Job Description

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The Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) organization, Space and Launch Division has an exciting opportunity for a First Level, System Engineering Manager supporting the Space Based Space Surveillance (SBSS) and Red LAN programs in Colorado Springs, Colorado.  

Both SBSS and Red LAN programs support the United States Space Force, Space Surveillance Network (SSN) providing critical Space Domain Awareness (SDA) data to our war fighters.

This is a highly rewarding and dynamic position that helps manage and technically lead a multi-skilled team of professionals.  In this position you will be responsible for; program execution, systems engineering, satellite operations, ground system operations & & sustainment, product development, personnel development and more.  This is a classified Space Force mission program, critical to our national defense.

Position Overview: 

The System Engineer Manager will act as the SBSS Deputy Program Manager reporting directly to the SBSS Program Manager.  This position is part of a small high-performing team that is engaged in key United States Government proprietary space programs working in the area of Space Superiority.  

SBSS/Red LAN is a US Space Force operational asset that is operated at Schriever SFB (SSFB), located 15 miles from the Boeing program depot. The Boeing depot provides operational and sustainment support to the program as well as office space for the Boeing Team.   This position requires routine local travel to the operational location at SSFB to interface with our customer and the Boeing team members directly supporting day to day mission execution.

Position Responsibilities:

• Serves as Deputy Program manager for the SBSS and Red LAN programs supporting the SBSS Program Manager in the fulfilment of SBSS and Red LAN program requirements

• Serves as the Co-Chair for Internal Readiness Review Board (IRRB), Design Reviews, Program Reviews, etc.

• Develops and maintains relationships and partnerships with customers, stakeholders, peers, partners and direct reports

• Performs management duties supporting an engineering/technical team executing on a series of programs in the area of Space Superiority

• Develops and presents program status reports

• Manages priorities and improves processes in a small team environment.

• Fills program positions (hires) and assigns program personnel duties & responsibilities

• Supports 24/7 technical response for anomaly resolution.

This position requires an active Top-Secret U.S. Security Clearance (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active.) with the ability to obtain a Top Secret/Sensitive Compartment Information (TS/SCI) security clearance and program accesses (post-start).

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills / Experience):

• Bachelor, Master or Doctorate of Science degree from an accredited course of study, in engineering, computer science, mathematics, or physics.

• 5+ years’ experience with Systems Engineering.

• 5+ years’ experience working with Department of Defense (DoD) organizations, projects and/or programs.

• 3 years+ experience working on aerospace programs.

Relocation:

This position is located in a location that does not offer relocation.  Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.

Referral Bonus:

Referral to this job is eligible for bonus

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.

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.