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Systems Engineer (Mid-Level and Senior)

Richardson, Texas; Berkeley, Missouri Job ID JR2026499872 Category Security Clearance Role Type Onsite Post Date Mar. 17, 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 is seeking a Mid-Level or Senior Systems Engineer to join us as part of our Advanced Airborne Sensor (AAS) In-Service and Project Engineering team located in Richardson, TX or Berkeley, MO.

The Advanced Airborne Sensor is a multi-function radar used on the P-8 Poseidon. The team is responsible for developing and performing engineering for production, sustainment, modification and improvements of military and commercial derivative aircraft. This position will work closely with the supply chain, suppliers, program manager, contracts, estimating, engineering, and/or customers to execute the program. In this role you integrate technical requirements and schedule demands with suppliers, coordinate engineering support throughout the lifecycle of the product, manage a diverse set of projects, and lead proposal development.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Provide technical leadership and day-to-day management of suppliers, including regular engagement with supply chain to monitor and improve supplier performance. Serve as Equipment Manager for multiple sub assemblies.
  • Build and sustain strong partnerships with suppliers, customers, stakeholders, and cross-functional peers.
  • Communicate program status, key risks, issues, and opportunities to customers and leadership, and clearly articulate required support or decisions.
  • Develop clear, compliant supplier statements of work (SSOW) for ongoing and new requirements, and lead execution to ensure on-time, on-scope delivery.
  • Collaborate with customers to define technical requirements and translate them into actionable delivery plans.
  • Generate an effective set of metrics to communicate status of contract deliverables.
  • Manage program deliverables by developing risk-mitigation strategies, tracking issues and opportunities, and monitoring baseline plans to evaluate project performance and capture lessons learned.
  • Communicate technical issues/changes via Change Control Boards and/or Chief Engineer Council
  • Resolve technical problems by coordinating between engineering, operations, and suppliers to implement effective solutions.
  • Support proposal development efforts, including competitive cost estimating, schedule development, and delivery commitments.
  • Track and report progress against cost, schedule, and technical performance using Boeing Program Management Best Practices (PMBP) and Earned Value Management (EVM).
  • Provide additional program support as needed, such as responding to Corrective Action Requests (CARs), supporting export compliance, and leading lean/process improvement initiatives.

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

Security Clearance and/ or Export Control

This position requires an active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required) and ability to obtain a Top Secret Clearance. (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active).

Security Clearance and/or Special Program Access or other Government Access requirements are mandatory for this position. Certain Special Programs require that the candidate have only U.S. Citizenship or no dual citizenship. Much of the work at The Boeing Company is of a classified nature and many positions require a security clearance, the granting of which is at the discretion of Government authorities. A final security clearance is mandatory for this position prior to start. If you cannot or do not obtain the required final Security Clearance and/or Special Program Access or other Government Access requirements in a time frame established by program management, this offer may be withdrawn. Once your clearances are granted, if they are not maintained, the result may be reassignment, reclassification, or termination of employment.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry
  • 3 or more years of related work experience I would like to remove this since it is implied in the level
  • 5 or more years of experience as a systems engineer with technical knowledge on aircraft subsystems (mechanical and/or electrical)
  • Experience managing supplier performance and/or requirements flow-down
  • Travel Up to 20% travel required

Preferred Qualifications

  • 5 or more years’ related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Excellent written and oral communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
  • Experience with customer proposals and contracting process
  • Experience in Earned Value Management

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

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.

Shift:

This position is for 1st shift. Occasional alternative shifts as need

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.

Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range for Mid-Level:  $112,200 - 162,150

Summary pay range for Senior:$136,850 - 197,800


Applications for this position will be accepted until Mar. 29, 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. 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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