Boeing

Senior Systems Engineer

Boeing$127K — $172K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
  • Minimum 9 years of experience in systems engineering within regulated industries.
  • Expertise in systems engineering lifecycle activities like requirements development and risk management.
  • Proficiency with systems engineering tools such as DOORS and Excel-based planning tools.

Responsibilities

  • Lead development and integration of system requirements and architectures.
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams for system design and implementation.
  • Develop and execute verification and validation plans, including flight test support.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to manage evolving system requirements.
  • Manage risk assessments to ensure safety and compliance.
  • Provide mentorship to engineering teams and promote continuous improvement.
  • Document system designs and analyses for decision-making and reviews.

Benefits

  • Relocation assistance based on eligibility.
  • Comprehensive health insurance options and retirement savings plans.
  • Paid and unpaid time off programs, including parental leave and vacation.
  • Flexible spending and health savings accounts for medical expenses.
Full Job Description
Senior Systems Engineer

Position Responsibilities
  • Lead the development, analysis, and integration of complex system requirements and architectures, ensuring alignment with customer and regulatory expectations.
  • Coordinate cross-functional engineering teams to deliver seamless system design, implementation, and verification solutions.
  • Develop and execute system verification and validation plans, including support for flight test activities and certification efforts.
  • Collaborate closely with customers, stakeholders, and suppliers to capture, clarify, and manage evolving system requirements.
  • Lead risk assessment and mitigation strategies to uphold system safety, reliability, and compliance.
  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering teams, fostering professional growth and continuous improvement.
  • Document system designs, trade studies, and technical analyses to support informed decision-making and program reviews.
  • Support certification, compliance, and production readiness activities in coordination with cross-organizational partners.


This position is 100% onsite in Oklahoma City, OK.

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance, for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance post-start is required.

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 9 years' professional experience in systems engineering or related technical roles within aerospace, defense, or similarly regulated industries.
  • Demonstrated expertise in systems engineering lifecycle activities, including requirements development, architecture design, verification & validation, and risk management.
  • Proficiency with systems engineering tools such as DOORS, Excel-based planning tools, and Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) methodologies.


Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)
  • Experience with interface control documents (ICDs), functional and logical architecture development, and systems specification.
  • Proficiency in System Architecture and Modeling tools such as CAMEO/MSOSA and IBM DOORS.
  • Expertise in requirements management, verification & validation, and traceability techniques and tools.
  • Proven skills in risk, issue, and opportunity management within complex engineering programs.
  • Experience leading system design reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR) and managing technical milestone gate processes.
  • Hands-on experience with systems integration and test, including lab, ground, and flight test environments.
  • Familiarity with Airworthiness and Certification regulations (FAA, EASA, Military).
  • INCOSE Certification or equivalent professional credential is strongly preferred.
  • Demonstrated success in mentoring and leading early to mid-career engineers, fostering a collaborative and high-performance team environment.


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 are met as outlined in our policies.

Shift Work Statement:
This position is for 1st shift.

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage, and retain 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: $127,500 - 172,500

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. #120.62 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 the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

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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Boeing Careers

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