C-17 Avionics Hardware/Cognizant Engineer (Electronic Sys Design & Analy)

Job Description

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The C-17 Development Hardware team is currently looking for a C-17 Avionics Hardware/Cognizant Engineer (Electronic Sys Design & Analy) to join their team in Long Beach, CA . This organization supports Boeing's C-17 Program, the world's premier military airlift capability.

We are looking for a solid C-17 Avionics Hardware/Cognizant Engineer (Electronic Sys Design & Analy) . This position will include support for the entire product lifecycle, including requirements analysis, systems design, lab design/specification, integration testing, flight test, technical sub-contractor management, field support and customer interactions. You will integrate and coordinate activities related to technical design across internal groups, suppliers and customers. This role is the Engineering focal for the production and field sustainment of C-17 Avionics Line Replaceable Units (LRUs) and their associated equipment. You will be responsible for meeting the overall LRU technical performance, quality cost and on-time delivery of product and services. You will be accountable for customer happiness and success within your area of responsibility.

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at the Long Beach, CA facility.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• 5-10+ years of experience with Hardware and LRU development, test and qualification

• Knowledgeable in subsystem design, requirement allocation and technical supplier management

• Critical analysis and problem-solving skills across systems, hardware and software architecture

• Practical experience with lab equipment for hardware development, troubleshooting and data capture

This position requires the ability to obtain an active U.S. Security Clearance. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Military aircraft program experience

• MIL-STD-1553B, ARINC-429 and Ethernet architecture and knowledge

• Flight Controls systems experience

• Experience with Agile development methodologies

• Strong leadership, team building and mentoring skills

Typical Education/Experience:

• Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (including manufacturing engineering technology), computer science, engineering data science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 5 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience or non-US equivalent qualifications. In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.

Shift:

This position is for 1st shift

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

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 are 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 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: 119,850 - 162,150

Applications for this position will be accepted until May. 29, 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

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.

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.