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Mid-Level Operations Specialist

Herndon, Virginia Job ID JR2025458482 Category Security Clearance Role Type Onsite Post Date Jul. 15, 2025 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 and Launch Division is looking for a Mid-Level Operational Specialist (Level 3) to join our team in Herndon, Virginia.

The Space and Launch 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.

Position Responsibilities:   

  • Applies systems engineering processes, methodologies and tools to the design of system of systems, systems and new product development.

  • Derives and develops architectures, functional requirements, refinements and product designs.

  • Assists in the integration of technical, cost, value, risks and specialty engineering considerations into definition of the product.

  • Interfaces with other members of the project or program teams, management, sales and marketing staff, customers and suppliers to meet group, organization and company objectives.

  • Performs technical planning and control; maintains and improves processes and software tools.

  • Trains and instructs others.

  • Works under general direction.

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

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/ Experience):

  • 1+ years of experience working in cross functional teams

  • 1+ years of experience with the basic use of Microsoft (MS) Office Tools

  • 1+ years of experience in troubleshooting, analysis, and problem- solving strategies

  • Willingness to work a rotating shift to include weekends and holidays

  • Willingness to work in a 24x7 operations and support process experience

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • Bachelor’s Degree of higher

  • 1+ years of experience with Linux Operating Systems

  • Some understanding of the Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) process or other engineering problem resolution/solution 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 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.

Summary pay range: $98,600-$133,400


Applications for this position will be accepted until Jul. 22, 2025


Export Control Requirements: This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Export Control Details: US based job, US Person 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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