Phantom Works Mission Systems & Autonomy Lab & Test Lead

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The Boeing Company has an exciting opportunity for a Mission Systems & Autonomy Architect (Level 4/5) to lead the definition and development of Mission Systems & Autonomy Labs and Test for Phantom Works in Berkeley, MO. The Mission Systems & Autonomy Architect will work across both software and hardware integration concepts aligned with our program growth strategies. The successful candidate will offer subject matter expertise (SME) across one or more of the following areas:

• Mission Systems & Autonomy
• Specification and Integration of open architecture constructs like Open Mission Systems (OMS), Open Communication Standard (OCS); utilizing the Universal Command and Control Interface (UCI).
• Platform architecture and interface definitions in an evolving development environment.

The Phantom Works Mission Systems & Autonomy Team develops complex, highly integrated, advanced systems into autonomous platforms enabling future growth for Boeing and our customers. We need innovative engineers like you to help shape the future of military aviation by developing and integrating next generation Mission Systems capabilities as part of a very exciting and critically important autonomous systems.

Position Responsibilities:

• Lead system integration lab infrastructure, interfaces, provisions to support end to end (prototype/demo through production) integration and test capabilities.
• Lead development of Lab & Test Planning.
• Provides interdisciplinary, collaborative approach to plan, design, develop, and verify lifecycle-balanced solutions.
• Resolves cross-functional technical issues.
• Supports the design and integration of open architecture Mission Systems solutions; such as, Open Mission Systems (OMS), and Open Communication Standard (OCS).
• Analyzes supplier performance to ensure compliance with requirements.
• Researches advanced technologies for potential application to company business needs.
• Supports proposal efforts, including authoring portion of technical volume and providing estimates of required work to accomplish scope.

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options. Travel may be required up to 10% of the time; Domestically and/or Internationally depending on business needs. This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship and Special Program Access may be required. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Currently possess a Bachelor's, Master's or Doctorate of Science degree from an accredited course of study, in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry.
• Level 4: 9+ years of work-related experience with a Bachelors degree OR 7+ years of work-related experience with a Masters OR 3+ years of work-related experience with a PhD.
• Level 5: 14+ years of work-related experience with a Bachelors degree OR 12+ years of work-related experience with a Masters OR 9+ years of work-related experience with a PhD.
• 5+ years’ experience with complex mission systems development.
• 5+ years’ experience with hardware & software utilized on air vehicle, avionics, weapons, or mission systems.
• 5+ years’ experience with mission systems strategy and growth architecture roadmaps.
• Experience with integration of complex systems in lab & test environments.
• Experience with mission systems safety and certification.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• 10+ years’ engineering experience with autonomous aircraft platform mission systems.
• 10+ years’ experience with developing, documenting and maintaining complex architectures, requirements, software-to-hardware interfaces, and designs for systems.
• Experience in Level of Rigor (LOR) or Design Assurance Level (DAL) certification.
• Experience developing system requirements, verification plans, functional decomposition / allocation, and interfaces.
• Communication experience, both written and verbal, with a comfort in public speaking and frequent interactions with external customers.
• Experience with avionics integration and verification.
• Experience working with multi-discipline engineering team.
• Experience working with suppliers to ensure system integration and compliance with requirements.
• Experience working with USAF or other DOD customers.

Typical Education & Experience:

• Senior (Level 4) Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 9 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. PhD+4 years' related work experience, Master+7 years' related work experience). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.
• Senior (Level 5) Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 14 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. PhD+9 years' related work experience, Master+12 years' related work experience). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.

Relocation: This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

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.

Shift: 1st shift.

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.

Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range for Level 4: $99,000-$177,000

Summary pay range for Level 5: $119,000-$212,000

Applications for this position will be accepted until Jul. 12, 2025.

Export Control Requirements: This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R.120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Export Control Details: US based job, US Person 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 and/or 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.

Seniority level: Not Applicable

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Information Technology

Industries: Airlines and Aviation, Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing, and Defense and Space Manufacturing.