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Systems Engineer – Requirements, Integration & Verification

The Boeing Company Tukwila, WA On-site senior full-time

Salary

Level 3: $119,850 - $162,150 Level 4: $1… per year

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Description

Boeing Defense, Space, and Security (BDS) is seeking a Systems Engineer to lead Requirements, Verification and Integration efforts for next generation air refueling applications in the Puget Sound area.

As part of Boeing's Defense, Space & Security organization, you will play a critical role in the integration, test, and operation of the KC-46A Pegasus, the U.S. Air Force's next-generation aerial refueling and mobility aircraft.

Position 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 efforts across the program.
  • Apply knowledge of airplane systems 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.
  • Utilize model-based systems engineering concepts and practices.
  • 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.
  • Provide input to design reviews, safety reviews, and certification activities.
  • Drive continuous improvement in integration processes, maintainability, and operability of KC-46 systems.

Security Clearance Requirement

  • Candidates must be a U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance Post-Start.

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience in integrating complex systems.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Experience with military aircraft development, integration, or sustainment.
  • Knowledge of air-to-air refueling systems.
  • Understanding of systems safety, reliability, and airworthiness certification processes.

Pay & Benefits:

  • Competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
  • Eligible employees can enroll in a variety of benefit programs, including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, and retirement savings plans.

Typical Education and Experience:

  • Level 3: 2 or more years' related work experience.
  • Level 4: 5 or more years' related work experience.
  • Level 5: 9 or more years' related work experience.

Salary Range:

  • Level 3: $119,850 - $162,150
  • Level 4: $146,200 - $197,800
  • Level 5: $176,800 - $239,200

Skills

Required

Nice to have

  • Military Aircraft Development
  • Air-to-Air Refueling Systems
  • Systems Safety
  • Reliability
  • Airworthiness Certification
  • Lab Integration Environments
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