Job Description Qualifications:

The Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS), is seeking Entry Level and Associate KC-46 Mission Systems Avionics Engineers in either Tukwila, WA or Everett, WA depending on employee preference.

This role will primarily be responsible for supporting the KC-46 military Line-of-Sight (LOS) and Beyond-Line-of-Sight (BLOS) communication systems. The main responsibilities include requirements development/verification, technical subcontract management (TSM), hardware/software integration, technical issue resolution, Lab/Aircraft testing, and FAA/Military airworthiness certification.

The Boeing KC-46 Pegasus is the USAF’s new aerial refueling tanker aircraft designed to support multi-role missions including refueling, cargo/passenger transport, and medevac airlift. The KC-46 is a military commercial derivative aircraft based on the Boeing 767-2C aircraft and modified per USAF specifications for the primary mission of aerial refueling US and Allied aircraft using either the Hose & Drogue systems or the Boom. The KC-46 is also equipped with a suite of self-defensive and tactical situational awareness systems that allows the aircraft to get closer to the fight when supporting combat missions.

Position Responsibilities:

• Works with customers to develop and document complex electronic and electrical system requirements.
• Coordinates work to analyze and translate requirements into system architecture, hardware and software designs and interface specifications.
• Works to test and validate to ensure system designs meet operational and functional requirements.
• Oversees and monitors supplier performance to ensure system integration and compliance with requirements.
• Solves problems and provides support of fielded hardware and software over the entire product lifecycle.
• Researches technology advances for potential application to company business needs.
• Makes recommendations for technology investments.

This position allows telecommuting. The selected candidate will be required to perform some work onsite at least 3 days/week at one of the listed location options.

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance for which the US Government requires US Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. secret clearance Post Start is required.

Basic Qualifications:

• Currently possess a Bachelor's, Master's or Doctorate of Science degree from an accredited course of study, in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry.
• Educational and technical experience in electrical engineering, RF engineering, avionics, computer science, or related fields.

Preferred Qualification:

• 1 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience with military LOS VHF-UHF communication systems
• Experience with military BLOS UHF SATCOM systems
• Experience performing Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) process and implementing corrective actions
• Experience with FAA airworthiness certification
• Experience with Military airworthiness certification
• Experience with Equipment Manager Responsibilities for Avionics Line Replaceable Units (LRUs)
• Experience with MIL-STD-1553 data bus analysis

Typical Education/Experience:

Entry Level

Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience. In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.

Associate

Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 2 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. Master). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeingis 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:

Relocation assistance is an available benefit for this position.

Shift:

This position is for 1st shift.

Union:

This is a union-represented Job Requisition.

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.

Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range for Entry Level: $70,550 - 95,450

Summary pay range for Associate: $85,850 - 116,150

Boeing is the world's largest aerospace company and leading manufacturer of commercial airplanes and defense, space and security systems. We are engineers and technicians. Skilled scientists and thinkers. Bold innovators and dreamers. Join us, and you can build something better for yourself, for our customers and for the world.

Relocation:

Relocation is available for eligible candidates, if authorized

Export Control Requirement:

U.S. Government Export Control Status: This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Safety Sensitive:

This is not a safety sensitive position

Contingent Upon Award Program

This position is not contingent upon program award

Experience Level:

Individual Contributor - 1

Job Type:

Regular

Job Code:

6B1BI1 (664)

Equal Employment Opportunity:

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.

As a leading global aerospace company, Boeing develops, manufactures and services commercial airplanes, defense products and space systems for customers in more than 150 countries. Creating the world’s most innovative aerospace products and services requires a diverse and inclusive global team. We know that every teammate brings something uniquely valuable to Boeing, and that we can make the world better, together. Join us.