Senior Systems Engineer – Seeker Testing - Patriot Advanced Capability-3 (PAC3)

Boeing • Huntsville, AL

12d • $136,850 - $185,150 • Onsite

About The Position

The Boeing Company is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer for Seeker Testing on the Patriot Advanced Capability-3 (PAC-3) program in Huntsville, Alabama. The role is part of the Seeker Integrated Product Team and defines seeker-level testing and interfaces across production, capacity expansion, and development programs. The successful candidate partners with production and test engineers to establish the requirements and interfaces for testing the seeker system in factory chambers, supporting technical excellence and PAC-3 Seeker integration.

The PAC-3 is an air-defense missile system designed to counter tactical ballistic missiles, cruise missiles, and advanced aircraft. Boeing is the original engineering manufacturer of the seeker, which provides active data that enables the missile to acquire, intercept, and destroy threats using hit-to-kill technology. The Seeker team is cross-functional and emphasizes safety, execution, LEAN manufacturing, and business practices.

This is a 100% onsite, first-shift position. It requires an active U.S. Secret Security Clearance; U.S. citizenship is required for the clearance. The role must also meet U.S. export-control requirements, which require a U.S. Person as defined in the posting. Boeing will not sponsor employment visas. Relocation assistance is not negotiable, so candidates must live nearby or relocate at their own expense.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, or Chemistry, or directly related non-U.S. equivalent qualifications.
• Typically 9 or more years of related work experience, or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience, or non-U.S. equivalent qualifications.
• At least 3 years of Systems Engineering experience related to test requirement and interface definition.
• Strong understanding of systems engineering principles, methodologies, and tools, such as Model-Based Systems Engineering.
• Proficiency in systems integration and testing processes.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically and strategically.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Familiarity with production processes, capacity expansion, and development programs in the aerospace and defense industry.
• Active U.S. Secret Security Clearance; the posting specifies U.S. citizenship is required.
• Must meet U.S. export-control compliance requirements as a U.S. Person.
• Must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest assessment process.

Nice To Haves

• At least 3 years of experience working on RF seeker systems or related technologies.
• Experience developing test equipment.
• Bachelor's or master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related radar coursework.
• Experience verifying and validating formal test equipment.
• Experience supporting program milestones in the gating process, such as SRR, PDR, CDR, and FCA.

Responsibilities

• Derive test requirements from system-level seeker requirements.
• Develop test methodologies and interfaces, including hardware and software.
• Collaborate with design, manufacturing, and quality assurance teams to define and implement systems engineering processes and best practices.
• Develop and maintain system requirements, interface control documents, and verification and validation plans to ensure compliance with customer specifications and regulatory standards.
• Oversee integration of hardware and software components in a test environment, ensuring seamless operation and performance of the RF seeker system.
• Support production and capacity expansion initiatives by providing technical guidance and resolving engineering challenges.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership, fostering continuous improvement and innovation.
• Prepare and present technical documentation and reports to program management, engineering leadership, and other stakeholders.
• Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in systems engineering and RF seeker technologies.

Benefits

• Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and programs providing paid and unpaid time away from work.
• Competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior