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The Boeing Company Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS), Space Missions Systems seeks a Systems ... Experience leading people in a technical environment as a team lead or manager. * Experience ...

The Boeing Company Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS), Space Missions Systems seeks a Systems ... Experience leading people in a technical environment as a team lead or manager. * Experience ...

The Boeing Company Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS), Space Missions Systems seeks a Systems ... Experience leading people in a technical environment as a team lead or manager. * Experience ...

The Boeing Company Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS), Space Missions Systems seeks a Systems ... Experience leading people in a technical environment as a team lead or manager. * Experience ...

The Boeing Company Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS), Space Missions Systems seeks a Systems ... Experience leading people in a technical environment as a team lead or manager. * Experience ...

Systems Engineer, Senior / Experienced

Aurora, CO · On-site

$106K - $145K/yr

The Boeing Company The Boeing Defense, Space & Security , Space Mission Systems (SMS) organization ... Resolves cross-functional technical issues * Evaluates customer/operational needs to test system ...

Systems Engineer, Senior / Experienced

Aurora, CO · On-site

$106K - $145K/yr

The Boeing Company The Boeing Defense, Space & Security , Space Mission Systems (SMS) organization ... Resolves cross-functional technical issues * Evaluates customer/operational needs to test system ...

Systems Engineer, Senior / Experienced

Aurora, CO · On-site

$106K - $145K/yr

The Boeing Company The Boeing Defense, Space & Security , Space Mission Systems (SMS) organization ... Resolves cross-functional technical issues * Evaluates customer/operational needs to test system ...

The Boeing Company Boeing Space Mission Systems (SMS) Experimental Systems Group (ESG) is seeking a ... Support architecture and technical trades for program decisions and future business * Manage ...

Systems Engineer, Senior

Aurora, CO · On-site

$106K - $145K/yr

The Boeing Company The Boeing Defense, Space & Security , Space Mission Systems (SMS) organization ... Writes requirements and ICDs for the ground systems * Supports ConOps development and product ...

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As of Sep 2, 2026, the average hourly pay for boeing technical writer in Colorado is $40.95, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $30.34 and $49.52 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Boeing technical writer?

A Boeing Technical Writer is responsible for creating, editing, and maintaining technical documentation such as manuals, maintenance procedures, and operational guides for Boeing aircraft and systems. They collaborate with engineers, subject matter experts, and other stakeholders to ensure accuracy and compliance with industry standards and regulations. The role requires strong writing and communication skills, attention to detail, and familiarity with aerospace terminology and documentation tools.

What does a Boeing technical writer do?

As a Boeing Technical Writer, your day usually involves collaborating closely with engineers, subject matter experts, and project managers to gather information and clarify complex technical concepts. You'll draft, revise, and format technical documents—including maintenance manuals, user guides, and specification sheets—often balancing multiple projects and deadlines. Expect to attend team meetings, review feedback, and ensure that all documentation meets regulatory and company standards. This dynamic environment allows you to develop both your technical understanding and writing expertise while contributing directly to Boeing's products and services.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a Boeing technical writer?

To thrive as a Boeing Technical Writer, you need excellent written communication skills, a grasp of aerospace or engineering concepts, and typically a bachelor's degree in English, technical communication, or a related field. Familiarity with technical authoring tools such as Arbortext, Adobe FrameMaker, and content management systems, as well as adherence to industry standards like S1000D, is highly valued. Attention to detail, teamwork, and strong organizational abilities distinguish outstanding candidates in this role. These skills ensure the production of clear, accurate, and compliant documentation that supports Boeing's engineering and operational effectiveness.

Are Boeing Technical Writers still in demand?

Boeing Technical Writers are still in demand due to the ongoing need for clear, detailed documentation in aerospace and defense industries. They often require skills in technical writing, knowledge of engineering concepts, and familiarity with tools like FrameMaker or MadCap Flare. The demand is influenced by industry projects, regulatory requirements, and technological advancements.

What cities in Colorado are hiring for Boeing Technical Writer jobs?

Cities in Colorado with the most Boeing Technical Writer job openings:

Infographic showing various Boeing Technical Writer job openings in Colorado as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $85,174 per year, or $40.9 per hour.

Systems Engineer (Principal)

Boeing

Colorado Springs, CO • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement

Posted 6 days ago


Boeing rating

8.5

Company rating: 8.5 out of 10

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Job description

Systems Engineer (Principal)

Company:

The Boeing Company

Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS), Space Missions Systems seeks a Systems Engineer provide project and technical leadership and ensure modern, best practices across programs and product lines, in a highly dynamic, collaborative environment.

Our multi-disciplinary teamfocuses on rapid prototyping to demonstrate a host of next-generation, mission-focused technologies, products, and services for a variety of customers. We work all facets of engineering from technology investment, concept development, proposal writing, architecture, requirements, and design, build, integration, test, and demonstration.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Lead an impactful team immersed in innovative development projects that encompass activities across the systems engineering spectrum in design, build, deployment, operations, and maintenance for a wide variety of critically important platforms and systems.
  • Lead development of vital architecture requirements and design, and direct our multidisciplinary engineering team as we progress on creative new endeavors.
  • Provide oversight of engineering activities to ensure process discipline, adherence to technical requirements, and performance to program commitments.
  • Understand and navigate complex system architecture development with multiple stakeholders.
  • Ensure modern, best practices across programs and product lines for development and integration activities.
  • Anticipate, communicate, and recommend actions and risk mitigations to technical teams and program leadership.
  • Contribute to strategy, product roadmaps, and technology plans for end-to-end mission integration, space operations, and ground architecture.

This position is expected to be fully onsite in either Seal Beach, CA; Aurora, CO; Colorado Springs, CO; El Segundo, CA; Herndon, CA; or Leesburg, VA.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

  • Active U.S. Top Secret. (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active.)
  • 10+ years minimum of related experience.
  • Experience leading people in a technical environment as a team lead or manager.
  • Experience communicating with senior managers and executives, customers (internal and external), business partners, suppliers, subcontractors, and government representatives.
  • 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.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • Ability to mentor entry to senior level engineers.
  • Able to produce make/buy decisions and proposals.
  • Excellent written and spoken communication, presentation and interpersonal skills.
  • Problem solving and troubleshooting in a clear and concise manner.
  • Strong communication skills and desire to integrate within a team that works under the principles of respect, trust, open-mindedness and fun.
  • Passion for innovation and creative exploration of new technologies.
  • Experience with agile development processes and methods.
  • Experience with environment transitions, cloud technologies, cyber security, AI LLM.
  • Experience with command and control, flight dynamics, or mission planning.
  • Willing and able to travel up to 10% domestically.

Typical Education & Experience:

Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), computer science, engineering data science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 20 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience or non-US equivalent qualifications. In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.

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.

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility. (Basic relocation will be offered for eligible internal candidates.)

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: $197,200 - $285,200

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

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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