SMS Integrated Design Engineering Chief Engineer

Company: Boeing
Location: El Segundo
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

SMS Integrated Design Engineering Chief Engineer Company: The Boeing Company Boeing Space Mission Systems (SMS) is seeking a Chief Engineer who will act as the technical authority for the Integrated Design Engineering (IDE) capability in El Segundo, California . In this role you will lead a team of subject matter experts to ensure technical integrity across a broad range of spacecraft products including electrical, mechanical, and RF components and subsystems. Accountabilities for this position also include resolution of hardware anomalies as well as root cause, containment and corrective action (RCCA) implementation throughout the product lifecycle. This position reports to the Director of the SMS Integrated Design Engineering capability and acts as the IDE technical representative at key design, safety and quality review boards. Boeing is the world's largest aerospace company and leading manufacturer of commercial airplanes and defense, space and security systems. We are engineers and technicians. Skilled scientists and thinkers. Bold innovators and dreamers. Join us, and you can build something better for yourself, for our customers and for the world. Responsibilities Lead a team of Product Chief Engineers and Technical Leads to ensure technical integrity, consistency, and readiness across structures, propulsion, power, harnesses, thermal, antenna systems, and passive microwave devices Oversee and prioritize anomaly response including containment, root cause analysis, corrective action definition, verification, and closure Collaborate across SMS program CEs, Mission Assurance, Quality, Manufacturing, and adjacent capabilities to resolve technical and production issues Maintain and drive RCCA processes and continuous improvement in problem solving (BPSM, Fishbone, etc.) Provide technical authority for qualification, flight-worthiness decisions, and readiness for shipment, fueling, containerization, and launch Represent IDE leadership at design reviews, Safety & Quality Review Boards, consent meetings, ERAs, and IRTs This position is expected to be 100% onsite. 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) 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 Level 6: Typically, 20 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience or non-US equivalent qualifications. 20 years of engineering experience including spacecraft design, analysis, manufacturing and operations, or equivalent combination of education and experience Demonstrated experience with Boeing, government or industry hardware development and qualification standards Experience with application of anomaly resolution approaches such as RCCA (Root Cause, Containment, Corrective Action), “Fishbone”, and/or the BPSM (Boeing Problem Solving Method) Must be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain and hold a U.S. security clearance Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience): Experience leading technical teams and coordinating across programs, organizations and skills Experience with on-orbit anomaly resolution and verification of corrective actions. Strong stakeholder communication skills and history of representing technical positions at cross-functional review boards 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. 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 Work : This position is for 1st shift. 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. Senior Level 6 Summary pay range: $ 210,800 - $ 285,200 Language Requirements: Not Applicable Education: Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Relocation: Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Export Control Requirement: 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. Safety Sensitive: This is not a Safety Sensitive Position. Security Clearance: This position requires an active U.S. Top Secret/SCI 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. Contingent Upon Award Program This position is not contingent upon program award Shift: Shift 1 (United States of America) Stay safe from recruitment fraud! The only way to apply for a position at Boeing is via our Careers website. Learn how to protect yourself from recruitment fraud - Recruitment Fraud Warning 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. EEO is the law Boeing EEO Policy Request an Accommodation Applicant Privacy Boeing Participates in E – Verify E-Verify (English) E-Verify (Spanish) Right to Work Statement Right to Work (English) Right to Work (Spanish)

Keywords: Boeing, Santa Barbara , SMS Integrated Design Engineering Chief Engineer, Engineering , El Segundo, California