Boeing

Experienced or Lead System Architect - IAMD

Boeing$112K — $185K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, or related field
  • 5+ years of experience in Radar, Threat Analysis, or Air and Missile Defense technologies
  • Experience in a strategic R&D environment

Responsibilities

  • Support the development of system-level architecture for IAMD
  • Shape technical direction and strategic vision for the Futures Team
  • Collaborate with the lead architect on design rationale and future roadmap
  • Conduct trade studies and mission analyses
  • Assess system interactions and capability gaps
  • Translate operational needs into coherent architecture recommendations
  • Evaluate emerging technologies for impact on architecture

Benefits

  • Relocation assistance based on eligibility
  • Diverse health insurance options
  • Flexible spending and health savings accounts
  • Retirement savings plans
  • Life and disability insurance
Full Job Description
Experienced or Lead System Architect - IAMD

Position Responsibilities:
  • Support the development of system-level architecture for future IAMD concepts and capabilities
  • Assist in shaping the technical direction and strategic vision for the Futures Team
  • Work alongside the current lead architect to capture design rationale, architectural decisions, and future roadmap elements
  • Conduct and support trade studies, mission analysis, and concept exploration activities
  • Assess system interactions, interface dependencies, and capability gaps across the architecture
  • Translate operational needs and technical insights into coherent architecture recommendations
  • Help evaluate emerging technologies and their impact on future system architecture
  • Produce architecture artifacts, briefings, and decision-support materials for leadership and stakeholders


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)

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
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in Radar, Threat Analysis, Digital Signal Processing, Digital Communications, Interceptor Technologies, Drone/UAS Systems, or other technologies associated with Integrated Air and Missile Defense
  • Experience operating in a strategic technical R&D environment


Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
  • Strong background in system architecture, systems engineering, or system-of-systems analysis
  • Experience supporting technical trade studies, concept development, or future capability planning
  • Ability to understand and communicate complex technical relationships across multiple system elements
  • Strong analytical, communication, and decision-making skills
  • Ability to work independently while learning from and collaborating closely with a senior architect
  • Experience in digital signal processing theory, including the application of fundamental digital signal processing techniques
  • System test experience including test design, implementation, and execution for breadboard and brassboard hardware
  • Familiarity with multiple programming languages and development environments (C++, ADA, Python, etc.) in an Agile environment
  • Experience with prototyping, testing, and troubleshooting hardware with standard lab equipment
  • Experience in formal technical writing (i.e. Whitepapers, Tech-Notes, Technical Journals, and Research Reports)
  • Experience in technology readiness level (TRL) maturation of novel technologies and concepts


Conflict of Interest:

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Shift:
This is a 1st shift position.

Total Rewards & Pay Transparency:
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:

Level 3: $112,200 - $151,800

Level 4: $136,850 - $185,150

Language Requirements:
Not Applicable

Education:
Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent

Relocation:
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Export Control Requirement:
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. a7120.62 is required. "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Safety Sensitive:
This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.

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.

Contingent Upon Award Program
This position is not contingent upon program award

Shift:
Shift 1 (United States of America)

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