
Lead Engineer (Sustainment Program)
Job Description
Company:
The Boeing CompanyBoeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) is looking for a Sustainment Program Lead Engineer (Level 5) to join our team in El Segundo, California.
As a Sustainment Program Lead Engineer, you will support the customer on maintaining and monitoring vehicle fleet in operations; Provide factory expertise and recommendations to the customer; Develop new operations to meet customers needs; Be a part of our passionate and highly-motivated team who are excited to be on the forefront of modern spaceflight.
Position Responsibilities:
Customer Interface for providing status/updates to cost, schedule and inputs based on customers Statement of Work
Manage team and staffing for sustainment program
Manage cost and budget for sustainment program
Support program director
Provide and review technical engineering factory recommendations to customer for fleet or vehicle operations
First responder for Support fleet issues or signatures (24/7)
This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.
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
10+ years of experience working with Real-time Satellite or Space Systems Operations
Must be willing and able to be on call for 24/7 support
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
14+ years of experience working with Real-time Satellite or Space Systems Operations
Active Top Secret/SCI Security Clearance
Program or Project Management experience
Cost Accounting Management experience
Root Cause Corrective Action experience
Team Leadership experience
Strong general System Engineering background
Conflict of Interest:
Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
Relocation:
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility. Basic relocation will be offered for eligible internal candidates.
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.
Pay and 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.
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: $176,800 – $239,200
Language Requirements:
Not ApplicableEducation:
Bachelor's Degree or EquivalentRelocation:
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.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 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. Top Secret/SCI Clearance Post-Start is required.Visa Sponsorship:
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.Contingent Upon Award Program
This position is not contingent upon program awardShift:
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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.
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Job Details
- Category
- Aerospace Engineering
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Location
- El SegundoEl Segundo, CA
- Posted
- Apr 5, 2026, 08:00 PM
- Listed
- Apr 6, 2026, 04:57 PM
- Compensation
- $176,800 - $239,200 per year
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