Lead Systems Engineer at Boeing

Compensation

$176,800 – $239,200/yr

Location: Seal Beach, California · El Segundo, California
Type: Full-time, Other
Level: lead/mgmt
Posted: Sep 23, 2026

Description

Boeing Defense, Space & Security’s Experimental Systems Group is hiring a Lead Systems Engineer to work in Seal Beach or El Segundo, California. The role leads requirements development and management, system architecture, specifications, Interface Control Documents, verification planning and execution, integration, traceability, and technical reviews. Candidates need a bachelor’s degree in a related engineering or science field, an active U.S. Top Secret/SCI security clearance, U.S. citizenship, and at least 10 years of related experience, including satellite systems or space-related applications. The position offers a summary pay range of $176,800 to $239,200, relocation eligibility, and does not offer visa sponsorship.

Required Skills

Requirements management
System architecture
ICD management
Verification
Satellite systems
DSE tools

Additional Information

Minimum Education: Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, or a non-U.S. equivalent directly related to the work statement
Required Previous Experiences: 10+ years of related work experience
Experience with satellite systems or space-related applications
Preferred Qualifications: Experience applying systems thinking to complex engineering challenges
Strong presentation and communication skills
Advanced degree in a related discipline
Extensive experience developing and refining system architectures
Hands-on involvement in Internal Research and Development projects
Foundational knowledge of project management principles and methodologies
Proficiency with Digital System Engineering tools and environments
Translation Company Name: Boeing

About Boeing

Boeing

aerospace

Boeing develops, manufactures and services commercial airplanes, defense products and space systems for customers in more than 150 countries. Its offerings include commercial jetliners, military platforms and defense systems, advanced technology solutions, and service solutions for commercial, defense and space customers. Boeing employs more than 182,000 people across the United States and in more than 65 countries, and is organized into three business units: Commercial Airplanes; Defense, Space & Security; and Global Services.