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The Boeing Integrated Fires Protection Capability 2nd Interceptor (IFPC-2) program is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Systems Engineer in Huntsville, Alabama. As a Systems Engineer for IFPC-2 you will work with a multidisciplinary team of engineers to ensure the successful design and test of the IFPC-2 Interceptor to meet the performance, reliability, and safety requirements of the system. The SE team will be responsible for development and adherence of the System level requirements and the interfaces across the missile system to include interceptor, Engagement Calculator, and magazine.
Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) Integrated Fires Protection Capability 2nd Interceptor (IFPC-2) program is developing a new interceptor design. The program a mass fire ground launched air-defense missile system designed to counter intermediate threats from cruise missiles and advanced aircraft. Boeing's design combines highly mature components with new and novel designs to produce an innovative solution capable of meeting all our customers' requirements. Boeing is in competition to develop the new capability as the prime for design, manufacturing, and integration. The IFPC-2 Interceptor team is a cross functional, highly skilled, and motivated group that is focused on providing an innovative solution and demonstration of our IFPC-2 design.
Position Responsibilities:
- Supports a culture of proactive technical oversight, risk management and rapid issue resolution, providing alternative paths for issue resolution and an open dialogue on technical issues
- Develops requirements, functional architecture, and interfaces for the IFPC-2 Interceptor Subsystem
- Guide the design of products to ensure they meet both contractual requirements AND program objectives/guiding principles
- Perform system level analysis and trade studies to shape the development of the IFPC-2 System
- Guide technical path for product definition and execution
- Drive System Integration for IFPC-2 - drive coordination between IPTs and Program technical staff
- Accountable to SEIT Lead and Program Chief Engineers
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).
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
- 9 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience
- Experience with executing engineering in support of program milestone reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR, etc)
- 5+ years of engineering experience in development and production programs
- Experience presenting various levels of technical data to customers
- Fundamental knowledge of interceptor missile systems and components including radar systems, seeker CONOPs, propulsion systems, and/or missile architectures
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to analyze complex systems and troubleshoot technical issues
- Familiarity with technical proposal development
- Familiarity with HWIL and Flight Test design, equipment, and validation
- Familiarity with interceptor models & simulations
Conflict of Interest:
Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
Relocation:
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.
Shift:
This is a 1st shift position.
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.
Total Rewards & Pay Transparency:
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.
Summary pay range: $164,900 - $223,100
Applications for this position will be accepted until Oct. 30, 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
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
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.
Skills Required
- Bachelor of Science degree in engineering, engineering technology, computer science, data science, mathematics, physics, chemistry, or a directly related equivalent qualification
- 9 or more years of related work experience, or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience
- Experience executing engineering activities supporting program milestone reviews, including SRR, PDR, and CDR
- 5 or more years of engineering experience in development and production programs
- Experience presenting technical data to customers at various levels
- Fundamental knowledge of interceptor missile systems and components, including radar systems, seeker CONOPs, propulsion systems, or missile architectures
- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to analyze complex systems and troubleshoot technical issues
- Familiarity with technical proposal development
- Familiarity with HWIL and flight test design, equipment, and validation
- Familiarity with interceptor models and simulations
- Active U.S. Secret security clearance
- U.S. citizenship and U.S. Person status for export control compliance
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