Space Systems Engineer – Associate, Experienced

Boeing

. Coordinate internal and external stakeholders to drive development and implementation of an operational concept for a space mission .

Posted 9/30/2026full-timeUnited StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $98,600 - $162,150 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) for space programs, with a strong focus on system architecture, operational concepts, and integration of space systems. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and communicate effectively with stakeholders to drive mission success.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)Space Systems EngineeringProject Management (PMP)Cross-Functional Team CollaborationActive U.S. Top Secret/SCI Security Clearance

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Hard Skills

Systems EngineeringFunctional AnalysisSystem ArchitectureSpacecraft Mission OperationsRequirements DevelopmentTrade StudiesProblem SolvingTechnical DocumentationData AnalysisEngineering Design

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsStakeholder CoordinationLeadershipTeam CollaborationAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) ToolsEngineering SoftwareSimulation ToolsProject Management SoftwareCollaboration Platforms

Certifications & Qualifications

PMP CertificationABET Accreditation (Preferred)

Industry Keywords

Space MissionSpacecraftLaunch VehiclesAutonomous SystemsUnmanned SystemsGround Support SystemsMulti-Discipline EngineeringConflict of Interest AssessmentU.S. Export Control ComplianceEngineering Technology

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Coordinate internal and external stakeholders to drive development and implementation of an operational concept for a space mission
Serve as point of contact for customers and work with subject matter experts to identify achievable solutions meeting customer needs
Support technology integration and development of first-of-kind space vehicles and missions
Develop and present review packages to internal and external senior leadership
Drive complex system trade studies to closure
Ensure proper system architecture supports mission objectives
Perform functional analysis and decomposition for mission activities
Coordinate with diverse stakeholders to resolve cross-segment issues
Use Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools to capture system architecture and operational concept
Work with system architects, ConOps developers, fault and autonomy designers, and Recommended Operating Procedure authors
Develop solutions to previously unsolved problems within broad, minimally defined design spaces
Lead integrated efforts for aggressive development timelines

Requirements

What you’ll need

Active U.S. Top Secret/SCI security clearance; U.S. Citizenship Required
U.S. Person status required for U.S. export control compliance
1+ years of related experience for level 2; 3+ years for level 3
Experience in space systems and working with multi-discipline engineering teams
Bachelor's degree or equivalent in engineering, engineering technology, computer science, data science, mathematics, physics, chemistry, or directly related field
Ability and willingness to work occasional compensated ad hoc support outside typical business hours
Successful completion of the Company's Conflict of Interest assessment process
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status
Experience with systems or software engineering on space-based systems
Experience with architecture, ConOps and requirements for space-based systems and associated ground support systems
Master’s degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry
3+ years of systems engineering experience
2 years of project management experience; PMP
Strong spoken, written, and visual communication skills
Experience working with cross-functional teams and external customers
Experience in spacecraft, launch vehicles, autonomous systems, or unmanned systems
Experience with spacecraft mission operations
Experience applying Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) to space programs
Broad knowledge across spacecraft subsystems
Experience with spacecraft ground development
For Associate level: typically 2 or more years' related work experience or equivalent combination of technical education and experience
For Experienced level: typically 5 or more years' related work experience or equivalent combination of technical education and experience
ABET accreditation preferred but not required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities
Health insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Health savings accounts
Retirement savings plans
Life and disability insurance programs
Paid and unpaid time away from work
Relocation based on candidate eligibility
Occasional compensated ad hoc support outside of typical business hours