Mid-Level Deputy Systems Engineering, Integration & Test (SEIT) Manager | Evolved Strategic SATCOM (ESS)

Job Description

Job Description

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Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) Space Mission Systems (SMS) division is seeking an Mid-Level Systems Engineering, Integration & Test (SEIT) Manager to join our team in support of the Evolved Strategic SATCOM (ESS) from El Segundo, CA.

In this role, you will be a leader of a high performance SEIT team interacting with customers, suppliers, program management, integration and test engineers, and senior technologists. The candidate will demonstrate the ability to provide high impact, creative solutions to complex technical problems, the ability to work as part of a large team, and the ability to provide critical support and independent review of the work of teammates. The successful candidate will develop and efficiently execute a set of integrated SEIT plans and technical artifacts that will enable the program to meet the technical performance parameters and mission success.

Position Responsibilities:

• Program execution responsibilities include:
  • Plan and manage SEIT work scope (technical, cost, schedule, and risk).
  • Work with the SEIT Leader to actively manage the IPT to drive decisions, design development, and requirements to ensure program milestones are met.
  • Work with the SEIT Leader to actively manage the IPT cost and schedule performance per baseline plan.
  • Provide headcount variance and milestones status as appropriate for weekly, monthly, and quarterly reporting to program and ensure visibility to management where appropriate to deal with systematic issues.
  • Address IPT level earned value and compile/manage scope growth that deviates from the baseline.
  • Support quarterly EAC process and review impacts with program and functional management.
  • Resolve technical issues in a timely manner and per schedule commitment.
  • Close out action items per schedule commitment.
  • Report program risks, seek opportunities to save cost/reduce schedule, and contribute to a positive and effective work environment.
  • Interface with diverse program and customer teams.
• Functional management responsibilities include:
  • Provide functional leadership to a group of 15-20 SEIT engineers supporting the ESS Program.
  • Coach, counsel, mentor, and provide developmental opportunities for employees.
  • Perform employee performance management, hiring, retention, awards/recognition, and goal setting.
  • Execute critical program staffing and redeployment activities.
  • Development and execution of a robust training and development plan.
  • Development of employee engagement activities to motivate and engage the workforce.
  • Manage and enforce critical SEIT processes and standards.
• The ideal candidate will excel in both the engineering technical acumen/excellence required for this role while being an engaging and motivating people leader, including committing to:
  • Prioritizing the development and career growth of his/her employees and team.
  • Inspiring and empowering your team through collaboration, communication, and caring.
  • Building and nurturing an inclusive culture by seeking out different perspectives, speaking up with ideas or concerns, and actively listening to teammates and stakeholders.
  • Ensuring a psychologically safe work environment where employees can freely and proactively raise safety, quality, and schedule concerns as soon as they are known.

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at the listed location.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor of Science from an accredited course of study, in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), computer science, data science, mathematics, physics, chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement.
• Direct experience with Space Systems Engineering groups.
• 5+ years leading multi-disciplined complex engineering projects across multiple organizations.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Experience in satellite system design, development, or test
• Experience with systems engineering processes.
• Excellent communications skills, verbal and written.
• Ability to effectively communicate at all levels of management, customers, and partners.
• Master of Science in an engineering discipline.
• Previous management experience.
• Ability to build a safe environment of inclusion, transparency, and trust.
• Leadership skills to lead and influence positive outcomes.
• Previous experience in leading, mentoring, and engaging individuals and teams.
• Experience providing active mentorship and career guidance.
• Can up-level existing team by hiring high performance talent, growing leaders and helping underperforming members.
• Can gain trust of team and provide guidance for their careers.

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: $166,600 - $225,400

Applications for this position will be accepted until Sept. 05, 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

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/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.

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.