Summary written by USA Jobs 24 from Boeing's advert and our data on 17,030 current US jobs. How we check every job
At a glance
Boeing is hiring a Systems Engineer (Associate or Experienced) in Herndon, VA. It is a full-time role in Software & IT, asking for at least 1 year of experience, first listed on November 4. The advertised pay is $98,600–$133,400 a year. The description mentions Jira. Boeing has 149 other openings in the US, 6 of them in Herndon, VA. Across all employers on USA Jobs 24 there are 15 Software & IT openings in Herndon, VA today; the typical one asks for 3 years and advertises about $147,000 a year at the midpoint.
How the pay compares
Boeing advertises $98,600 to $133,400 a year, a midpoint of $116,000 a year. Where an offer lands in a range usually depends on experience and on the exact location. That is lower than about 89% of the 117 software & IT jobs in Virginia that publish a yearly rate on USA Jobs 24, where the typical midpoint is $184,000 a year. To see roughly what this leaves after federal and Virginia tax, try our take-home pay calculator.
Skills in this advert
How often each skill named in this advert appears across the 4,670 software & IT jobs we list today.
Paste your resume and this advert into our resume match tool to see which of these words your resume already covers.
Before you apply
- Check it is still open. We found this job on Boeing's Workday site on November 4 and checked it again November 4, 5:17 AM ET. When an employer takes a job down, we remove it at our next daily update.
- Check the location works for you. This role is based in Herndon, VA. If you would need to move, ask whether relocation help is offered.
- Entry-level friendly. The advert is open to people early in their career. Our guide to entry-level jobs covers what to put on a first resume.
- Tailor your resume. Use the advert's own words, such as Jira, wherever they are true for you. Our resume guide shows how.
- Know your number. Decide the lowest offer you would accept before the first call. Our salary negotiation guide explains how to ask for more.
- Apply only through Boeing's own site. Our Apply button goes straight to Boeing's Workday page. If anyone contacts you about this job and asks for money, gift cards or bank details, stop and check it with our scam checker. Read how to spot a fake job offer.
About hiring at Boeing
Boeing has 150 openings on USA Jobs 24 today across 21 states. Most are in software & IT (84), operations (14) and engineering & mfg (7). The biggest locations are Berkeley, MO (31), El Segundo, CA (26) and Hazelwood, MO (22). None of them is fully remote, 20% are open to entry-level candidates and 97% show pay. We collect Boeing's jobs every day straight from its own careers system (Workday), never from job boards or agencies.
The employer's advert
This is Boeing's own description of the job, copied word for word from its careers site. We have not edited it.
Show the full advert from BoeingHide the advert849 words
Company:
The Boeing CompanyThe Intelligence Systems (IS) program within Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) / Space, Intelligence, and Weapon Systems (SI&WS) is seeking a Systems Engineer (Associate or Experienced) to join our growing team in Herndon, VA. IS delivers complex solutions in some of the most challenging environments on Earth. This role offers the opportunity to lead Systems Engineering, Integration, and Test (SEIT) efforts across diverse, mission-critical programs.
Role Overview:
As a Systems Engineer, you will support a rapidly growing program area by delivering sound Systems Engineering, whole-system level thinking, tracking requirements, managing test plan development, producing meaningful CDRLs and program design documentation, supporting the design, build, and operations of the program, and assisting with project milestones.
Position Responsibilities:
- Manage system requirements to include capture, decomposition, derivation, and tracing across all levels
- Collaborate with capability leads and team leads on task completion
- Support technical oversight for system architecture design artifacts and engineering deliverables
- Maintain strong relationships with customers stakeholders partners and internal teams
- Enable the implementation of sound Systems Engineering practices on the program
- Support the identification and implementation of best practices and process improvements
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
- This position requires an Active Top Secret / SCI Clearance (U.S. citizenship is mandatory). A clearance is considered active if it has been maintained within the past 24 months.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Demonstrated skills in performing Systems Engineering tasks
- Ability to collaborate across multiple teams to support program needs
- Knowledge of systems engineering products and life cycle/process tools
- Level 2: 1+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
- Level 3: 3+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Demonstrated skills and experience using modern task tracking systems (e.g., JIRA, VersionOne, etc)
- Experience working with requirements management systems such as DOORS
- Experience working with customer technicians and activity planners
- Experience with automated testing frameworks and tools
- Demonstrated experience supporting program milestone events as well as CDRL generation and maintenance to include test plans and report writing
- Familiarity and/or experience with Root Cause Corrective Analysis (RCCA) processes and practices
- Familiarity with Cost Account Management using Boeing processes and procedures, including Earned Value Management (EVM)
Conflict of Interest:
Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process
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 Associate (Level 2): $98,600.00 - $133,400.00
Summary pay range for Experienced (Level 3): $119,850.00 - $162,850.00
Language Requirements:
Not ApplicableEducation:
Bachelor's Degree or EquivalentRelocation:
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.Export Control Requirement:
This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.Safety Sensitive:
This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.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.Contingent Upon Award Program
This position is not contingent upon program awardShift:
Shift 1 (United States of America)Stay safe from recruitment fraud! The only way to apply for a position at Boeing is via our Careers website. Learn how to protect yourself from recruitment fraud - Recruitment Fraud Warning
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.
Boeing Participates in E – Verify
Right to Work Statement
USA Jobs 24 copied this listing from Boeing's official careers site on November 4, 2026 and checked it again November 4, 5:17 AM ET. Boeing will never ask you to pay to apply or to buy equipment with a check they send you. If anyone does, it is a scam.
Something wrong with this listing? Tell us and we will look into it.
Get software & IT jobs in Virginia by email
Similar software & IT jobs in Herndon, VA
AWS Security Risk Specialist, AWS Security, Risk, and Compliance
Amazon
We are looking for an experienced Security Risk Specialist with a background in IT audit, risk assessment or security controls.
- Herndon, VA
- 3+ yrs
NewLead Software Architect
Boeing
The Boeing Company is currently seeking a Lead Software Architect with experience in systems engineering and systems architecting to support the Denali Software team located in Herndon…
- Herndon, VA
- $211,650–$286,350 a year
NewFull Stack Software Engineer (Associate/Experienced)
Boeing
The Boeing Company is currently seeking a Full Stack Software Engineer (Associate/Experienced) (UI Focus) with experience in software engineering and architecting to support the Denali…
- Herndon, VA
- $106,250–$143,750 a year
NewJava Software Engineer (Associate/Experienced)
Boeing
The Boeing Company is currently seeking a Java Software Engineer (Associate/Experienced) with experience in software engineering and architecting to support the Denali Software team located…
- Herndon, VA
- $106,250–$143,750 a year
NewSolutions Engineer, Federal
Cisco
As a Senior Solutions Engineer on the Federal Civilian team, your core mission encompasses five key strategic pillars: Strategic Technical Advisory & Customer Advocacy: Serve as the primary…
- Fulton, MD; Rtp, NC +3
- Remote
- $218,600–$286,100 a year
New