Senior Systems Engineer

Job Description

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The Boeing International Space Station (ISS) Program organization is seeking an energetic Senior Systems Engineer to join the team based in Houston, TX
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In this role, the Senior Systems Engineer will lead the ISS sustaining engineering teams and provide critical support for on‑orbit operations. This position offers a unique opportunity to lead fast‑paced teams tackling complex technical challenges in support of human spaceflight. As a Mission Evaluation Room (MER) Manager, you will engage with all levels of management and engineering across the NASA ISS program, the Boeing ISS program, NASA Engineering, NASA Flight Operations, and NASA Payloads organizations.

The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication, technical integration, and relationship‑building skills.

• Applies an interdisciplinary, collaborative approach to plan, design, develop and verify complex lifecycle balanced system of systems and system solutions.
• Evaluates customer/operational needs to define and coordinate system performance requirements, integrate technical parameters and assure compatibility of all physical, functional and program interfaces.
• Leads engineering systems through safety, reliability, maintainability, human systems integration, and risk factor evaluation into a preferred configuration to ensure mission success.
• Works directly with customers to resolve cross‑functional technical issues.

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or a non‑US equivalent qualification directly related to the work statement.
• 8+ years of systems engineering experience.
• Experience supporting customer engineering activities.
• Strong understanding of systems integration and verification.
• Ability to communicate technical information clearly.
• Experience working with cross‑functional teams.
• Proficiency in systems engineering tools and processes.
• Ability to lead and mentor junior engineers.

• Master’s degree in engineering or related field.
• 10+ years of systems engineering experience.
• Experience in aerospace or space systems engineering.
• Familiarity with NASA programs and processes.
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills.
• Experience leading customer engagements.
• Knowledge of human spaceflight systems.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills.

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

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.

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a total rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the benefits 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.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Summary pay range for Senior (Level 4): $ – $.

Applications for this position will be accepted until Jun. 10, 2026
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