Systems Engineering Manager - Phantom Works

Job Description
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Boeing's Phantom Works is seeking a Systems Engineering Manager - Phantom Works, Colorado Springs, CO
Boeing's Phantom Works Space SBMC2 team is seeking a forward-thinking Multi-Skilled Systems Engineering Manager based in Colorado Springs, CO.
This leader will guide a multidisciplinary engineering team supporting advanced technology development, systems design, and space-ground solutions. The selected candidate will set vision, strategy, and implementation plans while ensuring technical excellence and fostering a collaborative and inclusive team culture aligned with Boeing's mission and values.
As part of Boeing's innovative and agile Phantom Works division, the SBMC2 team delivers innovative mission systems and capabilities. This position reports to senior leadership and is responsible for overseeing a team of engineers in the Colorado Springs area.
Position Responsibilities:

• Provide technical and personnel leadership for systems engineering teams across multiple programs
• Develop and execute integrated plans, policies, and procedures aligned with business and technical objectives
• Drive process improvement, resource allocation, and supplier technical oversight
• Ensure effective collaboration with internal stakeholders, customers, and partners
• Oversee and approve systems engineering approaches, tools, products, and technical processes
• Foster an inclusive and psychologically safe work environment where safety, quality, and innovation thrive
• Mentor, coach, and develop high-performing individuals and teams
• Commitment to employee growth and career development
• Ability to build trust and guide individuals through coaching and mentorship
• Support and promote a culture of transparency, diversity, and inclusion

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at Colorado Springs, CO.
Travel may be required up to 10% of the time; Domestically depending on business needs.
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.
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, computer science, or related technical discipline
• 5+ years of experience leading or managing engineering teams or projects
• Product development and systems engineering experience

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Experience across the full lifecycle of systems development
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to manage high-performance teams and resolve team performance challenges
• Prior experience with Model-based systems engineering (MBSE), Internal Research and Development (IRAD), and digital engineering environments
• Previous management experience and demonstrated leadership outcomes

Conflict of Interest:
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.
Total Rewards:
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.
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.

Summary pay range: $141,100 - $190,100
Applications for this position will be accepted until Jan. 29, 2026
Export Control Requirements:
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.
Export Control Details:
US based job, US Person required
Education
Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required
Relocation
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.
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 U.S. Top Secret/SCI Clearance Pre-Start and final U.S. Top Secret/SCI Clearance Post-Start is required.
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.