Tactical RF Sensors Subsystem Lead Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 24, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 9, 2026. Boeing scores A on the Alion truth index.
Company:
The Boeing CompanyBoeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) is seeking a Tactical RF Sensors Subsystem Lead Engineer to be the lead for sensor subsystem in Berkeley, MO, supporting a proprietary Air Dominance Fixed Wing program. You will be joining a fast-paced program where you will be responsible for developing and integrating complex, highly integrated, radio frequency (RF) sensor systems.
In this role, you will be joining a cross-functional team integrating next generation capabilities as part of a very exciting and critically important development effort. Your role will be to oversee and coordinate the work of a team of engineers throughout the various stages of the program development life cycle. You will have the opportunity to operate in an agile development environment to mature our products, work on next generation open-architecture model-based designs, and to collaborate across multiple disciplines.
The day-to-day activities of this position will be a combination of traditional design engineering, coordinating the daily activity of the engineering team, overseeing and approving technical work, collaborating with cross-functional peers, and presenting technical challenges and solutions to leadership. Frequent interaction with program leadership, customers, and industry partners during critical design phases will be key elements of this position. This position will provide the candidate an opportunity to develop their engineering skills with potential growth into a leadership role.
Position Responsibilities:
Coordinates the daily activity of an engineering team using agile toolsets (JIRA, Confluence, etc.)
Provides technical leadership and drives technical excellence for all scope of work within a subsystem team
Provides oversight and approval of technical approaches and engineering of subsystem team
Works with customers to develop and document complex electronic and electrical system requirements
Analyzes and translates requirements into system, hardware, and software designs and interface specifications
Tests and validates radio frequency (RF) systems to ensure designs meet operational and functional requirements
Manages and monitors supplier performance to ensure system integration and compliance with requirements
Solves problems and provides other support of fielded hardware and software over the entire product lifecycle
Researches specific technology advances for potential application to company business needs
Utilizes model-based systems engineering (MBSE) for hardware, software, and performance model development. Utilizes MBSE for requirements development, interfaces definition, and traceability
Hardware and software development, integration, test, and validation/verification
Radio frequency (RF) sensor integration
Supplier requirements development, technology evaluation, and integration across multi-disciplined engineering teams
Prototype hardware and software evaluation, lab integration, analysis, and test
Acts as primary interface between program leadership, suppliers, and customers
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills and Experience):
Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus in Electrical, Mechanical or Aeronautical), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement
9+ years of related work experience and a bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of related work experience and technical education
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills and Experience):
Experience working on tactical RF sensors including radar systems, communication systems, 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
Conflict of Interest:
Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
Signing Bonus:
Potential signing bonus for eligible/qualified external candidates.
Drug Free Workplace:
Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace (DFW) 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.
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 & 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:
$136,850-$185,150
Language Requirements:
Not ApplicableEducation:
Bachelor's Degree or EquivalentRelocation:
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.Export Control Requirement:
Safety Sensitive:
This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.Security Clearance:
This position requires a current Tier 5 (T5), formerly known as a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) (U.S. Citizenship required) or requires candidate agreed to enter a Continuous Evaluation program.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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