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Boeing

Builds commercial aircraft, defense and space systems

End-to-End Space Systems Engineer – Lead or Senior

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/23/2026Deadline 10/26/26
$119.8k - $239.2k
Senior, Expert
Bachelor of Science (BS)
El Segundo, CA, USA
In PersonExpected to be 100% onsite in El Segundo, California; relocation may be offered based on eligibility.
Aerospace EngineeringSpacecraft & Launch Vehicle Systems
No H1B Sponsorship
US Citizenship Required

About the job

Requirements
  • The candidate must be able to obtain a U.S. security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required as a condition of employment, and an interim and/or final U.S. Secret clearance is required post-start.
  • A Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, or equivalent non-U.S. qualifications directly related to the work statement is required.
  • At least 5 years of related work experience, or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience, or equivalent non-U.S. qualifications is required.
  • At least 3 years of experience in systems engineering processes and tools is required.
  • At least 3 years of experience in system design, development, or test is required.
  • Experience with model-derived CONOPS requirements development, interface control documentation, technical specification review, and architecture development is required.
  • The successful candidate must satisfy the company’s Conflict of Interest assessment process.
  • The role requires a U.S. Person as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 to meet U.S. export control compliance requirements.
Responsibilities
  • Manage Space Segment external interfaces, including developing interface control documents as required by contract.
  • Perform system requirements and verification planning and execution.
  • Maintain the requirements trace and verification cross-reference matrix for system-level requirements.
  • Develop and model Space Segment intersegment CONOPS.
  • Develop and maintain System Design Documents.
  • Use Model-Based Systems Engineering processes and tools to develop and maintain the System Architecture Model.
  • Perform system trade studies and system-level analyses.
  • Develop intersegment test plans, including requirements for demonstrations and test beds.
  • Support execution of system operational test and evaluation activities.
  • Verify and sell off system-level requirements.
Desired Qualifications
  • At least 9 years of related work experience for the Lead, Level 4 position.
  • At least 14 years of related work experience for the Senior, Level 5 position.
  • At least 3 years of experience within the aerospace, defense, or similar high-tech industry.
  • Experience interfacing with customers, program offices, and interdisciplinary teams.
  • Experience leading technical teams or projects.
  • Experience integrating Space, Ground, and User Terminal CONOPS.
  • ABET accreditation is preferred, although not required.

About the company

Boeing builds commercial airplanes, military aircraft and space systems for airlines, governments and other aerospace customers worldwide. Its passenger jet families include the 737 and 787, while its defense portfolio spans fighter aircraft, helicopters, tankers and satellites. Engineers design and integrate aircraft structures and systems, and factories assemble and test the finished products for delivery to customers. The company earns money through aircraft and equipment sales, government development contracts, and services such as maintenance, spare parts and flight training. Boeing was founded in 1916 and is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Arlington, Virginia

Founded

1916

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What believers are saying

  • Boeing brought fuselage production in house: December 2025's completed Spirit acquisition includes the 737 structures business.
  • Demand supports long production programs: July 2026 reporting lists Boeing's commercial backlog above 6,200 airplanes.
  • Eligible staff study without annual STEM tuition caps: Boeing pays partner schools directly under Learning Together.

What critics are saying

  • Commercial recovery remains unprofitable: July 2026 reporting shows Boeing's airplane division lost $322 million in the second quarter.
  • Boeing bears defense overruns: fixed-price deals supplied roughly 60% of its defense manufacturing and defense services revenue in 2025.
  • Union negotiations shape Boeing factory careers: its U.S. workforce has 32 separate labor agreements with different expiration dates.

What makes Boeing unique

  • Boeing dominates cargo aircraft: it says its freighters serve over 90% of the global air freight market.
  • Service work extends beyond Boeing jets: Global Services supports equipment regardless of its original manufacturer.
  • Heavy lifting uses two rotors: Boeing's Chinook places its lifting rotors in tandem for cargo missions.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan

Growth & Insights and Company News

6 month growth

-2%

1 year growth

-2%

2 year growth

-2%
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