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Modeling and Simulation Systems Engineer (Mid-Level or Senior)

Boeing

Company websiteboeing.com (Boeing, opens in new tab)

Base salary $112,200  to $185,150

Employer-published annual base salary, USD. Advertised base range in Albuquerque, NM

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About this job

Modeling and Simulation Systems Engineer (Mid-Level or Senior)

Company:

The Boeing Company

Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) is seeking a Modeling and Simulation Systems Engineer to join our team in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

The Boeing Laser and Electro-Optical Systems (LEOS) organization is dynamic and growing with a leadership team focused on attracting and developing top talent in support of critical missions for national defense involving Directed Energy. This position will plan, develop and maintain complex analysis and simulation models/tools to evaluate and improve total system architecture and performance and address complex defense problems ensuring mission success.

Our teams are currently hiring for a broad range of experience levels including mid-level and senior level modeling and simulation systems engineers.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Evaluates systems under various scenarios and architectures to determine and/or optimize overall system mission performance

  • Develops and maintains analysis tools of varied fidelity including modeling and simulation tools to predict performance against evolving threats of current and future defense systems Develops, refines and documents key algorithm capabilities to support various DoD customers

  • Conducts analysis of multiple targets discrimination for survivability, vulnerability, and susceptibility into a preferred configuration to ensure mission success

  • Performs systems analyses of the existing system architecture in conjunction with new technologies and concepts for improvements to be considered for future architectures

  • Develops and maintains accurate and reliable models to support directed energy and space-based applications utilizing industry standard software and tools

  • Collaborates with engineers and subject matter experts to gather data, validate models, and ensure accuracy of simulations

  • Conducts simulations to analyze system performance, identify potential issues, and propose improvements

  • Generates reports and present findings to stakeholders, providing clear and concise explanations of complex technical concepts

  • Stays updated with the latest advancements in modeling and simulation techniques for electro-optical systems and recommend process improvements accordingly.

  • Assists in the development of new methodologies and tools to enhance modeling and simulation capabilities within the organization.

  • Performs trade studies, modeling, simulation and other forms of analysis to predict component and system performance and to optimize design around established requirements

  • Assists in the development of requirements for various communication, sensor, electronic warfare, and other electromagnetic systems and electromagnetic components

  • Supports development and validation of electromagnetic requirements for electrical systems, electronic systems, mechanical systems, interconnects, and structures Assists architecture definition to integrate systems and components into higher level systems and platforms

  • Defines and conducts tests to validate performance of designs to requirements

  • Supports product development throughout lifecycle through root-cause analysis of anomalies and other engineering support as requested

  • Supports project management by providing statement of work (SOW), budget, schedule, and other required inputs, and by reporting project status

  • Supports proposal writing to assist business development efforts


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

  • Experience in modeling & simulation systems engineering

  • Experience with modeling and simulation software development

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • Level 3: 5+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

  • Level 4: 9+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

  • Master's degree or higher

  • Experience in modeling and simulation for electro-optical systems

  • Experience in using industry-standard software and tools for modeling and simulation, such as MATLAB, Python, or Java

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.

Conflict of Interest:

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) process.

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 several 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 mid-level (level 3): $112,200 - $151,800

Summary pay range for senior (level 4): $136,850 - $185,150

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent

Relocation:

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 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 award

Shift:

Shift 1 (United States of America)

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Pay in context

This role's base floor ($112,200) is above 6% of the 12,897 Software Engineering roles nationwide listed on this site; 34 others list the same floor. Their median floor is $160,000; the middle half runs from $136,300 to $191,000.

Only jobs on this site count, and each one publishes a base salary of $100,000 or more, so this compares six-figure jobs with each other, not with the whole market. Computed Nov 8, 2026.

This range next to 6 other live Boeing roles with the nearest advertised base floor
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This range next to 6 other live Boeing roles with the nearest advertised base floor
RolePublished base
Modeling and Simulation Systems Engineer (Mid-Level or Senior) (this listing)$112,200 - $185,150
Project Management Specialist (General Project Mgmt)$109,650 - $148,350
Project Management Specialist (General Project Mgmt)$109,650 - $148,350
Facilities Operations & Maintenance Manager$110,500 - $136,500
Facilities Operations & Maintenance Manager$110,500 - $136,500
Ground Systems Engineer (Lead/Senior) - Millennium Space Systems$111K - $202K
Space Vehicle Design Engineer (Experienced, Senior or Lead)$111,350 - $224,250

Same $100K to $400K scale as every card. All Boeing roles · How to read the bar

Observed changes

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Observed since
Employer-stated posting date
2026-10-16
Where this pay comes from

Location as the employer wrote it: USA - Albuquerque, NM (Levels 3-4 combined)

Summary pay range for mid-level (level 3): $112,200 - $151,800 Summary pay range for senior (level 4): $136,850 - $185,150

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