Lead Design and Analysis Engineer

Job Description

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Boeing Defense, Space & Security is hiring a Lead Design and Analysis Engineer in Berkeley, MO. Join a fast-paced Phantom Works program responsible for integrating highly complex system-of-systems mission capabilities across sensors, mission management, communications, networks, and weapons/effector interfaces. This role is for a senior technical contributor who will shape and lead the integration of multiple subsystems and external sources into cohesive tactical mission capabilities that perform reliably in operational environments.

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You will lead the definition, architecture, integration, and verification of mission solutions spanning payloads, distributed sensors, datalinks, mission management functions, and payloads. This position requires deep systems engineering expertise, strong SysML/MBSE capability, real-time and embedded integration experience, and the ability to influence technical direction across programs and disciplines.

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Position Responsibilities:

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  Lead system-level definition and decomposition of requirements for system-of-systems mission integration across sensors, mission management, communications, and weapons/payload interfaces.

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  Shape and maintain SysML/MBSE architecture models that capture system behavior, functional decomposition, interface definitions, requirement traceability, and verification strategy across the lifecycle.

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  Establish and drive end-to-end mission system architectures, including interdependencies, data flows, timing budgets, synchronization, operational constraints, and integration assumptions.

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  Lead integration of onboard and offboard systems, including distributed sensors, datalinks, external mission services, and partner-provided capabilities.

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  Develop and evaluate mission logic related to sensor integration, track management, mission planning, state awareness, decision support, and effect coordination.

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  Lead simulation, test, and verification strategy development; guide lab, integration, and field testing to validate system behavior against model assumptions and operational requirements.

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  Perform system-level analysis of failure modes, sensitivity, robustness, and degraded operations; define fault detection, recovery, and resilience behaviors for mission-critical architectures.

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  Use MBSE methods to drive trade studies, architecture decisions, change impact assessments, and technical reviews across the broader mission system.

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  Produce concise technical documentation supporting design decisions, model assumptions, verification results, integration artifacts, and compliance/safety evidence.

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  Communicate technical tradeoffs, risks, and recommended paths forward to leadership, customers, and cross-functional partners.

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  Serve as a key technical authority for assigned capability areas, from requirements through architecture modeling, prototype, integration, verification, optimization, deployment, and sustainment.

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  Mentor junior engineers and influence integration standards, reusable patterns, and best practices across the organization.

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  Represent the program in technical reviews, demonstrations, and stakeholder engagements as a recognized subject matter expert.

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Basic Qualifications (Required Skills and Experience):

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  Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus in Electrical, Mechanical or Aeronautical), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement

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  14+ years of related work experience and a bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of related work experience and technical education

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Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills and Experience):

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  Experience working in MSOSA, or similar Model Based Systems Engineering tools

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  Experience with integration of DoD tactical platforms sensors and subsystems

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  Experience developing requirements and applicable traceability from the weapon system down to subsystems

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  Experience with avionics integration testing, analysis tools (e.g. Matlab or others), and flight test

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Conflict of Interest:

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

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Signing Bonus:

Potential signing bonus for eligible/qualified external candidates.

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Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility. Note: Basic relocation will be offered for eligible internal candidates.

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Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace (DFW) 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.

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The Boeing 401(k) helps you save for your future, with contributions from Boeing that can help you grow your retirement savings. Our best-in-class retirement benefit features:

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  Best in class 401(k) plan: we'll match your contributions dollar for dollar, up to 10% of eligible pay with Immediate 100% vesting

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  Student Loan Match: The Boeing 401(k) Student Loan Match allows eligible enrolled U.S. employees to have their qualified student loan debt payments counted, along with any match-eligible contributions they make, for purposes of determining the Company Match to employees' Boeing 401(k) accounts. 

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.  

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Summary pay range:

$164,900-$223,100

Applications for this position will be accepted until Aug. 31, 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 the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim U.S. Secret Clearance Pre-Start and final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required. This position requires ability to obtain program access, for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship only.

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.