the world’s first fully autonomous reusable spaceplane, which is continuing to shape the future of space technology while currently flying its eighth mission.

Position Responsibilities

• Coordinate internal and external stakeholders to drive development and implementation of an operational concept for a space mission.
• Be the point of contact for customers and work directly with subject matter experts to quickly identify achievable solutions that meet customer needs.
• Support technology integration for and development of first-of-kind space vehicles and missions.
• Develop and present review packages to internal and external senior leadership.
• Drive complex system trade studies to closure.
• Ensure proper system architecture is in place to support mission objectives.
• Perform functional analysis and decomposition for mission activities.
• Coordinate with diverse stakeholders to resolve cross-segment issues.
• Utilize Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools to capture the system architecture and operational concept.

This position is expected to be fully onsite in either Seal Beach, CA; Aurora, CO; or El Segundo, CA.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• Active U.S Top Secret/SCI. (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active.)
• Minimum years of related experience: 1+ for level 2, 3+ for level 3.
• Experience in space systems and working with multi-discipline engineering teams.
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Experience with systems or software engineering on space-based systems.
• Experience with architecture, ConOps and Requirements for space based systems and associated ground support systems.
• Master’s degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry.
• 3+ years of systems engineering experience.
• 2 years of project management experience. PMP.
• Strong spoken, written, and visual communication skills.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams and external customers.
• Experience in spacecraft, launch vehicles, autonomous systems, or unmanned systems.
• Experience with spacecraft mission operations.
• Experience with applying Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) to space programs.
• Broad knowledge across spacecraft subsystems.
• Experience with spacecraft ground development.

Typical Education & Experience

Associate (level 2): 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 2 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.

Experienced (level 3): 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 5 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.

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.

Shift

Ability and willingness to work occasional compensated ad hoc support outside of typical business hours.

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility. (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.

Summary Pay Range

Associate (level 2): $98,600 - $133,400

Experienced (level 3): $119,850 - $162,150

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 an active U.S. Top Secret/SCI 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.