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Entry-Level Systems Engineer (Operations/Systems Analysis)

Berkeley, Missouri Job ID JR2026498035 Category Security Clearance Role Type Onsite Post Date Mar. 05, 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 & Security (BDS) is seeking an Entry-Level Systems Engineer to join our team in Berkeley, MO.

Are you generally curious by nature?  Do you enjoy using data to make informed decisions?  Are you able to break down complex problems to understand where the key factors are located and then communicate those insights into the larger picture?  If so, a career in Operations Analysis is perfect for you.

As an Operations Analyst, you will be a part of the team that delivers customer-focused analysis, as well as modeling and simulation, to address a variety of military needs across the Department of Defense.  Observations derived from the analysis will be used to inform Boeing Defense investments and drive Phantom Works capture strategy. 

The Operations Analysis (OA) Team within the Boeing Virtual Warfare Center (VWC) is growing the Affordability and Value Analysis team to fulfill expanding program needs and opportunities. An affordability analyst in this position assesses costs and uncertainty implications of various solution sets encompassing configuration, force mix, and usage.  Studies may include the evaluation of cost trends, parametric development, identification of influencing factors, and determining “trade space”.   The focus is to align analyses and products with diverse customer values and priorities.

Position Responsibilities

  • Plan, design, develop, and verify affordability/life cycle cost models that focus on system of systems and system solutions across their life cycle, including development, production and operations & support
  • Evaluate customer/operational needs to define system performance requirements, integrate technical parameters, determine system costs and assure compatibility of all physical, functional, and program interfaces
  • Integrate with modeling and simulation to create cost effective solutions for various Boeing products

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Top Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship.  An interim and/or final U.S. Top Secret Clearance Post-Start is required

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

  • Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (including manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science
  • Experience using simulation tools and/or computer programming
  • Possess advanced skills with Microsoft Excel
  • Ability to effectively communicate complex analysis processes and results to others with dissimilar skills and backgrounds.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

  • Experience in cost modeling (life-cycle, activity-based, should-cost, supply chain, etc.)
  • Experience in uncertainty analysis and quantification utilizing simulation tools
  • Experience in a customer-facing role

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.

Employee Referral

Referral to this job is eligible for bonus to qualifying candidates.

Total Rewards

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.

The Boeing 401(k) helps you save for your future, with contributions from Boeing that can help you grow your retirement savings. Our best-in-class retirement benefit features:

  • Best in class 401(k) plan: we'll match your contributions dollar for dollar, up to 10% of eligible pay with Immediate 100% vesting
  • Student Loan Match: The Boeing 401(k) Student Loan Match allows eligible enrolled U.S. employees to have their qualified student loan debt payments counted, along with any match-eligible contributions they make, for purposes of determining the Company Match to employees' Boeing 401(k) accounts.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.  Summary pay range: $73,950 – $100,050


Applications for this position will be accepted until Mar. 13, 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 the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Top Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

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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