Systems Verification & Validation Engineer (Lead or Senior)

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 and Security (BDS) is looking for a Lead or Senior Verification and Validation Systems Engineer to join our team in Albuquerque, NM developing new advanced concepts on a DOD propriety program. The position will be embedded within Systems Engineering Integration & Test (SEIT) supporting the entire product life cycle of the program through requirements derivation and development, design, procurement, integration, test, verification and validation.
Our team is currently hiring for a broad range of experience levels including lead senior level engineers.
Position Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and execution of verification and validation (V&V) plans, procedures and test activities required for subsystem, product and component testing and reporting.
• Define subsystem verification strategies based on program requirements using structured verification methodologies.
• Lead subsystem level integration and test activities.
• Lead test readiness reviews, integration readiness reviews, and technical interchange meetings.
• Ensure system performance meets mission and program requirements.
• Understand and articulate risks and opportunities to program leadership to support decision making.
• Analyze and document test results, discrepancies and corrective actions.

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+ years of experience with systems integration, verification, validation, ICDs, risk, issues and opportunities management and/or trade studies
• Experience with a combination of the following: developing hardware verification plans, test procedures and test environments, executing test procedures, and/or documenting test results
• Experience to troubleshooting technical system issues

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills & Experience):

• Level 5: 14+ years of experience with systems integration, verification, validation, ICDs, risk, issues and opportunities management and/or trade studies
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Understanding of Systems Engineering product development lifecycle
• Experience with CAMEO or other model-based system engineering (MBSE/SysML) tools
• Background in hardware and/or software integration
• Experience with requirements management and traceability tools (i.e. DOORS)

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 lead (level 4): $136,850 - $185,150
Summary pay range for senior (level 5): $164,900 - $223,100
Applications for this position will be accepted until Sept. 17, 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. Top 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.