Senior/Lead Systems Engineer

Job Overview Senior/Lead Systems Engineer – The Boeing Company. The Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) KC‑46 Tanker Program seeks a Systems Engineer to lead requirements, verification, and integration efforts for next‑generation air refueling applications. This position is based in Everett, Washington and requires 100% onsite presence. The KC‑46 is a high‑visibility, leading‑edge commercial derivative airplane program supporting the United States Air Force and international customers. Responsibilities Lead airplane‑level and system‑level integration of hardware and software for KC‑46 mission and refueling systems. Lead requirements development, management, validation, and verification across the program. Coordinate requirements definition, traceability, validation, and verification for the KC‑46 Program across systems engineering, IPTs, design, test, and customer teams to ensure first‑time quality. Mentor and coach others on systems engineering best practices and engineering knowledge. Partner with SEIT leadership as a technical leader to grow SEIT's capability, authority, and quality across the KC‑46 Program. Apply knowledge of airplane systems (avionics, refueling systems, electrical power, hydraulics, environmental controls, flight controls) to support design, integration, and troubleshooting. Develop and maintain Concept of Operations (CONOPS), operational documentation, and system use cases. Plan and execute ground and flight test campaigns, including creation of test procedures, readiness reviews, and post‑test analysis. Utilize model‑based systems engineering concepts and practices (e.g., SysML, Cameo) to document engineering outcomes. Serve on test and operations consoles during lab, ground, and flight test events. Support troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and corrective action for system integration issues. Collaborate with avionics, communications, refueling systems, flight controls, and mission systems engineering teams to ensure seamless cross‑system integration. Provide input to design reviews, safety reviews, and certification activities. Drive continuous improvement in integration processes, maintainability, and operability of KC‑46 systems. Demonstrate leadership in cross‑functional teams, guiding technical discussions, aligning stakeholders, and ensuring accountability across disciplines. Communicate effectively with engineering teams, program management, customers, and leadership through clear technical writing, presentations, and real‑time decision‑making. Basic Qualifications Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, or Chemistry. Level 4: 9+ years of related experience. Ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship; a pre‑start and a final U.S. Secret Clearance are required. Preferred Qualifications Level 5: 14+ years of related experience. Master’s in systems engineering. Experience with military aircraft development, integration, or sustainment. Knowledge of air‑to‑air refueling systems. Understanding of systems safety, reliability, and airworthiness certification processes. Familiarity with lab integration environments (HIL/SIL) and simulation‑based test. Current or previous DoD Secret clearance or ability to obtain. Familiarity with requirements management tools (DOORS or equivalent). Working knowledge of model‑based systems engineering concepts and practices (e.g., SysML, Cameo). USAF Tankers programmatic or operational experience. Experience with aircraft systems, avionics, or mission systems integration. Experience leading systems engineering efforts to identify, assess, and mitigate risks from Diminishing Manufacturing Sources and Material Shortages (DMSMS) across product lifecycles. Experience integrating DMSMS monitoring tools and obsolescence databases into product data management systems and engineering workflows; automate alerts and reporting where possible. Experience with establishing metrics and dashboards for obsolescence exposure, mitigation status, and program health to inform stakeholders and support executive decision‑making. Pay & Benefits Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications. Pay ranges: Level4: $146,200–$197,800; Level5: $176,800–$239,200. Benefits include health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance, and paid and unpaid time away from work per company policy. Relocation Position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility. Security Clearance Requires ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance. An interim U.S. Secret Clearance pre‑start and a final U.S. Secret Clearance post‑start are required. Shift Shift 1 (United States of America). EEO Statement 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 or veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law. EEO is the law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Boeing