Senior Solar Array Chief Engineer

Job Description

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The Boeing Integrated Design Engineering Organization is seeking a highly motivated Senior Solar Array Chief Engineer to join the Space Mission Systems Satellite Engineering Team at El Segundo, CA.

This candidate will be a part of a high-performing engineering team that is immersed in development and high non-recurring projects. The candidate will be accountable to oversee all design and analysis aspects of solar array technologies, while partnering with SEIT on requirements definition and Operations and Suppliers on product delivery/build/test/integration execution. This candidate will need to work closely with executive functional and program leadership, program and product chief engineers, and the product team members to develop the overall technology roadmap for Solar Array, provide oversight and guidance to resolve all complex technical issues, and mentor engineers. This role will include accountability for all Satellite Solar Array technologies supporting Government and Commercial Satellites with some additional support across other space applications. The candidate should have extensive experience working with Solar Array technologies (substrates, cells, panels, integration, system requirements, etc.). The candidate must exemplify the Boeing Behaviors in day-to-day operations. 

 Primary responsibilities:

• Develop and Define Solar Array Design and Analysis requirements while partnering closely with other engineering groups, manufacturing, operations, procurement, suppliers, customers, and program personnel to qualify, deliver, and launch solar array technologies

• Responsible for overseeing and provide guidance for all solar array technical issues. Work closely to ensure proper RCCA methodologies implemented, and critical issues actively communicated to executive leadership, program leaders, customers, and partnering chief engineers

• Engage in new business campaigns, reviewing bid models and providing technical input for appropriate technology insertions

• Work with Integrated Design Engineering Chief Engineer to support and lead recurring Corrective Action Board efforts

• Partner with Solar Array TLEs and functional management to provide technical guidance, conduct technical reviews, and approve engineering releases

• Work closely with program leadership and chief engineering to communicate critical issues and status to customers as appropriate

• Provide guidance and mentorship to fellow engineers

• Contribute to supplier development, test and production activities to optimize the design and achieve program goals

• Identify lean opportunities and support in implementation of cost/schedule savings initiatives as appropriate

• Provide onsite technical troubleshooting support when appropriate

• Partner with Engineering, Common Products, Operations, and Functional Leadership in EAC definition and reviews

• Lead project planning and ensure execution on program commitments

• Evaluate test data to validate components and systems against design requirements and objectives

• Develop new design/analysis processes and tools to improve effectiveness, quality and efficiency of the development effort. Lead development of emerging technologies/concepts for future product designs to meet projected requirements

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

• This position requires an active TS/SCI security clearance, for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. citizenship

• 7+ years of experience with Solar Array Engineering

• Experience with industry standards and regulatory requirements

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Advanced degree (Master’s or PhD) in Engineering or related field

• Experiences with solar cell, substrate, wiring, and/or solar array subsystems

• Knowledge of aerospace industry standards and practices

• Ability to mentor and train junior engineers

• Ability to work in a cross-functional team environment and lead across multiple engineering/non-engineering disciplines

• Experience with delivering on program commitments – technical, cost, schedule and risk management

• Strong communication skills to interface with different program and customer teams

• Strong familiarity with RCCAs 

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.

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 for Senior: $165,750.00 - $224,250.00

Applications for this position will be accepted until Nov. 28, 2025

Export Control Requirements: This is not an Export Control position.

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. Top Secret/SCI 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.

Experience Level
Individual Contributor
Contingent Upon Program Award
No, this position is not contingent upon program award

Schedule
Full time

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.