Senior Systems Engineer

Job Description

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The Boeing Acoustic Programs (AP) within BDS Space, Intelligence, and Weapon Systems (SI&WS) is seeking a motivated Senior Systems Engineer for our team based in Huntington Beach, CA.

Acoustic Programs deliver complex solutions in some of the most challenging environments on Earth, focusing on the underwater and Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) domain through a diverse portfolio of products.

The ideal candidate will have experience across all phases of the engineering lifecycle, including requirements development, test plan creation, and test execution. Proficiency with DOORS for managing and updating requirements is essential. Additionally, candidates should possess project management skills to effectively define and track cost, schedule, and technical performance throughout the project lifecycle.

Position Responsibilities :

• Lead evaluation of customer/operational needs to define system performance requirements, integrate technical parameters and assure compatibility of all physical, functional and program interfaces

• Develop requirements & manage requirements in DOORS

• Define and execute test plans for integration verification, data integrity, and performance, engage in system integration testing and support system acceptance testing

• Define and track cost, schedule, and technical aspects of the project

• Lead analysis to optimize total system of systems and/or system architecture

• Lead and support cross-functional teams, working groups, programming, and customer meetings and technical design reviews

• Prepare program briefings, status reports, and technical deliverables

• Create and implement strategic approaches for program and business area decisions

• Identify and track engineering performance metrics

• Identify technical risks, issues, and opportunities; develop and execute plans for risk mitigation, issue resolution, and opportunity capture

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• This position requires an active 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.)

• 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

• Experience with the system engineering development lifecycle (V-Model)

• Knowledge of MBSE concepts and application

• Experience with Requirements Management Tools (i.e. DOORS)

• Experience with software architecture and development processes

• Experience with Earned Value Management System (EVMS)

• 7+ years related systems engineering experience

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Experience with anti-submarine warfare (ASW), anti-surface warfare (ASUW), or maritime intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) systems

• Experience with and / or support of multiple platforms used to support underwater acoustics including P-3, P-8A, MH-60R, submarines and Unmanned Autonomous Vehicles (UAVs)

• Experience with export-related material and international customers.

• Experience on a US Navy program.

• Experience applying MBSE concepts to engineering lifecycle

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 for Senior (Level 4): $146.200.00 - $197,800.00

Applications for this position will be accepted until Jul. 15, 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. 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.

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.