> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/3661779-chief-architect-system-architecting-requirements-interfaces](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/3661779-chief-architect-system-architecting-requirements-interfaces). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md).

---

# Chief Architect (System Architecting, Requirements & Interfaces)

- **Company:** Boeing Company
- **Location:** Richardson, TX, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $210,800.0 - $285,200.0
- **Contract:** Contract
- **Skills:** Cyber Security, Systems Development Life Cycle, Software Requirements Analysis, Systems Architecture, Information Technology
- **Published:** October 9, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9229499/chief-architect-system-architecting-requirements-interfaces

## About the Role

* 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+ yrs experience in development of Mission Systems
 * 10+ yrs of experience in technical leadership of engineers
 * 10+ experience in defining system architectures.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

 * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
 * Experience in avionics, Open Architecture, and/or electronics systems development., 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., Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required, This position requires an active U.S. Top Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)

## Description

The Boeing Company has an exciting opportunity for a Chief Architect (System Architecting, Requirements & Interfaces) to join the P-8A Advanced Airborne Sensor (AAS) Special Projects Dallas (SPD) team located in Richardson, TX.

The AAS SPD program develops complex, highly integrated, advanced systems, enabling future growth for Boeing and our customers. The selected candidate will serve as a technical leader on a team developing next generation Mission Systems architectures, requirements, interface, & behaviors utilizing Open Architectures.

This ideal candidate will have experience conducting engineering reviews, owning system architecture structure and design, and sensor management while operating in a cross-functional agile environment. Experience in Mission Systems, Radar, Fusion, and defining multi-level security architecture is preferred.

This is an excellent opportunity to take on a technical leadership role in a complex environment.

This position will be 100% onsite in Richardson, TX.

This position requires an active U.S. Top Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active).

 * An interim and/or final U.S. Top Secret Clearance Post-Start is required
 * Special Program Access or other Government Access Requirements may be required for these positions.

Position Responsibilities :

 * Applies an interdisciplinary, collaborative approach to lead activities to plan, design, develop and verify complex lifecycle balanced system of systems and system solutions.
 * Leads others to evaluate customer/operational needs to define system performance requirements, integrate technical parameters and assure compatibility of all physical, functional and program interfaces.
 * Develop solutions that meet Open Mission Systems Architecture requirements
 * Collaborate with customers to ensure needs, requirements, and commitments are being met
 * Present to both internal and external stakeholders with requisite level of detail for the audience
 * Support analyses to ensure it is driving toward improving needed architecture or requirements definition
 * Support cross-Boeing program mission systems interchanges for maximum leverage and re-use