Flight Test Engineer (Lead or Senior)

Flight Test Engineer (Lead or Senior)Company:The Boeing CompanyThe Boeing Test & Evaluation (BT&E) Organization has a need for Flight Test Engineers in Berkeley, MO to support Air Dominance flight test programs, including F-15 international (Qatar, Saudi, Korea, Japan, Israel, Singapore) and future programs.The successful candidate will provide leadership through coordination of the Flight Test Work Statement with the various functions and support groups in the BT&E, Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS), and customer organizations (including Flight Operations; Flight Test Operations; Instrumentation & Data Systems - Test Software & Telemetry, System Design & Development, System Design, Installation Design, and Operations; Fabrication and Assembly). Tasks include coordination of activities leading to the successful execution of a flight test program, such as coordinating program flight test requirements, coordinating data requirements, supporting the manufacturing and modification of a test vehicle, overseeing the planning of the flight test program, ensuring the preparation of the test team, and interfacing with the customer.This position is primarily for 1st shift; however, various shifts, nights, weekends and alternate shifts may be required to meet program objectives.Our teams are currently hiring for a broad range of experience levels including Lead or Senior Level Flight Test Engineers.Position Responsibilities:Plan and coordinate flight test mission requirements with responsible engineers from internal and external customersDevelop flight test and mission profiles, develop and publish test plans, create flight test cards, and manage test schedulesIdentify and coordinate the availability of test ranges and facilities with company and government agenciesEstablish test planning working groups, plan and conduct flight test readiness reviews, and conduct pre and posttest briefingsConduct ground and flight tests in accordance with established test plans and proceduresParticipate in post-test data evaluation and problem identification and resolutionPrepare and publish test summaries and test reportsSupport Cost Account Manager (CAM) activitiesLead and prepare for remote site deploymentsDevelop and document standardized test methods and processes to ensure repeatability and productivityApply lessons learned to the improvement of test proceduresOversee preflight and post-test briefings with the flight test teamFormulate expectations for test data based on historical dataLead test team training, track training/currency qualifications, and mentor team membersWork under minimal directionBasic 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 statement5+ years of experience working on flight test program, preferably as a flight test engineer5+ years of experience with the principles of flight test OR experience directly supporting flight test operationsExperience supporting a military flight test programCapable of travelling as required, up to 25% domestically and internationallyPreferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience): Level 5: 10 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experienceAn active U.S. Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)Experience leading flight test execution in a control room environment as a test conductor and/or test directorExperience authoring test plans and test cards in support of a military flight test programExperience as a Cost Account Manager (CAM)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.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 for Lead level (Level 4): $113,900 - $154,100Summary Pay Range for Senior level (Level 5): $136,000 - $184,000Language Requirements:Not ApplicableEducation:Bachelor's Degree or EquivalentRelocation:This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.Export Control Requirement: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.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 U.S. Secret Clearance Pre-Start and final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.Visa Sponsorship:Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.Contingent Upon Award ProgramThis position is not contingent upon program awardShift:Shift 1 (United States of America)Stay safe from recruitment fraud! The only way to apply for a position at Boeing is via our Careers website. Learn how to protect yourself from recruitment fraud - Recruitment Fraud WarningBoeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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Created: 2025-12-16