Space Systems Engineer (Lead, Senior)

Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) seeks a Space Systems Engineer (Lead, Senior) to join our Experimental Systems Group (ESG) located in Seal Beach or El Segundo, California.

The ESG portfolio consists of a range of platforms and technologies, including the X-37B, the world's first fully autonomous reusable spaceplane.

Position Responsibilities:

• Plan and perform end-to-end space system test programs, including spacecraft, ground systems, and external systems and interfaces.
• Develop test requirements, configurations, procedures, and scripts.
• Support software integration, test, and debugging from multiple elements within the system.
• Perform hardware/software integration and lab testing using EDUs, emulators, and simulations.
• Assist with spacecraft flight hardware testing and data collection, review, and analysis.
• Design and operate Special Test Equipment (STE).
• Investigate, troubleshoot, and help resolve issues identified during testing or operational use.
• Support system verification, validation, sell-off, and launch and operations readiness activities.
• Contribute to process improvements through the application of current and emerging tools and methods.
• Develop plans, communicate status, and coordinate effectively across multifunctional teams.
• Prepare and present review materials for internal and external leadership.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts across technical disciplines and mission areas.
• Solve complex technical challenges in evolving design environments.
• Lead small teams and projects, including support to IPT management for planning and control of cost, schedule, and technical scope.

This position is expected to be 100% onsite.

This worksite participates in Boeing's 9/80 schedule rotation.

This position requires an active U.S. Top Secret/SCI Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required).

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.
• Level 4: Typically, 9 or more years' related work experience.
• 2+ years of Systems engineering experience.
• 2+ years of Verification and validation of complex systems experience.
• 2+ years of Space systems integration and test experience.
• 2+ years of Spacecraft hardware functional or environmental testing experience.
• 1+ years of team leadership and project management experience.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Level 5: Typically, 14 or more years' related work experience.
• Experience working in hardware/software integration labs.
• Experience with software integration and test.
• Experience with spacecraft ground systems (mission planning and command/control).
• Experience developing test procedures and scripts and software to automate testing, data collection, constraint checking, and data processing and validation.
• Familiarity with digital twin and virtualization testing and validation strategies.
• Willing and able to travel up to 10% domestically.

Pay and Benefits:

• At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent.
• The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs.
• Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
• Level 4 Summary pay range: $146,200 – $197,800.
• Level 5 Summary pay range: $176,800 - $239,200.