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Systems Engineer - (Lead or Senior)

Boeing · Albuquerque, NM, US

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Job details

Pay
$136,850 – $223,100 a year
Work mode
On-site
Level
Staff / principal
Education
Bachelor's degree
Posted
Nov 10, 2026
Last confirmed open
Nov 11, 2026
Job function
Software/Internet/AI › System Reliability & Security › Systems Engineer
Job description

About this role

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Boeing Laser and Electro-Optical Systems (LEOS) is looking for a highly skilled and adaptable Lead or SeniorSystems Engineer (Level 4 or 5)to provide Systems Engineering support on a multi-disciplinary team supporting the development of both directed energy and electro-optical systems in Albuquerque, NM.

This position supports a variety of laser and electro-optical programs for Government, Industry and internal Boeing customers

Position Responsibilities:

  • 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
  • Performs various analyses to optimize total system of systems and/or system architecture
  • Performs analyses for affordability, safety, reliability, maintainability, testability, human systems integration, survivability, vulnerability, susceptibility, system security, regulatory, certification, product assurance and other specialties quality factors into a preferred configuration to ensure mission success
  • Develops, maintains and identifies improvements for the planning, organization, implementation and monitoring of requirements management processes, tools, risk, issues, opportunity management and technology readiness assessment processes
  • Resolves cross-functional technical issues

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

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
  • This position requires an active/current U.S. Top Secret Security Clearance or equivalent (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active.)
  • Ability to work in a cross-functional team and provide mentoring
  • Systems engineering lifecycle experience

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • DOORS or similar requirements management tool experience is desired
  • Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) experience is desired
  • Laser and Electro-Optical experience are strongly desired

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.
  • Lead (Level 4) Summary pay range: $136,850 - $185,150 Senior (Level 5) Summary pay range: $164,900 - $223,100 Applications for this position will be accepted until Nov.
  • 25, 2026 Export Control Requirements: 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.

Export Control Details

US based job, US Person required

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Security Clearance

This position requires an active U.S. Top 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.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift

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.

Your Benefits

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No matter where you are in life, our benefits help prepare you for the present and the future.

  • Generous company match to your 401(k).
  • Industry-leading tuition assistance program pays your institution directly.
  • Fertility, adoption, and surrogacy benefits.
  • Up to $10,000 gift match when you support your favorite nonprofit organizations.

These programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other conditions, which may differ for employees of certain subsidiaries or business units, or union-represented employees depending on bargaining agreement terms. If this information conflicts with the program documents, the latter shall control. This material is informational only.

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