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Senior Systems Engineer

Houston, Texas Job ID JR2026511376 Category Engineering - Systems Role Type Onsite Post Date May 26, 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.

The Boeing International Space Station (ISS) Program organization is seeking an energetic Senior Systems Engineer to join the team based in Houston, TX.

In this role, the Senior Systems Engineer will lead the ISS sustaining engineering teams and provide critical support for on-orbit operations. This position offers a unique opportunity to lead fast-paced teams tackling complex technical challenges in support of human spaceflight. As a Mission Evaluation Room (MER) Manager, you will engage with all levels of management and engineering across the NASA ISS program, Boeing ISS program, NASA Engineering, NASA Flight Operations, and NASA Payloads organizations. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication, technical integration, and relationship-building skills.

Position Responsibilities:   

  • Applies an interdisciplinary, collaborative approach to plan, design, develop and verify complex lifecycle balanced system of systems and system solutions

  • Evaluates customer/operational needs to define and coordinate system performance requirements, integrate technical parameters and assure compatibility of all physical, functional and program interfaces

  • Leads engineering systems through safety, reliability, maintainability, human systems integration, and risk factor evaluation into a preferred configuration to ensure mission success

  • Works directly with customers to resolve 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

  • 8+ years systems engineering experience

  • Experience supporting customer engineering activities

  • Strong understanding of systems integration and verification

  • Ability to communicate technical information clearly

  • Experience working with cross functional teams

  • Proficiency in systems engineering tools and processes

  • Ability to lead and mentor junior engineers

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • Master’s degree in engineering or related field

  • 10+ years of systems engineering experience

  • Experience in aerospace or space systems engineering

  • Familiarity with NASA programs and processes

  • Strong problem solving and analytical skills

  • Experience leading customer engagements

  • Knowledge of human spaceflight systems

  • Ability to work effectively in a fast paced environment

  • Excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills

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 for Senior (Level 4): $146.200.00 - $197,800.00


Applications for this position will be accepted until Jun. 10, 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 security clearance post-start. See job description for details.

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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