Program Chief Engineer (Principle or Senior)

Job Description
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Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS), The Boeing Space & Mission Systems (SMS), Chief Engineering Department is seeking a Program Chief Engineer (Principle or Senior) (Level 5 or 6) to join our team in El Segundo, California.
This role plays a critical leadership role on a commercial satellite program assuring quality engineering in design, build, delivery, issue and risk management of space systems.
Position Responsibilities:

• Applicable and appropriate educational/certification credentials from an accredited institution and/or equivalent experience is required
• Work across capabilities to ensure the skills needed to perform the design and build of complex space system programs
• Experience in program startup and baselining
• Experience in risk and issue management processes and execution
• Experience with customer interactions and program campaign engagement
• Experience in engineering trade processes and baseline control
• Experience working with program management and finance to ensure execution to program planning
• Experience working anomalies with root cause corrective action (RCCA) processes
• Experience with major suppliers on a program and management of their specifications and engineering deliveries

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at the listed location option.
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills and 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
• 10+ years of experience working with space-based systems engineering (requirements definition, allocation, functional analysis, architecture design, trade studies, integration, and verification)

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills / Experience):

• Level 5: 14+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Level 6: 20+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience as a SEIT lead or Satellite Chief Engineer
• Experience leading multi-disciplinary engineering teams
• Strong Communication, Adaptability, Decision Making, Customer Focus, Integrated Systems, Engineering Analysis, and Requirements/Tracing skillset

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 and 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.
Principle (Level 5) Summary pay range: $176,800 - $239,200
Senior (Level 6) Summary pay range: $210,800 - $285,200
Applications for this position will be accepted until Jul. 17, 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
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
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.