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Mid-Level Systems Engineering Manager | Red LAN

Colorado Springs, Colorado Job ID JR2026500448 Category Security Clearance Role Type Onsite Post Date Mar. 12, 2026
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Job Description

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Boeing Defense Space & Security (BDS) is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Mid-Level Systems Engineering Manager for an exciting opportunity to manage employees supporting multiple U.S. Space Force programs. This position will provide engineering leadership to support the technical execution of the Space Superiority - Red LAN program in Colorado Springs, CO.  The Red LAN program supports the United States Space Force, Space Surveillance Network providing critical Space Domain Awareness (SDA) data to our nations war fighters.

In this pivotal role as Systems Engineering Manager, you will lead a high-performing team that is engaged in a key USG space program. By leveraging your expertise and innovative thinking, you will guide your team in identifying inefficiencies, developing robust solutions, and implementing process improvements that enhance productivity and quality ensuring customers’ needs are met. In this position you will be responsible for; team building, personal development, program technical execution, systems engineering, ground system operations & sustainment, product development, and more.   This is a classified Space Force mission program, critical to our national defense.

This position will report directly to the Red LAN senior Engineering Manager and is part of a high-performing team that is engaged in key United States Government proprietary space programs working in the area of Space Superiority.  Red LAN is a US Space Force operational asset that is operated at Schriever SFB (SSFB), located 15 miles from the Boeing program depot.  The Boeing depot provides operational and sustainment support to the program as well as office space for the Boeing Team.   This position requires routine local travel to the operational location at SSFB to interface with our Space Force customers and the Boeing team members directly supporting day to day technical execution.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Serves as Deputy Engineering Manager for the Red LAN program supporting the technical execution of Red LAN program requirements

  • Develops and maintains relationships and partnerships with customers, stakeholders, peers, partners and direct reports

  • Performs management duties supporting an engineering/technical team executing on a series of programs in the area of Space Superiority

  • Develops and presents program status reports

  • Manages priorities and improves processes in a small team environment.

  • Fills program positions (hires) and assigns program personnel duties & responsibilities

  • Co-Chair; Internal Readiness Review Board (IRRB), Design Reviews, Program Reviews, etc.

  • Supports 24/7 technical response for anomaly resolution.

  • Assure products and processes meet safety and quality expectations

  • Develops and executes integrated departmental plans, policies and procedures

  • Acquires resources for department activities, provides technical management of suppliers and leads process improvements

  • Manages, develops and motivates employees

  • Develops and maintains relationships and partnerships with customers, stakeholders, peers, partners and direct reports

  • Travel up to 10% to other sites as necessary

This position is expected to be 100% onsite.  The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at the listed location.

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Top Secret Security Clearance with a Tier 5 Investigation (T5), formerly known as a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) that has been successfully completed by the federal government within the last 5 years or in a Continuous Evaluation/Continuous Vetting program for the T5. (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active).

This position requires ability to obtain program access, for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship only

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills / Experience):

  • Bachelor, Master or Doctorate of Science degree from an accredited course of study, in engineering, computer science, mathematics, or physics

  • 5 years or more of experience with systems engineering or project management

  • 5 years or more of experience with Department of War Programs

  • 3 years or more of experience with ground systems engineering and sustainment

  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • Knowledge of Boeing's organizational processes, program plans, and policies

  • Demonstrated ability in budget management and business process improvement

  • Strong analytical skills and ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights

Conflict of Interest:

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

Relocation:

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.

Shift:

This is a first shift position.

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.

Total Rewards & Pay Transparency:
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: $170,000 - $230,000


Applications for this position will be accepted until Mar. 27, 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 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. This position requires ability to obtain program access, for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship only.

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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