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Systems Engineer (Mid-Level or Senior)

Houston, Texas Job ID JR2026490392 Category Engineering - Systems Role Type Onsite Post Date Jan. 29, 2026
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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 Defense, Space & Security (BDS), International Space Station (ISS) team, is seeking a Systems Engineer (Mid-Level or Senior) to join the team in Houston, Texas.

The selected candidate, carrying the title of Payload Integration Manager (PIM), will develop and help negotiate unique Payload Integration Agreements (PIAs) defining program-level key agreements, roles, unique Program services, provisioned Government Furnished Equipment (GFE) hardware, and deviations from standard agreements. Additional responsibilities include maintaining standard integration agreements throughout the lifecycle of the specific payload. 

Position Responsibilities:

  • Planning and facilitating payload specific technical interchange meetings between the Payload Developer (PD) and International Space Station Program (ISSP) personnel to coordinate payload integration requirements across multiple disciplines for the full life cycle of a payload: launch, on-orbit, and return

  • Integrating the technical parameters to assure compatibility of ISSP interfaces and requirements

  • Helping negotiate programmatic agreements for payload ground handling, launch, and operations within an ISS Increment

  • Maintaining unique payload integration schedules

  • Assisting PDs with the Safety Review process; and potential support to real-time payload operations issue resolution

  • Responsible to status the ISSP and provide risk based assessments as the PD proceeds through the integration process culminating in both flight and operational readiness

  • Support with continuous process and product improvement initiatives.

  • Resolves cross-functional technical issues

  • Additional assignments could include the development, integration, and operations of Boeing sponsored ISS payloads; and the performance of systems engineering tasks for new business

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

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

  • Knowledge of Systems Engineering best practices, including risk management, requirements, and verification

  • Excellent communication skills with a proven ability to collaborate effectively across teams

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

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

  • ISS experience in an integration role – payloads, subsystems, or real time operations

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 Mid-Level (Level 3): $119,850.00 - $162,150.00

Summary pay range for Senior (Level 4): $146,200.00 - $197,800.00


Applications for this position will be accepted until Feb. 06, 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.

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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