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Tactical RF Sensors Subsystem Lead Engineer
Job Description
Join Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) as a Tactical RF Sensors Subsystem Lead Engineer in Berkeley, MO. You will be a key player in a fast-paced, proprietary Air Dominance Fixed Wing program, responsible for leading the development and integration of complex, highly integrated radio frequency (RF) sensor systems. This role offers the opportunity to work in an agile development environment, mature products, and collaborate across multiple disciplines, with significant potential for professional growth into a leadership position. What You'll Be Doing as a Lead Engineer Coordinate daily engineering team activities using agile toolsets (JIRA, Confluence, etc.) Provide technical leadership and drive technical excellence for all scope of work within the subsystem team Oversee and approve technical approaches and engineering of the subsystem team Work with customers to develop and document complex electronic and electrical system requirements Analyze and translate requirements into system, hardware, and software designs and interface specifications Test and validate radio frequency (RF) systems to ensure designs meet operational and functional requirements Manage and monitor supplier performance for system integration and compliance Solve problems and provide support for fielded hardware and software over the entire product lifecycle Research specific technology advances for potential application to company business needs Utilise model-based systems engineering (MBSE) for hardware, software, and performance model development, requirements development, interfaces definition, and traceability Perform hardware and software development, integration, test, and validation/verification Integrate radio frequency (RF) sensors Develop supplier requirements, evaluate technology, and integrate across multi-disciplined engineering teams Evaluate, integrate, analyze, and test prototype hardware and software in a lab setting Act as the primary interface between program leadership, suppliers, and customers What We Offer You Competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities Opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs Health insurance Flexible spending accounts Health savings accounts Retirement savings plans Life and disability insurance programs Paid and unpaid time away from work Best-in-class 401(k) plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 10% of eligible pay Immediate 100% vesting in 401(k) contributions Student Loan Match program for 401(k) contributions What We Offer You Boeing offers a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to attract and retain top talent, including competitive base pay and variable compensation. Eligible employees can access a variety of benefit programs such as health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, and life and disability insurance. The company also provides programs for both paid and unpaid time away from work. A standout feature is the best-in-class 401(k) plan, which matches contributions dollar-for-dollar up to 10% of eligible pay with immediate 100% vesting, alongside a Student Loan Match program. Who We're Looking For We are seeking a highly experienced Tactical RF Sensors Subsystem Lead Engineer with a Bachelor of Science degree in a relevant engineering or scientific field and at least 9 years of related work experience. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in tactical RF sensors, including radar, communication, or electronic warfare systems, and proven experience leading engineering teams. Familiarity with Department of Defense Certification activities, model-based systems engineering tools like Cameo, and agile/scrum methodologies is highly desirable. You should also possess experience in developing requirements, ensuring traceability, and conducting lab test and verification activities for RF sensors. A current Tier 5 security clearance or willingness to enter a Continuous Evaluation program is required. Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Aeronautical), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, or equivalent 9+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of related work experience and technical education Experience working on tactical RF sensors, including radar, communication, or electronic warfare systems Experience leading a team of engineers Experience with Department of Defense Certification activities Experience working in Cameo or similar model-based systems engineering tools Experience developing requirements and applicable traceability Experience working on development programs using agile/scrum methodology Experience with lab test and verification activities for RF sensors Current Tier 5 (T5) security clearance (U.S. Citizenship required) or willingness to enter a Continuous Evaluation program Why Join Our Team? Potential signing bonus for eligible/qualified external candidates Relocation assistance based on candidate eligibility Work on a proprietary Air Dominance Fixed Wing program Opportunity to operate in an agile development environment Develop engineering skills with potential growth into a leadership role 1st shift work schedule Lead RF Sensor Innovation for Air Dominance Join Boeing as a Tactical RF Sensors Subsystem Lead Engineer and spearhead the development and integration of complex RF sensor systems for a cutting-edge Air Dominance program. This role offers the chance to lead a cross-functional team, innovate with next-generation open-architecture designs, and significantly impact critical defence efforts. Advance your career in a dynamic environment with excellent benefits and growth opportunities.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Other Retirement and Savings
- Health Insurance