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End-to-End Space Systems Engineer (Experienced or Lead)

El Segundo, California; Los Angeles, California Job ID JR2026514448 Category Security Clearance Role Type Onsite Post Date Jun. 18, 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), Space Mission Systems (SMS) Division, seeks an End-to-End Space Systems Engineer (Experienced or Lead) (Level 3 or 4) to join our team in El Segundo, California.

Our team works with Commercial, Government, and Proprietary Customers in the development and deployment of next-generation technologies and systems in Space. The candidate will demonstrate the ability to provide high impact, creative solutions to complex technical problems, the ability to work as part of a large team, and the ability to provide critical support and independent review of the work of teammates.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Manage Space Segment External Interfaces, including development of Interface Control Documents (ICD) as required by contract

  • Perform system requirements and verification planning and execution

  • Responsible for the maintaining the requirements trace and Verification Cross-Reference Matrix (VCRM) for system level requirements

  • Develop and Model Space Segment Intersegment CONOPS

  • Develop and maintain System Design Documents (SDDs)

  • Utilize Model Based Systems Engineering processes and tools to develop and maintain the System Architecture Model

  • Perform system trade studies and System level analyses

  • Develop Intersegment Test Plans, including requirements for demonstrations and test beds

  • Support Execution of System Operational test and evaluation activities

  • Responsible for system level requirements verification and selloff

  • Must be able travel locally on an infrequent basis

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

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

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

  • 3+ years of experience in systems integration with systems engineering processes and procedures

  • 3+ years of experience in satellite system design, development or test

  • Experience with architecture, ConOps and Requirements for space based systems and associated ground support systems

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

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

  • 3+ years of experience within the aerospace, defense, or similar high-tech industry

  • Experience interfacing with customers, collaborating with other defense contractors, program office, and across interdisciplinary teams

  • Experience leading technical teams or projects

  • Experience with integration of Space, Ground, and User Terminal CONOPS

Conflict of Interest:

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

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility. Note: Basic relocation will be offered for eligible internal candidates.

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 and 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.

Experienced (Level 3) Summary pay range: $119,850 - $162,150

Lead (Level 4) Summary pay range: $146,200 - $197,800


Applications for this position will be accepted until Jul. 03, 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 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)

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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