Boeing Systems Engineer

Boeing Defense, Space, and Security (BDS), Space and Launch Division, seeks a Satellite Systems Engineer (Senior) supporting the team in Schriever, CO. Our team develops new global military satellite communications (MILSATCOM) ground systems that manage transmission of protected tactical waveform (a type of secure, anti-jam communication) over Boeing-built Wideband Global SATCOM (WGS) satellites and terminals. Space and Launch work with proprietary customers and creates next generation technologies in space. We work all facets of engineering: technology investment, concept development, proposal writing, requirements and design, build, integration, test, and demonstration of products in their relevant environments. The Lead Satellite Systems Engineer (Senior) is part of a high-performing team immersed in dynamic satellite operations and engineering activities. As a member of our WGS on-orbit team, you lead a small team in supporting platform operations and engineering for 10 on-orbit satellites. Position Responsibilities:

• Advise customers on satellite operation and maintenance activities
• Advise customers on ground command and control system operations
• Conduct technical meetings, author database, and software change requests
• Identify and implement process improvements
• Identify, create and implement software tools to improve team efficiency
• Perform ground computer system software and database testing
• Author, maintain, review, and support satellite operations procedures.
• Configure and run simulations to support procedure validation
• Conduct technical analyses and studies then provide recommendations
• Perform satellite data trending and analysis to determine spacecraft performance
• Perform problem solving and support other engineers in a team environment
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to other engineers in the development of engineering skills, knowledge, and task execution., Leads configuration management for software and hardware products, ensuring documentation consistency, configuration control, delivery accuracy, and compliance with Boeing and program standards. Maintains CM records, supports change boards, responds to audits and customer inquiries, and manages CDRL and SDRL submission schedules. Reviews supplier and subcontractor data submissions for contractual compliance and timeliness. The role is fully onsite and requires an active U.S. Secret clearance. Top Skills: Automated BuildsConfiguration Management SystemsData Tracking SystemsDevsecops, Boeing, Lead satellite systems engineering and on-orbit operations for WGS MILSATCOM satellites. Advise customers on satellite and ground command-and-control operations, manage technical meetings and engineering changes, test ground software and databases, maintain and validate operational procedures, conduct simulations and spacecraft performance analysis, investigate anomalies, and support engineering teams. Requires active Secret clearance, U.S. citizenship, a technical bachelor’s degree, and willingness to relocate to Schriever, Colorado. Top Skills: Command And Control SystemsDatabase TestingMilsatcomSatellite Ground SystemsSimulation ToolsSoftware TestingWgs Satellites

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• Active Secret U.S. Security Clearance with ability to upgrade to TS/SCI (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active.)
• 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
• 14+ years of Systems Engineering experience or academic combination or equivalent experience
• Ability to obtain a certification in one or more operational positions through training and evaluation
• If not already within commuting distance of Schriever AFB, willingness and ability to relocate at own expense

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Top Secret Security Clearance
• Experience responding to anomalies for on-orbit communications satellites
• Software quality test and validation experience
• Experience working closely with US Military customers in an operational and training environment
• Project Management experience
• Data analysis experience
• Experience developing software or engineering tools

Typical Education & Experience: Lead (level 5): Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), computer science, engineering data science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 14 or more years’ related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience or non-US equivalent qualifications. In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard. Conflict of Interest: Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process., Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent Required, Supports operations and engineering for WGS on-orbit satellites and MILSATCOM ground systems. Advises customers on satellite and command-and-control operations, authors procedures and change requests, tests ground software and databases, runs simulations, analyzes satellite performance data, supports anomaly resolution, and provides engineering recommendations. The role is fully onsite, requires occasional on-call support, and requires an active Secret clearance with the ability to upgrade to TS/SCI. Top Skills: Command And Control SystemsDatabase SystemsMilsatcomProtected Tactical WaveformsSatellite Data AnalysisSatellite Ground SystemsSimulation ToolsSoftware TestingWideband Global Satcom (Wgs)

Ability and willingness to work occasional compensated on-call support outside of typical business hours. 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. Refer to “Engineer Job Classifications Appendix” for further clarification on the use of this job family. In locations where SPEEA representation applies, this job family will be covered by the terms of the collective bargaining agreement. Applicable and appropriate educational/certification credentials from an accredited institution and/or equivalent experience is required. Summary Pay Range: $164,900 - $223,100 Applications for this position will be accepted until Oct. 16, 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, Relocation Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Security Clearance This position requires an active U.S. Secret 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., In-Office Schriever AFB, CO, USA 112K-186K Annually Expert/Leader 112K-186K Annually Expert/Leader

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