Lead Systems Engineer

Job Description
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Boeing Defense, Space & Security's Experimental Systems Group (ESG) is hiring Lead Systems Engineer to join our team at Seal Beach or El Segundo, CA.
We are seeking a Lead Systems Engineer with proven expertise in requirements development and management, verification and validation (V&V), system architecture, specifications, and Interface Control Documents (ICDs). The ideal candidate will excel at translating stakeholder needs into clear, well-formed requirements, developing and maintaining comprehensive system-level architectures, authoring and managing technical specifications and ICDs, and planning and executing verification activities across all system elements to ensure successful project outcomes.
Position Responsibilities:

• Elicit, analyze, decompose, and allocate system and subsystem requirements from stakeholder needs and higher-level system specifications
• Create, edit, and maintain well-structured, testable requirements using a requirements management tool
• Develop and maintain system architecture descriptions (functional, logical, physical) and traceability from requirements to architecture and verification
• Author and maintain specifications and Interface Control Documents (ICDs) that define interfaces between systems and subsystems; manage ICD baselines and change control
• Develop verification plans, procedures, and test cases aligned to requirements; coordinate and perform verification activities (analysis, inspection, demonstration, test) and document results
• Support integration activities and resolve interface mismatches and discrepancies between subsystems through engineering change proposals or interface updates
• Maintain requirements traceability matrices and demonstrate requirement closure for reviews and audits
• Participate in design and technical reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR) and provide status and risk assessment for requirements and verification
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (hardware, software, test, suppliers, manufacturing, product management) to ensure requirements and interface compatibility
• Support configuration and change control processes for requirements, specifications, and ICDs

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
• Active Top Secret/SCI U.S. Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active.)
• 10+ years of related work experience
• Experience with satellite systems or space related applications

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Proven experience applying systems thinking principles to complex engineering challenges
• Strong presentation and communication skills, capable of effectively conveying technical information to diverse audiences
• Demonstrated success in delivering high-quality systems engineering artifacts, including requirements, specifications, and interface documents
• Advanced degree in a related discipline (e.g., Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science) preferred
• Extensive experience in developing and refining system architectures aligned with stakeholder needs and program goals
• Hands-on involvement in Internal Research and Development (IRAD) projects, showcasing innovation and technical leadership
• Foundational knowledge of project management principles and methodologies
• Proficiency with Digital System Engineering (DSE) tools and environments to enhance model-based systems engineering workflows

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.
Pay & Benefits:
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.
Summary pay range: $176,800.00 - $239,200.00
Applications for this position will be accepted until Oct. 08, 2026
Export Control Requirements:
This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.
Export Control Details:
US based job, US Person required
Education
Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required
Relocation
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.
Security Clearance
This position requires an active U.S. Top Secret/SCI 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.
Shift
This position is for 1st shift
Equal Opportunity Employer:
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/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.