Senior Lead Systems Engineer

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.
Overview
As a leading global aerospace company, Boeing develops, manufactures and services commercial airplanes, defense products and space systems for customers in more than 150 countries. As a top U.S. exporter, the company leverages the talents of a global supplier base to advance economic opportunity, sustainability and community impact. Boeing's team is committed to innovating for the future, leading with sustainability, and cultivating a culture based on the company's core values of safety, quality and integrity.
Technology for today and tomorrow
The Boeing India Engineering & Technology Center (BIETC) is a 5500+ engineering workforce that contributes to global aerospace growth. Our engineers deliver cutting-edge R&D, innovation, and high-quality engineering work in global markets, and leverage new-age technologies such as AI/ML, IIoT, Cloud, Model-Based Engineering, and Additive Manufacturing, shaping the future of aerospace.
People-driven culture
At Boeing, we believe creativity and innovation thrives when every employee is trusted, empowered, and has the flexibility to choose, grow, learn, and explore. We offer variable arrangements depending upon business and customer needs, and professional pursuits that offer greater flexibility in the way our people work. We also believe that collaboration, frequent team engagements, and face-to-face meetings bring together different perspectives and thoughts - enabling every voice to be heard and every perspective to be respected. No matter where or how our teammates work, we are committed to positively shaping people's careers and being thoughtful about employee wellbeing.
With us, you can create and contribute to what matters most in your career, community, country, and world. Join us in powering the progress of global aerospace.
Position Overview:
This position is for Senior Lead Systems Engineer to join the Systems Engineering - Airplane Systems organization at Boeing India Engineering and Technology Center, Bangalore. In this role, you will lead Mandates & Safety activities, overseeing system architecture, design, development of system-level requirements, verification, validation, and support for FAA and EASA certification for electronic products like Displays, Radios and Flight Deck. This role offers a unique opportunity to tackle complex technical challenges in Avionics system design and development for aircraft systems.
This position provides consultation and technical direction to design teams and management teams on near term and longer-range projects relative to System safety requirements and risk estimation and management, including applicable regulations and standards.
Position Responsibilities:

• Expert in two or more aircraft systems (e.g., Avionics, FMS, Displays, Radio/Comm, SATCOM, Flight Controls, Flight Deck) with certification expertise.
• Lead hazard identification, risk analysis, and mitigation to meet safety and operational goals.
• Verify system designs against FAA, EASA, and other certification standards; develop certification basis.
• Guide implementation of new technologies (e.g., Sustainability, SAF).
• Lead and approve stage gate reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR, MRR, TRR, Certification).
• Optimize architecture for reuse, productivity, and safety enhancements.
• Conduct comprehensive safety assessments across system architecture, hardware/software, and installations.
• Ensure system safety planning, processes, and protections in satellite production operations.
• Define and maintain system safety design practices; collaborate with Technical Fellowship.
• Innovate safety methods (STPA, SCFTA, Bow-Tie analysis) and explore MBSE tools for safety deliverables.
• Provide real-time support and develop contingency plans for safe operations.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to embed safety in all activities.
• Review design specs, test procedures, and change requests for safety impacts.
• Participate in incident investigations and corrective actions.
• Prepare reports and presentations for safety boards and reviews.
• Lead research and recommend technology investments; recognized expert in process development and supplier issue resolution.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor 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
• Proven experience in designing, developing, or integrating multiple aircraft systems, emphasizing safety requirements, mandates, and hazard analysis.
• Proficient in Cockpit Displays and Flight Deck Design/Development
• Knowledge of ATC operations, aircraft interiors, and emissions is a plus.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Strong collaboration skills with internal and external stakeholders.
• Effective decision-making and problem-solving abilities.
• Demonstrated proactive, self-motivated, adaptable, and innovative mindset.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Master's degree & Doctorate degree is preferred.
• Experience in aerospace industry integrating system-level requirements into complex platforms or systems.
• Knowledge of DGCA, CEMILAC, MIL, FAA/EASA, and type certification processes.
• Proficient in Systems Engineering fundamentals including requirement validation/verification, functional integration, and Concept of Operations.
• Familiar with aircraft system safety analysis standards such as MIL-STD-882E, ARP-4761, and ARP-4754.
• Understanding of RTCA/DO-160, DO-178, DO-254, DO-313, and FAA 14 CFR Part 25 regulations.

• Extensive experience in design, development, integration, and certification Avionics Products especially Displays
• Strong aerospace systems engineering background with the ability to leverage IT solutions to advance organizational goals.

• Experience presenting technical analyses and proposals to senior leadership, regulators, or customers.
• Technical proficiency in project management concepts and tools.
• Additional certifications in aviation/aerospace system safety, accident/incident analysis, or safety program management from recognized institutions are a plus.

Typical Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate degree in Engineering, Electronics, Avionics, Aerospace, or related field from an accredited university, with 18+ years (Bachelor's), 16+ years (Master's), or 13+ years (PhD) of experience in aerospace system engineering, design, and analysis.

Relocation:

• This position offers relocation based on eligibility.

Applications for this position will be accepted until Feb. 22, 2026
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.
Visa Sponsorship
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Shift
Not a Shift Worker (India)
Equal Opportunity Employer:
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law.
We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world's most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are proud members of the Valuable 500 and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.