Associate Systems Engineer - Spacecraft Vehicle Engineer

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Las Cruces, NM, USA
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85K-115K Annually
Mid level
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The Role
Supports spacecraft ground systems and command paths by developing operational plans, analyzing mission data, maintaining system configurations, monitoring performance, executing commands, and resolving anomalies. Coordinates with management and peers to produce procedures, tools, event logs, and other operational products. The role includes specialized space vehicle qualification training, certification, testing, and integration support. It is fully onsite in Las Cruces, New Mexico, and requires an active TS/SCI clearance with an adjudicated polygraph.
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Job Description
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 Defense, Space & Security (BDS) is hiring for an Associate Systems Engineer - Spacecraft Vehicle Engineer (Level 2) to join the team in Las Cruces, NM.
At Boeing, we are all innovators on a mission to connect, protect, explore and inspire. From the seabed to outer space, you'll learn and grow, doing work that shapes the world. Find your future with us.
Position Responsibilities:
  • Ensuring integrity of the ground system and command path in support of the mission
  • Use MS-Windows or UNIX based computers for the development of the operational plan and analysis of data collected in support of planning future contacts or anomaly resolution
  • Coordination with management and peers to ensure the integrity of high quality operational products, including procedures, tools, detailed event logging, and system configuration
  • Analyze technical data, verify and sustain specific systems configuration in accordance with defined constraints and operational requirements
  • Monitor system performance and control system elements by executing commands to change the system configuration in order to achieve mission objectives. This position may support future system testing and integration requirements

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
  • Must be able to successfully complete the Space Vehicle Qualification training which requires a combination of self-study and on-the-job (OJT) training
  • This position requires the candidate to hold a TS/SCI clearance with adjudicated polygraph

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
  • 3+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Classroom or work related experience with aerospace engineering vehicles

Additional Details
  • This position requires the successful completion of a certification program
  • Selected candidate will be provided specialized training in order to learn the necessary skills related to ground and SV configuration management allowing them to obtain the necessary certifications required for this position
  • The certification requires a combination of self-study and on-the-job (OJT) training

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 & 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.
Associate (Level 2) Summary pay range: $85,000 - $115,000
Applications for this position will be accepted until Nov. 25, 2026
Education
Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required
Relocation
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.
Security Clearance
This position requires an active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) U.S. Security Clearance with an adjudicated Counterintelligence or Full Scope Polygraph (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.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, engineering technology, computer science, data science, mathematics, physics, chemistry, or a directly related equivalent degree
  • Ability to successfully complete Space Vehicle Qualification training through self-study and on-the-job training
  • Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) U.S. security clearance
  • Adjudicated Counterintelligence or Full Scope Polygraph
  • U.S. citizenship
  • Successful completion of the required certification program
  • 3+ years of related work experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Classroom or work-related experience with aerospace engineering vehicles

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  • Retirement Support — Boeing says most nonunion employees receive a dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match up to 10% of pay with immediate vesting. Eligible employees may also qualify for a student-loan-related 401(k) match feature.
  • Healthcare Strength — Medical offerings include preventive care, doctor visits, hospital care, prescription drugs, and behavioral health services, alongside dental, vision, disability, and basic life insurance. This breadth is consistently described across Boeing’s published benefits materials.
  • Parental & Family Support — Eligible employees are offered 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave. Adoption and surrogacy assistance are also described, subject to program limits and eligibility rules.

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