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Chief Scientist - National Team C2BMC

Colorado Springs, Colorado; Huntsville, Alabama Job ID JR2025476442 Category Engineering - Electronic and Electrical Role Type Onsite Post Date Oct. 02, 2025 Security Clearance Required
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Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

The Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) team is seeking a C2BMC Chief Scientist on the National Team in Colorado Springs, CO or Huntsville, AL.

In this role, the selected candidate will play a key part in the development, prototyping, implementation, and analysis of algorithms that support tracking, sensor netting, target discrimination, and battle management.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Designing and refining algorithms for early intercept tracking and advanced battle management

  • Modifying existing algorithms to incorporate new data sources and mission needs

  • Performing comparative data analysis to evaluate algorithm performance and effectiveness

  • Reviewing technical documentation and ensuring clarity, accuracy, and alignment with project goals

  • Acting as a technical liaison to working-level counterparts, providing subject-matter expertise on an as-needed basis

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

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills and Experience):

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement 

  • Be a analytical thinker and problem solver with a strong foundation in algorithm development, systems engineering, or data analysis - ideally in a defense or high-tech environment

  • Have experience with tracking, sensor fusion, and/or battle management systems

  • Are comfortable working with complex datasets and performance metrics

  • Communicate clearly and can distill technical information for diverse audiences

  • Thrive in a collaborative, fast-pace environment

  • Are detail-oriented and driven by a sense of purpose

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills and Experience):

  • Experience in software/systems engineering including developing new and integrating existing radar signal processing and tracking systems

  • Experience in one or more of the following: Kalman filtering, track filtering, missile fly-out, intercept tracking, engagement dynamics, sensor netting, target discrimination, track fusion, or data links

  • Experience in Missile Defense systems highly desired

  • Knowledge of Java and/or C++ a plus

  • Excellent written and oral communication, effectively and clearly present technical technical approaches and findings

Shift:

This position is for 1st Shift

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility. Note: Basic relocation will be offered for eligible internal 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.

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: $170,000 - $230,000


Applications for this position will be accepted until Oct. 15, 2025


Export Control Requirements: This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, 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 an active U.S. Top 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.

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