Systems Engineer (Experienced or Lead)

About the Team

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. Our St. Louis-based teams (located in Berkeley, Hazelwood, and Saint Charles) are responsible for the development, production, training, and sustainment of some of the most advanced defense and weapon systems in the world. These teams support a broad range of platforms, including Fighters/Tactical (F-47, F-15, F/A-18, F-22, T-7A), Autonomous Systems (MQ-25), Precision Engagement Systems (JDAM, SDB), and other advanced proprietary systems like Phantom Works and platforms such as the AH-64, P-8, and C-17.

We are committed to fostering an environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive, offering great opportunities for professional growth. Our teams are currently hiring for a broad range of Systems Engineering disciplines, from Experienced to Lead levels, focusing on architecture, integration, reliability, human factors, and operations analysis.

About the Role

You will lead systems engineering efforts on new development, production, and sustainment programs, ensuring alignment with program goals and objectives. This role involves translating customer and operational needs into system performance requirements and guiding cross-functional teams to define and maintain system requirements, interfaces, behaviors, and verification criteria for complex systems.

In this position, you will perform critical analyses regarding affordability, safety, reliability, and security to achieve mission success. You will run design reviews and technical assessments to recommend improvements to system performance and reliability. Additionally, you will lead the program in implementing the latest Systems Engineering methodologies, such as Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), and mentor engineers across the program in SE tools, techniques, planning, and strategy.

Work Environment & Requirements

This position is expected to be 100% onsite with no hybrid or remote options; the selected candidate must work onsite at one of the listed St. Louis location options. Travel may be required domestically and/or internationally depending on business needs. This role requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance, for which U.S. Citizenship is mandatory. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance post-start is required, and special program access or other government access requirements may apply.

Hiring Process & Application

Applications for this position will be accepted until June 15, 2026. The Boeing 401(k) plan offers a best-in-class match, contributing dollar-for-dollar up to 10% of eligible pay with immediate 100% vesting, and includes a Student Loan Match for eligible employees.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law. We strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that attracts, engages, and retains top talent, including competitive base pay, variable compensation, and a variety of benefit programs.