Systems Engineering Manager

Boeing; Seal Beach (CA); On-site; USD 141,000 - 205,000; Full time

Job summary

Boeing Space Mission Systems (SMS) ESG seeks a Systems Engineering Manager (Level K) to lead a multi‑disciplined team in Seal Beach, CA (also El Segundo, CA and Colorado Springs, CO). You will oversee architecture, integration and test, drive roadmap alignment, manage schedules and staffing, and champion a culture of respect, transparency and excellence across programs.

The role requires a TS clearance, space program experience, and proven leadership in fast-paced environments with government

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or related field or non-US equivalent.
• Active Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance required.
• 2+ years in leadership role or completed Boeing leadership course.
• 2+ years of experience on space programs.
• 2+ years of experience with system software integration and test.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and invest in a top talent multi-disciplined systems engineering team.
• Support modernization and automation of heritage mission integration and test processes and products.
• Drive alignment to the roadmap vision and automate to reduce costs and increase quality.
• Contribute to 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.

Skills

Leadership experience

Top Secret clearance

Space program experience

System software integration and test

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 Systems Engineering Manager (Level K) to join our team in one of the following locations:

• Seal Beach, CA
• El Segundo, CA
• Colorado Springs, CO

Our multi-disciplinary team focuses on rapid development to demonstrate a host of next-generation, mission-focused technologies, products and services for a variety of customers. Our group works in all facets of engineering from technology investment, concept development, proposal writing, architecture, requirements and design, build, integration, test, and demonstration. You will provide leadership and ensure modern, best practices across programs and product lines, in a highly dynamic, collaborative environment. Come innovate the future.

Position Responsibilities:

• Oversee and invest in a top talent multi-disciplined systems engineering team
• Support modernization and automation of heritage mission integration and test processes and products
• Drive alignment to the roadmap vision, while automating to reduce operational costs and increasing quality
• Contribute to technical and cost baselines of proposals and bids for future architecture activities
• Support architecture and technical trades for program decisions and future business
• Manage resources, schedules, and staffing to execute concurrent programs
• Cultivate a culture of respect, transparency, excellence, inspiration, and fun

To be considered for this position you will be required to complete an assessment as part of the selection process. Failure to complete the assessment will remove you from consideration.

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.)
• Candidates must have at least one year of experience in a leadership role (team leader, temp manager, large scale cross functional project/program management, or formal manager experience) OR have completed the Boeing internal course “Exploring Leadership.”
• 2+ years of experience on space programs
• 2+ years of experience with system software integration and test

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• 2+ years of experience leading teams
• Experience with satellite operations
• Experience with agile development
• 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 with DevSecOps, industry standards, processes and tools, CI/CD pipelines
• Ability to manage teams on multiple significant program efforts simultaneously

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: $141,100.00 - $204,700.00

Applications for this position will be accepted until Sept. 08, 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.

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.