Project Engineer (Senior, Lead or Principal)

Job Description
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Boeing Defense, Space & Security is seeking a Project Engineer (Senior, Lead, or Principal) embedded within the Mission Systems Integrated Product Team on a DOD propriety to join our team in Albuquerque, NM.
The successful candidate will drive and oversee a diverse team responsible for decomposing technical information and executing a plan to assess system design and performance capabilities per mission objectives. The person selected for this position could serve as a cost account manager (CAM), technical lead engineer, and/or a senior scientist/engineer for system architect development.
Position Responsibilities:

• Leads a team comprised of various engineering disciplines (electrical optical, mechanical and systems), which may include internal and external resources and customers.
• Implements design best practices and processes based on system architecture requirements.
• Develops tests SOWs to validate system architecture requirements.
• Works with suppliers and partners to ensure compliance to requirements.
• Coordinates with customer to define key requirements and project objectives.
• Supports project management by providing coordinating development of work statement, budget, schedule and other required inputs and conducting appropriate reviews.

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
• Experience in all stages of development including systems engineering, system & subsystems design and development, system integration, modeling and simulation, and test/verification

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• 14+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• 20+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Active Top Secret clearance
• Masters Degree in Optics, Controls, or Electrical Engineering
• Experience with advanced optical systems requirements decomposition and/or product design, testing and integration.

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.
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 several 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.
Summary pay range for senior (level 4): $136,850 - $185,150
Summary pay range for lead (level 5): $164,900 - $223,100
Summary pay range for principal (level 6): $197,200 - $266,800
Applications for this position will be accepted until Mar. 24, 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. 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.