Space Vehicle Design Engineer (Experienced, Senior or Lead)

Boeing; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 111,000 - 224,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Boeing Space, Defense, Space, and Security seeks a Space Vehicle Design Engineer (Experienced, Senior or Lead) for onsite work in El Segundo, CA. The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, advanced 3D CAD modeling, and leading design activities across spacecraft structure, propulsion, and payload systems.

The candidate will contribute to trades, reviews, and content for proposals, with a strong focus on innovative, accountable engineering and clear communication with program leadership

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering with focus on Mechanical, Civil, Aerospace, Aeronautical or Materials.
• 5+ years in 3D CAD modeling and drawings.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams on space products.
• Strong communication with leadership and external partners.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross functional teams to interpret requirements and develop conceptual spacecraft configurations and layouts using CAD tools.
• Support high-level systems engineering trades to balance configurations for performance, risk, schedule and cost.
• Present work at design integration and campaign reviews.
• Establish innovative solutions for spacecraft structure, propulsion, power, and payload systems.
• Provide proposal content including drawings, layouts, and 3-D models.

Skills

3D CAD models

Cross-functional teamwork

Communication skills

Spacecraft design

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Creo CAD

GD&T instruction

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.

The Boeing Defense, Space, and Security (BDS), Space Weapons and Information Systems (SW&IS) is seeking a Space Vehicle Design Engineer (Experienced, Senior or Lead) in El Segundo, California.

Position Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross functional teams to interpret requirements and develop conceptual spacecraft configurations and layouts using computer-aided design tools
• Support high-level systems engineering trades and analyses to balance spacecraft configurations to optimize performance, risk, schedule and cost
• Present work at design integration and campaign reviews
• Work with spacecraft architects to establish innovative solutions to spacecraft structure, propulsion, power, and payload systems to meet customer needs.
• Proactive problem-solver who thinks on their feet and adapts to sudden strategic changes
• Responsible for providing proposal content and products, including drawings, layouts, and 3-D models

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at the listed location.

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

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus on Mechanical, Civil, Aerospace Aeronautical or Material Sciences)
• Level 3: typically, 5 or more years' related work experience
• Level 4: typically, 9 or more years' related work experience
• Level 5: typically, 14 or more years' related work experience
• 5+ years of experience developing 3D CAD models and drawings
• 5+ years of experience working with cross-functional or cross-organizational teams to develop and/or support space products
• Experience working within a fast-paced team environment which required strong communication skills to frequently interact with program leadership, internal and external customer representatives and development teams

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience using Creo CAD tools
• 5+ years of applied experience in developing and providing instruction of technical documentation for Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
• Experience with space platform structures or subsystems design and integration
• Experience with space deployable systems design and integration
• Experience supporting proposal activities, including hardware configuration development and costing
• TS/SCI level clearance

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.

Shift Work Statement

• This position is for 1st shift

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.

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 Level 3: $ 111,350 - $ 150,650

Summary pay range Level 4: $ 135,150 - $ 182,850

Summary pay range Level 5: $ 165,750 - $ 224,250

Applications for this position will be accepted until Nov. 13, 2026

Export Control Requirements

• 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

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/SCI 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.