ZipRecruiter is hiring: Ground Systems Hardware Architect in St. Louis

Overview

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Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) is seeking a highly skilled Senior Level Ground Hardware Architect to support a Phantom Works Fixed Wing Proprietary Program to work in Berkeley, MO.

You will be joining a fast-paced program where you will be responsible for all phases of the hardware design and development lifecycle including requirements and interface definition, architectural design, procurement & supplier management, and integration of Edge compute, communications, and encryption hardware in support of Ground Segment development.

Responsibilities

• Ground Segment Hardware Architecture and Design, ensuring performance, interfaces, and both functional and non-functional requirements are met.
• Develop engineering solutions and practices for key Ground System capabilities including, but not limited to: Edge Compute, Command and Control, Network and Communication Systems, Mission Planning, Situational Awareness, Multilevel Data Management.
• Leads work with customers to develop and document electronic and electrical system requirements on complex multi-tiered projects.
• Leads analysis and translation of complex requirements into system architecture, hardware designs and interface specifications.
• Leads testing and validation work on complex system designs to assure that operational and functional requirements are met.
• Works with other teams to develop program test strategies.
• Manages performance of critical suppliers to ensure system integration and compliance with requirements.
• Conducts program independent reviews and reports results to program leadership.
• Provides critical support of fielded hardware and software over the entire product lifecycle.
• Leads research into technology advances for potential application to company business needs.

Qualifications

• Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience): Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited program in engineering, engineering technology (including manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science.
• Senior (Level 5) Bachelor's degree with 14+ years of related work experience or 12+ years with a Master’s degree, or PhD with related work experience.

• Desirable Skills/Experience: Experience with network and communications systems; Cloud-based and Edge computing systems; familiarity with multi-domain security hardware and related certification efforts; experience with ground-based mission planning and debrief systems.

Additional Information

• Onsite: This position is expected to be 100% onsite at the listed location.
• Security: Ability to obtain a US Security Clearance; US Citizenship required. A final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required. Ability to obtain Special Program Access.
• Relocation: This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.
• Drug Free Workplace: Boeing conducts post-offer drug testing in accordance with policy.
• Shift: 1st shift
• Export Control: This position must meet export control compliance requirements. A “U.S. Person” is required.
• Visa Sponsorship: Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
• Summary pay range (Senior Level 5): $143,650 - $194,350
• Application deadline: Sept. 05, 2025
• Equal Opportunity Employer: Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to protected characteristics or other factors as required by law.

Notes: The specific programs and options available may vary by location, eligibility, and collective bargaining agreements. This description may be subject to change.