The SLS Launch Integration Manager will lead the launch engineering team, supervise test operations, manage resources, and ensure compliance and quality standards are met for the Space Launch System program.
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.
Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) is seeking a results-driven and experienced SLS Launch Integration Manager to lead our Launch Engineering team supporting the Space Launch System (SLS) program at Kennedy Space Center, Florida. The Manager will take ownership of the launch engineering team that supports the Core Stage launch operations, drives launch readiness and ensures Boeing's technical and contractual responsibilities are met with the highest standards of safety and quality.
This position will require shift flexibility required to support operations including first/second shifts, overnights, weekends, and rotations to support round-the-clock campaign activities.
Position Responsibilities:
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
NASA Site Access:
This position requires the ability to obtain access to a National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) facility.
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.
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: $170,000 - $230,000
Applications for this position will be accepted until Feb. 17, 2026
Export Control Requirements:
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.
Export Control Details:
US based job, US Person required
Education
Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required
Relocation
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
Visa Sponsorship
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Shift
This position is for 1st shift
Equal Opportunity Employer:
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.
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.
Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) is seeking a results-driven and experienced SLS Launch Integration Manager to lead our Launch Engineering team supporting the Space Launch System (SLS) program at Kennedy Space Center, Florida. The Manager will take ownership of the launch engineering team that supports the Core Stage launch operations, drives launch readiness and ensures Boeing's technical and contractual responsibilities are met with the highest standards of safety and quality.
This position will require shift flexibility required to support operations including first/second shifts, overnights, weekends, and rotations to support round-the-clock campaign activities.
Position Responsibilities:
- Lead development of test strategies, plans, procedures, and schedules for fluids and electrical test programs (component, subsystem, and vehicle-level).
- Define and enforce test requirements traceability to system requirements and mission success criteria.
- Coordinate integrated test campaigns involving propulsion systems, pressurization plumbing, thermal control fluids, batteries, power distribution, wiring harnesses, and avionics electrical interfaces.
- Manage day-to-day test operations: resource allocation, test configuration, instrumentation, data acquisition, anomaly management, and test article handling.
- Supervise and mentor test engineers, engineering technicians, and subcontractor personnel; build and maintain high-performance test teams.
- Oversee the readiness and sustainment of ground communication, command and telemetry systems
- Oversee flight management, integration and mission management for Starliner operations
- Ensure safety, quality, and compliance with company processes, NASA/DoD requirements, and relevant standards (e.g., SAE, IPC, MIL-STD where applicable).
- Oversee test data collection, reduction, analysis, and reporting; validate test results and drive corrective actions for non-conforming outcomes.
- Lead risk management for test activities: develop mitigation plans, contingency test paths, and test readiness reviews.
- Coordinate with design, manufacturing, reliability, system engineering, mission integration, and program management to resolve issues and close verification loops.
- Represent fluids and electrical test status in program reviews and executive briefings.
- Establish priorities and assist in deconflicting work between Integrated Product Teams in order to meet program goals
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
- 9+ years of engineering experience, including at least 5 years leading complex fluids and/or electrical test programs in aerospace or related industries
- 3+ years of experience leading teams in a formal and/or informal role
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Aerospace, or related Engineering discipline
- Experience with human-rated or crewed spacecraft systems verification and validation
- Demonstrated experience managing vehicle-level integrated test campaigns and interfacing with cross-functional engineering teams
- Strong technical background in one or more of: space propulsion/pressurization systems, thermal-fluid systems, batteries/power electronics, wiring harness/avionics, and test instrumentation/data systems
- Demonstrated experience managing vehicle-level integrated test campaigns and interfacing with cross-functional engineering teams
- Demonstrated project/program management skills: scheduling, budgeting, resource planning, and risk management
- Willingness to work in hands-on test environments and support off-hours testing as required
NASA Site Access:
This position requires the ability to obtain access to a National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) facility.
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.
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: $170,000 - $230,000
Applications for this position will be accepted until Feb. 17, 2026
Export Control Requirements:
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.
Export Control Details:
US based job, US Person required
Education
Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required
Relocation
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
Visa Sponsorship
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Shift
This position is for 1st shift
Equal Opportunity Employer:
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.
Top Skills
Avionics Electrical Interfaces
Batteries
Data Acquisition
Instrumentation
Power Distribution
Pressurization Plumbing
Propulsion Systems
Test Requirements Traceability
Test Strategies
Thermal Control Fluids
Wiring Harnesses
Boeing Chicago, Illinois, USA Office
100 N. Riverside, Chicago, IL, United States, 60606-1596
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