Systems Engineer (Expert and Lead)

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Boeing Defense Space and Security is seekinga Systems Engineer (Expert and Lead) to lead Requirements Verification and Integration efforts for next generation air refueling applications in the Puget Sound area in support of major development programs. The position provides an opportunity to work with an experienced interdisciplinary team to develop unique systems to meet challenging requirements on air refueling development programs. This position will be based inEverett WA.

As part of Boeings Defense Space & Security organization you will play a critical role in the integration test and operation of the KC-46A Pegasus the U.S. Air Forces next-generation aerial refueling and mobility aircraft. You will work across multi-disciplinary teams to ensure that the aircrafts complex systemsincluding aerial refueling avionics flight controls communications and mission systemsare 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 Boeings 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.

• Lead requirements definition traceability validation and verification for the KC-46 Program coordinating across systems engineering IPTs design test and customer teams to ensure first-time quality.

• Apply knowledge of airplane systems (avionics refueling systems electrical power hydraulics environmental controls and flight controls) to support design integration and troubleshooting.

• Develop and maintain Concept of Operations (CONOPS) operational documentation and system use cases.

• Plan and execute ground and flight test campaigns including creation of test procedures readiness reviews and post-test analysis.

• Utilize model-based systems engineering concepts and practices (e.g. SysML Cameo) to document engineering outcomes.

• Serve on test and operations consoles during lab ground and flight test events.

• Support troubleshooting root cause analysis and corrective action for system integration issues.

• Collaborate with avionics communications refueling systems flight controls and mission systems engineering teams to ensure seamless cross-system integration.

• Provide input to design reviews safety reviews and certification activities.

• Drive continuous improvement in integration processes maintainability and operability of KC-46 systems.

• Demonstrate leadership in cross-functional teams guiding technical discussions aligning stakeholders and ensuring accountability across disciplines.

• Communicate effectively with engineering teams program management customers and leadership through clear technical writing presentations and real-time decision-making.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology) chemistry physics mathematics data science or computer science.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in systems engineering integration verification validation or test.

• Experience integrating complex system

• Strong written and verbal communication skills; demonstrated ability to lead technical discussions.

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

Preferred Qualifications

• 9 years of experience in systems engineering integration verification validation or test.

• 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) and simulation-based test.

• Current/previous DoD Secret clearance or ability to obtain.

• Familiarity with requirements management tools (DOORS or equivalent).

• Working knowledge of model-based systems engineering concepts and practices (e.g. SysML Cameo)

• USAF Tankers programmatic or operational experience.

• Experience with aircraft systems avionics or mission systems integration.

This role is 100% onsite

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 is met as outlined in our policies

Union:

This is a Union represented position.

Shift:

This position is for 1st shift.

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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 several 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.

Summary Pay Range:

Expert: $104550- $141450

Lead: $128350 - $173650

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