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Associate Systems Engineer

Seal Beach, California; El Segundo, California Job ID JR2026520114 Category Security Clearance Role Type Onsite Post Date Aug. 24, 2026 Security Clearance Required
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Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Boeing Defense, Space, and Security (BDS), Space, Intelligence & Weapons Systems (SI&WS), is seeking an Associate Systems Engineer (Level 2) to support the team in Seal Beach, CA or El Segundo, CA.

The Space & Mission Systems (SMS) team creates the next generation products and services for the BDS business unit. We work with proprietary customers in the development of the next-generation technologies in space.  Our team focuses on rapid prototyping to demonstrate a host of mission-focused technologies for a variety of customers.  Our group works all facets of engineering from technology investment, concept development, proposal writing, requirements and design, build, integration, test, and demonstration of products in their relevant environments.

The Associate Systems Engineer will be a part of a high-performing team that is immersed in high intensity development/integration projects. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment with a multi-discipline team on cutting-edge space technologies.


Position Responsibilities:

  • Develop Ground Segment Operational Products in support of Space based systems

  • Support complex system level threads required to run missions in space

  • Ground and System Level Integration & Test

  • Develop detailed test procedures and conduct verification tests

  • Support ConOps development and product design, development, and test

  • Performs various analyses to optimize total system of systems and/or system architecture

  • Resolves cross-functional technical issues

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

  • This position requires an 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.)

  • 2+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • Experience in space systems and working with multi-discipline teams

  • Experience with Ops Product architecture, design, development, and test

  • Experience with software requirements verification testing

  • Experience with scripting languages (i.e. Python, Tcl/Tk)

  • Experience with Configuration Management tools and processes

  • Experience with Agile processes and tools

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: $98,600.00 - $133,400.00


Applications for this position will be accepted until Sept. 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

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

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.

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