Systems Engineer (Senior or Principal)
$164.9k - $223.1kBoeing
## Systems Engineer (Senior or Principal)Applylocations: USA - Colorado Springs, COtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 25 Days Agotime left to apply: End Date: May 31, 2026 (15 days left to apply)job requisition id: JR2026498676Systems Engineer (Senior or Principal)**Company:****Lead the engineering that makes missile defense real.****Boeing’s Phantom Works** Missile Defense National Teams are hiring **Systems Engineers** to work **Colorado Springs****, CO** at the intersection of **mission outcomes, architecture, analysis, integration, and test.**On the **Boeing-led Systems Engineering and Integration (SE&I) National Team**, you’ll help the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) shape system-level concepts, architectures, requirements, and assessments that drive incremental upgrades to America’s Missile Defense System.On the **Command, Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC) National Team**, you’ll help evolve the integrating element that links sensors and weapons and synchronizes operations to deliver a layered defense across all phases of flight.Our teams are currently hiring a broad range of **Senior (Level 5-6) Systems Engineers in the following disciplines:*** Systems Architecture, Requirements and Interfaces* Systems Integration, Verification, & Validation* Modeling and Simulation**Position Responsibilities**Depending on your assignment, you will contribute across mission assessment, architecture, requirements, Model-based Systems Engineering (MBSE), integration, and test – often with direct collaboration across Boeing, industry partners, and government stakeholders.**Systems Architecture, Requirements, and Interfaces*** Define and evolve the MDA/C2BMC system architecture* Develop and maintain requirements and architecture artifacts (including interface definitions) to support missile defense capabilities* Run and support architecture and requirements trade studies to recommend options that improve mission performance, cost/schedule, and technical feasibility* Own and improve the requirements management engine: planning, organizing, implementing, and monitoring of requirements processes and tools (including traceability, change control, and quality)* Lead program-level risks/issues/opportunities tracking and technology readiness assessments as they relate to architecture and requirements decisions* Collaborate frequently with MDA, warfighters, and industry partners to align requirements, interfaces, and system priorities* Lead cross-functional teams in developing products and interacting with government customers**Systems Integration, Verification, & Validation*** Plan and execute integration and checkout work – define tasks, schedule them, assign work, monitor completion, and keep the integration plan moving* Evaluate results from integration/checkout activities and determine whether they meet checkout requirements so the team can proceed to the next stage* Define and drive the overall integration and test (I&T) strategy (processes, tools, and metrics) to ensure we verify requirements effectively and consistently* Execute and document integration and test events, including capturing results, issues, and evidence needed for verification* Partner with integration/test SMEs to solve complex system problems spanning process, tools, regulations, and system-specific issues* Identify and implement tool/process improvements that reduce friction and increase throughput (automation, reporting, repeatable workflows).* Lead cross-functional teams in developing products and interacting with government customers**Modeling and Simulation*** Evaluate system performance across realistic scenarios and architectures to provide mission insight used by MDA and warfighters* Build and maintain analysis tools across multiple levels of fidelity, including modeling and simulation that predicts performance against evolving threats* Perform system and performance trade studies (mission effectiveness, architecture comparisons, “what-if” analyses) to inform technical decisions* Develop and improve modeling approaches to ensure results are credible, repeatable, and decision-useful (assumptions, data handling, validation/verification of models)* Use modeling, simulation, and quantitative methods to provide technical leadership and recommendations in assigned focus areas**This position is expected to be 100% onsite (no hybrid or remote options). The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at Colorado Springs, CO****Travel may be required; Domestically and/or internationally depending on business needs****This position requires candidate acceptance by the industry partner resource control board****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)****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* 12 or more years' related engineering experience.* Prior experience in system engineering (e.g. Systems, Design, Architecture, Integration, Requirements or Test).* Leadership experience to include but not limited to engineering leadership roles and/or leading work and driving teams to success.**Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)*** **Level 6:** 18 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience* **Systems Architecture, Requirements, and Interfaces** + Experience with missile-defense mission context, especially command & control, battle management, and communications. + Requirements analysis & verification experience. + Requirements and architecture development for complex systems/system-of-systems experience. + Experience using MBSE / requirements tools such as Cameo, DOORS, or similar. + Experience leading architecture / requirements trade studies.* **Systems Integration, Verification, & Validation** + Experience supporting/driving integration and test, including executing and documenting test events. + Experience developing/tailoring I&T processes, tools, and metrics. + Experience evaluating results against requirements (verification evidence/artifacts). + Experience working across multiple stakeholders/teams, especially MDA-like environments. + Scripting/programming for test/tool support (Python, MATLAB, Java, or similar).* **Modeling and Simulation** + Experience performing system/performance analysis or trade studies (e.g., operational/feasibility analysis, MOEs/TPMs). + Experience developing/using modeling and simulation tools to predict performance. + Experience with modeling missile-defense or related engagement domains. + Scripting/programming for analysis tools (Python, MATLAB, Java, or similar). + Ability to communicate results clearly to support decisions with technical and nontechnical stakeholders.**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.**Total Rewards:**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. The 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.**Summary pay range (Senior):** $164,900 - $223,100**Summary pay range (Principal):** $197,200 - $266,800**Language Requirements:**Not Applicable**Education:**Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent**Relocation:**This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.**Export Control Requirement:****Safety Sensitive:****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.**Contingent Upon Award Program**This position is not contingent upon program award**Shift:****Stay safe from recruitment fraud! The only way to apply for a position at Boeing is via our Careers website. Learn how to protect yourself from recruitment fraud** - Recruitment Fraud WarningBoeing 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr
$160k - $200k
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$150k - $190k
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$50 per hour
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$86.8k - $165.2k
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