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SLS Vehicle Lead Engineers (Mechanical Systems Design & Analysis)

New Orleans, Louisiana; John F Kennedy Space Center, Florida Job ID JR2025471399 Category Engineering - Mechanical & Structural Role Type Onsite Post Date Sep. 10, 2025
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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.

Boeing, Defense, Space, and Security (BDS) is seeking motivated, talented SeniorMechanical Systems and Analysis Engineers to join our Space Launch Systems (SLS) located in New Orleans, Louisiana and Kennedy Space Center, Florida, to be Vehicle Lead Engineers.

This role provides overall leadership and guidance to the shop floor engineering/technical execution teams and is critical in ensuring the efficient operation of flight hardware production and maintenance, with a focus on problem-solving, and technical authority.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Serves as the primary technical authority on the shop floor for all hardware-related issues.

  • Provide guidance and support to shop floor personnel (engineering and operations) in troubleshooting and resolving technical challenges.

  • Utilizes advanced problem-solving skills to address a wide range of technical challenges that may arise during production and maintenance.

  • Implements effective solutions that minimize downtime and enhance operational efficiency.

  • Collaborates with the design engineering organization to interpret engineering drawings and provides clarification on engineering intent to mechanics, operations leaders, liaison / manufacturing / industrial engineering, quality, and program management

  • Determines the appropriate disposition of hardware and processes to ensure compliance with quality and safety standards.

  • Works closely with cross-functional teams, including engineering, quality, and production, to facilitate rapid response and seamless operations.

  • Communicates technical findings and recommendations clearly to all stakeholders.

  • Identifies opportunities for process improvements and contributes to the development of best practices.

  • Mentors and trains engineering personnel supporting production to enhance their technical skills and knowledge.

  • Facilitates rapid execution of engineering drawing revisions as a response to production build by coordinating integrated research packages with liaison engineering who provides authority and final decision on the change

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

The position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a “US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 is required. “US Person” includes US Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

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

  • Typically, 14 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience or non-US equivalent qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • Excellent communications skills, verbal and written.

  • Ability to effectively communicate at all levels of management, customers, and partners.

  • Previous technical leadership experience. 

  • Ability to build a safe environment of inclusion, transparency, and trust.

  • Leadership skills to lead and influence positive outcomes.

  • Previous experience in leading, mentoring, and engaging individuals and teams.

  • Can gain trust of team and stakeholders

  • Previous launch vehicle manufacturing experience (greater than 8 years)


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. 

This is a NASA safety-sensitive position and is subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

Shift Work Statement:

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.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.  

Summary pay range, Lead Level 5: $ 138,850 - $ 185,150


Applications for this position will be accepted until Sept. 26, 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.

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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