Aircraft Defensive Systems Design Engineer & Equipment Manager [Urgent]
Company: BOEING
Location: Everett
Posted on: July 8, 2025
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Job Description:
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. The Boeing KC-46 Tanker Mission Systems
Avionics (MSA) team is seeking an experienced and dedicated
Aircraft Defensive Systems Design Engineer and Equipment Manager
(Experienced or Lead) to join our KC-46 Mission Systems team in
Everett, WA or Tukwila, WA based on selected employee preference
and agreement with the manager. The aircraft defensive systems
comprise of the Infrared Countermeasures system and the Radio
Frequency Self Defensive System (aka the Radar Warning Receiver
system). This role will be responsible for the engineering design,
integration, test, certification, and hardware/software management
for assigned aircraft defensive hardware systems. The Boeing KC-46
Pegasus is the latest and most advanced USAF 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 according to 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. This is an
exciting time on the program as we begin to develop new system
designs and capability upgrades for the current and future KC-46
aircraft. Position Responsibilities: - Lead and/or support the
engineering design, development, analysis, testing, and
certification of the defensive hardware systems to ensure seamless
integration with software and higher-level systems and platforms -
Develop, validate, and verify system level requirements -
Collaborate on the design, development, integration, testing, and
operational capability of various programs - Lead and/or assist in
the development of test plans and procedures in support of
certification activities - Coordinate system-level integration for
defensive systems hardware and software - Oversee the definition
and execution of critical tests of various types to validate the
performance of designs against system requirements - Provide
leadership and/or in the technical management of relevant aspects
of critical suppliers and Boeing software team members to ensure
compliance with design requirements. Support for products will
encompass the entire lifecycle, including proposal, development,
production, in-service support, as well as flight and laboratory
testing. - Gather information to support proposal development and
conduct trade studies for future upgrades and new business
opportunities - Coordinate and ensure FAA, military certification,
and Boeing airworthiness activities for the defensive hardware
systems and its components - Coordinate and consult with specialty
engineering Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) such as safety,
electromagnetic emissions, and cybersecurity - Provide
troubleshooting support for production labs and aircraft when
technical issues occur - Conduct technical issue investigations and
Root Cause and Corrective Actions (RCCAs) This position is expected
to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work
on-site at one of the listed location options. This position
requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which
the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or
final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required. Basic
Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience): - Bachelor of Science
degree from an accredited course of study in engineering,
engineering technology (including manufacturing engineering
technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or
computer science. - 3 years of experience working with FAA and/or
Military type certification requirements - Experience with Radio
Frequency (RF) engineering principles - Experience with Equipment
Manager (EM) Responsibilities for Avionics Line Replaceable Units
(LRUs) - Experience in data analysis and Root Cause Corrective
Action (RCCA) - Experience in Technical Subcontract Management
working with suppliers - Experience developing requirements and
performing requirements decomposition - Experience evaluating
aircraft maintenance requirements, certifications or airworthiness
directives - Strong written and verbal communication - Ability to
collaborate and work in a team Preferred Qualifications (Desired
Skills/Experience): - Have or have held an active U.S. Security
Clearance in the past 24 months - Experience leading teams and/or
projects - Experience with Software Development Processes -
Experience troubleshooting avionic equipment, general electronics,
and/or aircraft systems - Experience in hardware and software
integration Relocation: This position offers relocation based on
candidate eligibility. Note: Basic relocation will be offered for
eligible internal candidates. Shift: This is a 1st shift position.
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. Total Rewards & Pay
Transparency: 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: Experienced (Level 3): $104,550
- $141,450 Lead (Level 4): $126,650 - $171,350 Applications for
this position will be accepted until Jul. 21, 2025 Export Control
Requirements: This is not an Export Control position. Education
Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required Relocation This position
offers relocation based on candidate eligibility. Security
Clearance This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S.
Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S.
Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance
Post-Start is required. 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.
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