F-15 Mission Systems Integration Architect

F-15 Mission Systems Integration Architect at BOEING summary:

The F-15 Mission Systems Integration Architect leads the design, development, and implementation of avionics architectures and system integration solutions for F-15 platforms, working closely with engineering teams, program management, and customers. This role entails developing system requirements, coordinating hardware-software integration, and supporting flight test phases within a secure and collaborative environment. The position requires expertise in avionics systems, safety-critical functions, and advanced engineering tools such as Open Mission Systems and Model Based Systems Engineering.

Job Description

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The Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) team is seeking is seeking a Senior Design and Analysis Engineer located in Berkeley, MO.

As a member of the team, you will lead the development and execution of new avionics architecture solutions for emerging and existing F-15 International and USAF programs. You can expect to work with the F-15 Missions Systems teams, F-15 systems engineering team, F-15 program management, and others to develop an overall F-15 avionics integration solution for all F-15 platforms. Upon successful design of an architecture that meets all system requirements, the architect will lead the engineering team in its implementation and maintenance of that design through the development, lab test and flight test phases of the development cycle.

The Mission Systems Integration Team develops overall system designs and capabilities for USAF and International customers. The designs and requirements developed by this team enables the F-15 aircraft’s mission capability by interfacing with multiple avionics subsystems (radar, weapons, sensors, etc.) and by implementing algorithms and developing the crew vehicle interface displays. The team is responsible for the design, requirements, coordination, and the various levels of testing of the Operational Flight Program (OFP) software as well as leading the development of the system and subsystem requirements.

Position Responsibilities:

• Leads activities to develop, document and maintain avionics architectures, requirements, algorithms, interfaces and designs for the F-15 platform.
• Leads activities to develop, document and maintain avionics architectures, requirements, algorithms, interfaces and designs for the F-15 platform
• Serves as a subject matter expert for F-15 system level architecture, system-specific issues, and processes
• Provides technical leadership for integration projects of new technology implementation and demos
• Leads development, selection, tailoring and deployment of tools and processes for the integration team
• Leads the team in growing into Open Mission Systems (OMS) and Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools and processes
• Supports the F-15 System Safety and Systems Engineering Integration and Test (SEIT) team in Safety Critical Functions identification, tracing, and reviews
• Works with internal stakeholders and external customers to coordinate execution of ongoing hardware-software integration efforts in a fast-paced Agile environment
• Works with USAF customers and aircrew to develop and document complex electronic and electrical system requirements for navigation systems.
• Receives customer requests and analyzes them with consideration for contractual and technical impacts and translates into actionable system requirements
• Develops Architecture Roadmaps
• Provides Technical Lead Engineer (TLE) guidance and support to the integration team

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.

This position requires an active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)

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Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science.
• Level 4 : 9+ years of work-related experience plus a Bachelor degree OR 7+ years of work-related experience with a Masters degree OR 4+ years of work-related experience with a PhD
• Level 5 : 14+ years of work-related experience with a Bachelors degree OR 12+ years of work-related experience with a Masters degree OR 9+ years of work-related experience with a PhD

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Experience in Open Mission Systems (OMS) development
• Experience in Model Based System Engineering (MBSE) development
• Familiarity with Universal Command and Control Interface (UCI) message standard and Common Abstraction Layer (CAL)

Typical Education/ Experience:

Level 4: Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 9 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. PhD+4 years' related work experience, Master+7 years' related work experience). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.

Level 5: Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 14 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. PhD+9 years' related work experience, Master+12 years' related work experience). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

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 .

Shift:

This position is for 1st shift.

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.

Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range:

Level 4: $119,850 - $162,150

Level 5: $143,650 - $194,350

Applications for this position will be accepted until Sept. 24, 2025

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Security Clearance

This position requires an active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift

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.

Keywords:

F-15 avionics, mission systems integration, avionics architecture, systems engineering, Open Mission Systems, Model Based Systems Engineering, military aircraft, defense engineering, software integration, flight test