Systems Engineer (Systems Engineering Engineer-General)

Boeing•Richardson, TX

1d•$119,850 - $197,800•Onsite

About The Position

The Boeing Company’s Defense, Space & Security organization is seeking a Senior/Mid-Level Systems Engineer for its Advanced Airborne Sensor (AAS) In-Service and Project Engineering team in Richardson, Texas. The role supports the Advanced Airborne Sensor, a multifunction radar used on the P-8 Poseidon, and works at a client site. The team supports production, sustainment, modification, and improvement efforts for military and commercial derivative aircraft. The engineer works with maintenance teams, engineering, quality, operations, suppliers, program management, contracts, estimating, and customers to resolve technical issues and execute program objectives. The position provides technical support for aircraft issues and equipment sustainment, including identifying root causes, recommending corrective actions, and helping return aircraft to service safely and efficiently. Work includes developing and maintaining technical documentation, coordinating technical issue resolution with suppliers and internal teams, monitoring equipment readiness and reliability, and supporting process improvements. The position is expected to be 100% onsite at a client location. An active U.S. Top Secret security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required for the clearance, and the position must meet U.S. export control requirements. Boeing will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Requirements

Currently hold an active U.S. Top Secret security clearance; the posting states that a clearance active within the past 24 months is considered active.
Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, or Chemistry; the education section also states Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent.
Level 3: 5 or more years of related work experience.
Level 4: 9 or more years of related work experience.
Meet U.S. export control requirements as a U.S. Person; the posting specifies U.S. citizenship for the required security clearance.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience in equipment support, maintenance engineering, repair management, or technical operations.
Demonstrated ability to work with suppliers and cross-functional teams.
Experience developing technical documentation and troubleshooting procedures.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage technical issues, risks, and competing priorities.
Experience with equipment sustainment, depot or field support, or lifecycle maintenance.
Experience leading technical interchange meetings with suppliers or customers.
Familiarity with root cause analysis, corrective action processes, and reliability improvement methods.
Understanding of configuration management, technical data, and maintenance documentation practices.
Experience supporting mechanical systems, assemblies, or ground/support equipment.
Proven ability to influence outcomes without direct authority.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot mechanical- and electrical-related aircraft issues.
Analyze aircraft discrepancies, fault messages, maintenance logs, and operational data to determine root causes.
Provide maintenance personnel with technical guidance during aircraft-on-ground events and in-service issues.
Review technical manuals, wiring diagrams, service bulletins, engineering orders, and other technical documentation.
Develop and validate repair plans, troubleshooting procedures, and corrective action recommendations.
Coordinate with design, structures, systems, and field support teams to resolve complex technical issues.
Document findings, workarounds, and resolutions in technical reports and maintenance records.
Support investigations into recurring defects and reliability trends.
Work with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to resolve equipment performance, repair, and sustainment issues.
Develop, review, and maintain troubleshooting procedures, repair instructions, maintenance guidance, support plans, and engineering reports.
Conduct technical interchange meetings with suppliers, engineering teams, maintenance teams, and program stakeholders.
Track and manage risks, issues, and opportunities related to equipment readiness, reliability, schedule, cost, and technical performance.
Facilitate structured problem-solving, including root cause analysis and corrective action planning.
Evaluate supplier technical performance and coordinate resolution of technical and quality issues.
Ensure documentation and support materials comply with engineering standards, maintenance requirements, and operational needs.
Monitor equipment status, identify supportability gaps, and recommend improvements.
Support process improvement initiatives to enhance equipment reliability, maintainability, and lifecycle efficiency.