Vehicle Management Systems Architect (Lead or Principal)

Boeing; Berkeley, Northern (MO, KY); On-site; USD 165,000 - 267,000; Full time

Job summary

The Boeing Company is seeking a Vehicle Management Systems Architect (Lead or Principal) to design and mature the Vehicle Management System architecture for aerospace platforms. The role is onsite in Berkeley, MO and requires collaboration across hardware, software, labs, and requirements teams, with leadership responsibilities across the project lifecycle.

Ideal candidates will possess extensive experience in aerospace subsystems, embedded hardware, cybersecurity, and DO-178C/DO-254 knowledge,

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Electrical/Mechanical/Aeronautical) or related field.
• Experience in architecture design of vehicle management systems and aerospace subsystems.
• Ability to obtain US Security Clearance; onsite work in Berkeley, MO may be required.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop the overall architecture of the Vehicle Management System.
• Lead cross-functional reviews and oversee software/hardware integration.
• Define system requirements, design standards, and traceability throughout the lifecycle.
• Mentor teams on architectural best practices and ensure documentation alignment with Boeing quality standards.
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

Skills

System Architecture Design

Aerospace Subsystems

Hardware Integration

Cybersecurity

Problem Solving

Collaboration & Communication

Project Leadership

Regulatory Compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Advanced degree (MS/PhD) preferred

Tools

MBSE

DO-178C

Job description

Vehicle Management Systems Architect (Lead or Principal)

Company: The Boeing Company Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) Flight Systems Engineering Capability is currently seeking a Lead-Architect Vehicle Management Systems Hardware Engineer to join the Air Dominance Vehicle Management System (VMS), team located in Berkeley, MO. You will work across engineering disciplines to help us design elements of the VMS hardware. You will collaborate with our requirement, hardware, software, and labs teams to implement and test your designs. Mechanical, Electrical, Aerodynamics, and other engineers are all welcome – to succeed in this role, you will need to leverage your area of expertise and quickly learn on the job about other areas to develop capabilities for our Vehicle Management System Computer. You will get to see tangible results of your efforts as you contribute to exciting aircraft development programs in St. Louis.

System Architecture Design

• System Architecture Design: Expertise in designing complex, scalable, and modular vehicle management system architectures
• Aerospace Systems Knowledge: Understanding of aerospace vehicle subsystems, avionics, and integration requirements
• Hardware Integration: Strong experience with embedded systems, real-time operating systems, and communication protocols
• Cybersecurity: Knowledge of securing vehicle systems against cyber threats and complying with industry security standards
• Problem Solving and Troubleshooting: Ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues in system integration and performance
• Collaboration and Communication: Excellent skills to work with multidisciplinary teams and effectively convey technical concepts.
• Project Leadership: Experience leading technical teams and managing system development lifecycles
• Regulatory Compliance: Familiarity with aerospace standards such as DO-178C, DO-254, ARP4754, and safety certification processes

Position Responsibilities

Design and develop the overall architecture of the Vehicle Management System, ensuring scalability, reliability, and integration with existing aerospace platforms Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define system requirements, establish design standards, and oversee the implementation of software and hardware components Lead technical reviews, troubleshoot system issues, and guide the continuous improvement and maintenance of the vehicle management system in compliance with aerospace safety and regulatory standards Understand and apply job practices, techniques, standards, principles, theories, and concepts Develop statement-of-work and technical performance specifications Analyze, translate, and implement customer requirements into system architecture, hardware design and interface specifications, showing traceability throughout the product lifecycle Defines test and validation approach to ensure system designs meet operational and functional requirements Investigate emerging technologies to develop concepts for future product designs to meet projected requirements and for potential application to internal business strategies Drive the evaluation and selection of emerging technologies to enhance vehicle system performance, cybersecurity, and data management capabilities Mentor engineering teams on architectural best practices and ensure documentation aligns with Boeing's quality and compliance requirements

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

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to obtain a US Security Clearance for which the US Government requires US Citizenship. An interim Secret Clearance Pre-Start and Final Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus in Electrical, Mechanical or Aeronautical), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry Level 5 (Lead): 14+ years of work-related experience with a bachelor’s degree or 12+ years of work-related experience with a masters or 9+ years of work-related experience with a PhD Level 6 (Principal) Level 6: 20+ years of experience leading or working similar projects or teams with a Bachelor’s or combination of technical education and work-related experience with a Masters Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience): Active Secret Clearance or higher MSOSA/MBSE knowledgeable Conflict of Interest: Successful candidates for this job must satisfy Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process. Education: Level 5 (Lead) Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, engineering data science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 14 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 Level 6 (Principal) Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, engineering data science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 20 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

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

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

This position is for 1st shift.

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. Boeing 401(k) helps you save for your future, with contributions from Boeing that can help you grow your retirement savings. Our best-in-class retirement benefit features: Best in class 401(k) plan: we'll match your contributions dollar for dollar, up to 10% of eligible pay with Immediate 100% vesting Student Loan Match: The Boeing 401(k) Student Loan Match allows eligible enrolled U.S. employees to have their qualified student loan debt payments counted, along with any match-eligible contributions they make, for purposes of determining the Company Match to employees' Boeing 401(k) accounts. 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. Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Summary pay range: Level 5 (Lead): $164,900 - $223,100 Level 6 (Principal) $197,200 - $266,800

Language Requirements

Not Applicable

Export Control Requirement

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.

Safety Sensitive

This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program

This position is not contingent upon program award.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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