F/A-18 Platform Systems Leader
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 13, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 12, 2026. Boeing scores A on the Alion truth index.
Company:
The Boeing CompanyThe Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) team has an exciting opportunity for a Platform Systems Engineering Leader to join Air Dominance, specifically the F/A-18 Program in Berkeley, MO.
We are looking for a dynamic candidate to lead an experienced team which provides Platform Systems support to all phases of the F/A-18 & E/A-18 Program including production, post-production support, and future capability development/integration.
Your duties as a Systems Engineering leader will include (but are not limited to): Managing to a performance baseline in the areas of Electrical Systems Design/Analysis, Equipment Installation, Crew Stations, Environmental Control Systems, Thermal Analysis, Landing Gear, Mechanisms, Armaments, Fuel, and Hydraulics. Specific focus on managing employees performing technical activities in the area of Electrical System Design with an emphasis on the design and analysis of electrical subsystems, wiring, and exterior lighting.
Position Responsibilities:
- Lead team performing engineering and technical activities in the area of Platform Systems.
- Manage, develop, staff and motivate a team that includes both direct report and loan in employees.
- Develop and execute integrated departmental plans, policies and procedures and provide input on departmental business and technical strategies, goals, objectives
- Acquire resources for department activities
- Provides technical management of suppliers and lead process improvement
- Develop and maintain relationships and partnerships with customers, stakeholders, peers, partners and direct reports
- Provide oversight and approval of technical approaches, products and processes
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
- Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus on Mechanical, Civil, Aerospace Aeronautical or Material Sciences)
- 5 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience
- 3+ years of experience leading teams in a formal and /or informal leadership role
- Ability to obtain a US Security Clearance for which the US Government requires US Citizenship as a condition of employment. An interim and/or final U.S. Top Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
- Experience with electrical design engineering
- 1+ years of engineering leadership experience (in lead or manager role) working on advanced fighter aircraft
Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
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.
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.
The Boeing 401(k) helps you save for your future, with contributions from Boeing that can help you grow your retirement savings. Our best-in-class retirement benefit features:
- Best in class 401(k) plan: we'll match your contributions dollar for dollar, up to 10% of eligible pay with Immediate 100% vesting
- Student Loan Match : The Boeing 401(k) Student Loan Match allows eligible enrolled U.S. employees to have their qualified student loan debt payments counted, along with any match-eligible contributions they make, for purposes of determining the Company Match to employees' Boeing 401(k) accounts.
Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
Summary pay range: $164,900 - $223,100
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 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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