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Mission Systems Test Engineer (Lead or Senior)

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The Boeing Company

Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS), a leader in aerospace innovation, is seeking Mission Systems Test Engineers, supporting a Phantom Works Fixed Wing Proprietary Program located in St Louis, MO.

You will be joining a talented team where you will be responsible to execute the Mission Systems test plan. The successful candidate will implement a test infrastructure to maximize automation using the latest available digital tools. You will perform verification/ validation activities to deliver Advanced Mission System Capabilities to our warfighter. This includes automated test tool creation in addition to hands-on testing in a lab environment of Mission Systems equipment including the latest suite of sensors, communication systems, and weapons.

In this role, you will be joining a cross-functional team integrating Advanced Mission Systems Capabilities as part of a very exciting and critically important development effort. You will have the opportunity to operate in an agile development environment, mature our products through the development lifecycle, work on next generation open-architecture model-based designs, and collaborate across multiple disciplines.

The day-to-day activities of this position will be a combination of traditional design engineering, collaborating with cross-functional peers, and presenting technical challenges and solutions to leadership. Frequent interaction with program leadership, customers, and industry partners during critical design phases will be key elements of this position. This position will provide the candidate an opportunity to develop their engineering skills with potential growth into a leadership role.

Our teams are currently hiring for a broad range of experience levels including; Lead and Senior Level Mission Systems Test Engineers.

Position Responsibilities:

Implement a test infrastructure to maximize automation using the latest available digital tools
Perform Mission Systems verification/validation test integrating multiple hardware and software components
Support testing efforts of component and subsystem groups
Execute Mission Systems integration testing
Create/ update and employ automated test tools and scripts
Work in a lab environment to perform verification of the interfaces between multiple Mission Systems hardware and software components
Define necessary lab infrastructure updates required to support Mission Systems verification test
Research specific technology advances for potential application to company business needs
Test and validate system functionality and performance to ensure designs meet operational and functional requirements
Document newly discovered hardware of software anomalies; reports test metrics to all stakeholders
Continuously assess and update engineering processes for improvement

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.

Travel may be required up to 10% of the time; Domestically depending on business needs.

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.

Ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science
(Level 4) 9+ years of work related engineering experience with a Bachelor’s or 7+ years of work related engineering experience with a Master’s or 4+ years of work related engineering experience with a PhD
(Level 5) 14+ years of work related engineering experience with a Bachelor’s or 12+ years of work related engineering experience with a Master’s or 9+ years of work related engineering experience with a PhD

Relocation:

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

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 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 (Lead, Level 4): $119,850 - $162,150

Summary pay range (Senior, Level 5): $143,650 - $194,350

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Export Control Requirement:

This is not an Export Control position.

Safety Sensitive:

This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.

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. This position requires ability to obtain program access, for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship only.

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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What You Should Know About Mission Systems Test Engineer (Lead or Senior), Boeing

Join The Boeing Company as a Mission Systems Test Engineer (Lead or Senior) in Berkeley, MO, and become a part of an extraordinary team working on cutting-edge aerospace projects! In this critical role, you’ll execute the Mission Systems test plan, implementing advanced testing infrastructures to maximize automation, all while utilizing the latest digital tools. Your primary responsibilities will include performing verification and validation activities, creating automated test tools, and hands-on testing in a lab environment with state-of-the-art mission systems equipment, including sensors, communication systems, and weapons. Working in a cross-functional team, you’ll be deeply involved in integrating Advanced Mission Systems Capabilities and collaborating across multiple disciplines. You’ll not only have the chance to refine your engineering skills, but you’ll also have opportunities to grow into leadership positions, making this an exciting career path. With daily activities that encompass both design engineering and collaboration with program leadership, you’ll play a pivotal role in supporting critical design phases and enhancing our products through the development lifecycle. The position requires on-site work and some travel, highlighting a dynamic and engaging work environment at Boeing where innovation thrives.

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What are the responsibilities of a Mission Systems Test Engineer at Boeing?

As a Mission Systems Test Engineer at Boeing, you will execute the Mission Systems test plan, perform verification and validation activities, and create automated test tools and scripts. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams, engage in hands-on testing of sensors and communication systems, and document any discrepancies found during testing. Providing detailed test metrics to stakeholders and continuously assessing engineering processes for improvement are also key responsibilities in this role.