Senior Systems Engineering Manager

United StatesFull-time$182k–$246kPosted Jul 23, 2026
Senior Systems Engineering Manager

Company:

The Boeing Company

Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS), Boeing’s Space Mission Systems (SMS) Systems Engineering, Integration & Test Capability, is seeking a Senior Systems Engineering Manager (Level L) to join the portfolio of Strategic Space Communication Programs in El Segundo, California.

The selected candidate will be responsible for leading an interdisciplinary team of Ground Systems Engineers and Software Engineers in the design, development, and integration of a Command & Control (C2) software application. You will be a leader of a high-performance systems engineering team interacting with customers, suppliers, program management, integration and test engineers and senior technologists.

The ideal candidate will have a background in systems engineering and/or software development and be experienced with cost, schedule, and performance responsibilities.  You will need to be an open and inclusive leader partnering with other Boeing business functional areas, engineering capabilities, and program leadership.

Position Responsibilities:   

  • Manages employees performing engineering and technical activities in the area of Systems Engineering

  • Develops and executes integrated organizational plans, policies and procedures, and guides the development of business and technical strategies, goals, and objectives

  • Acquires resources for organizational activities, provides technical management of suppliers, and leads process improvements

  • Develops and maintains relationships and partnerships with customers, stakeholders, peers, partners, and direct reports

  • Provides oversight and approval of technical approaches, products, and processes

  • Manages, develops, and motivates employees

  • The ideal candidate will excel in both the engineering technical acumen/excellence required for this role while being an engaging and motivating people leader, including committing to:

    • Prioritizing the development and career growth of his/her employees and team

    • Inspiring and empowering your team through collaboration, communication, and caring

    • Building and nurturing an inclusive culture by seeking out different perspectives, speaking up with ideas or concerns, and actively listening to teammates and stakeholders

    • Ensuring a psychologically safe work environment where employees can freely and proactively raise safety, quality, and schedule concerns as soon as they are known

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

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 

  • 8+ years of experience in a technical leadership or management role

  • Must be willing to work travel domestically up to 10% of the time

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • Experience with Agile Development Programs

  • Experience with Earned-Value Management Systems (EVMS)

  • Experience with Systems Engineering for Ground Applications

  • Experience working with USG Customers

  • Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams

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. Note: Basic relocation will be offered for eligible internal candidates.

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.

Pay and Benefits:

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: $181,900 - $246,100

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 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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