Boeing

Senior/LeadSystemsEngineer

$146–198k Everett, Washington, United States FULL TIME
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The Brief

“Senior/Lead Systems Engineer at Boeing. Skills: Systems engineering, Requirements management, Integration, Test campaigns. Lead airplane-level and system-level integration of hardware and. Lead requirements development, management, validation, and verification efforts”

What You'll Achieve.

Ensure first-time quality; Support design, integration, and troubleshooting; Ensure seamless cross-system integration; Drive continuous improvement

Industry & Context.

Problems you'll solve

Troubleshooting; Root cause analysis

Eligibility Requirements

Ability to obtain US Security Clearance, US Citizenship required, Interim U. S. Secret Clearance Pre-Start, Final U. S. Secret Clearance Post-Start

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, 9+ years of related experience, Ability to obtain a US Security Clearance, US Citizenship required

Nice to Have

14+ years of related experience, Master’s in systems engineering, Experience with military aircraft development, integration, or sustainment, Knowledge of air-to-air refueling systems, Understanding of systems safety, reliability, and airworthiness certification processes, Familiarity with lab integration environments (HIL/SIL), Familiarity with simulation-based test, Current or previous DoD Secret clearance, Familiarity with requirements management tools (DOORS or equivalent), Working knowledge of model-based systems engineering concepts and practices, USAF Tankers programmatic or operational experience, Experience with aircraft systems, avionics, or mission systems integration, Experience leading systems engineering efforts to identify, assess, and mitigate risks from Diminishing Manufacturing Sources and Material Shortages (DMSMS) across product lifecycles, Experience integrating DMSMS monitoring tools and obsolescence databases into product data management systems, Experience with establishing metrics and dashboards for obsolescence exposure, mitigation status, and program health

What You'll Do.

Lead airplane-level and system-level integration of hardware and

Lead requirements development

and verification efforts

Coordinate requirements definition

Mentor and coach others on systems engineering best

Partner with SEIT leadership team as a systems

Apply knowledge of airplane systems to support design

Develop and maintain Concept of Operations (CONOPS)

Plan and execute ground and flight test campaigns

Utilize model-based systems engineering concepts and practices to

Serve on test and operations consoles during lab

Support troubleshooting

and corrective action

Collaborate with avionics

Provide input to design reviews

Drive continuous improvement in integration processes

Demonstrate leadership in cross-functional teams

guiding technical discussions

Communicate effectively with engineering teams

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Multi-disciplinary teams; Cross-functional teams; Engineering teams; Program management; Customer teams

Communication Scope

Technical writing; Presentations

Full Job Description

Senior/Lead Systems Engineer **Company:** The Boeing Company The Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) KC-46 Tanker Program is seeking a **Systems Engineer** to lead requirements, verification, and integration efforts for next-generation air refueling applications. This position is based in Everett, Washington, and reports to the Systems Engineering Manager of the KC-46 Systems Engineering team. **This role will be 100% onsite in Everett, WA.** The KC-46 is a high-visibility, leading-edge commercial derivative airplane program supporting the United States Air Force and international customers. As a Systems Engineer, you will play a critical role in the integration, test, and operation of the KC-46A Pegasus, the U.S. Air Force’s next-generation aerial refueling and mobility aircraft. You will work across multi-disciplinary teams to ensure that the aircraft’s complex systems—including aerial refueling, avionics, flight controls, communications, and mission systems—are successfully integrated, tested, and delivered to the warfighter. This position provides a unique opportunity to combine systems engineering discipline, airplane systems knowledge, and hands-on integration/test operations, directly supporting Boeing’s mission to enable global reach for the U.S. and allied forces. **Position Responsibilities:** * Lead airplane-level and system-level integration of hardware and software for KC-46 mission and refueling systems. * Lead requirements development, management, validation, and verification efforts across the program. * Coordinate requirements definition, traceability, validation, and verification for the KC-46 Program across systems engineering, IPTs, design, test, and customer teams to ensure first-time quality. * Mentor and coach others on systems engineering best practices and engineering knowledge. * Partner with SEIT leadership team as a systems engineering technical leader to grow SEIT's capability, authority, and quality across the KC-46 Program. * Apply

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