Systems Engineer (Experienced)

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The Boeing Global Services (BGS) Commercial Modifications Engineering team is seeking an Experienced Systems Engineer to make an immediate impact on key programs, in our Long Beach location.

We are looking for experienced, engaged, motivated, associate systems engineer to join a team of highly skilled Project Engineers supporting Avionics and Airframe, Performance & Systems (AP&S) product lines. This selected candidate will be based in sunny Long Beach, California and will be working on complex work statements in coordination with Engineering, Program Management, and other key supporting organizations. In this high-visibility, high-growth potential position they will be able to combine the deep expertise and resources of the entire Boeing enterprise with the flexibility and fast pace of a post-production modification program to continuously raise the bar for technical excellence and product quality and safety.

Position Responsibilities:

• Leads a cross-functional engineering team focused on project execution for Avionics or AP&S Modifications.
• Identifies technical risks, issues, and opportunities; Develops and executes plans for risk mitigation, issue resolution, and opportunity capture.
• Resolves complex, cross-functional technical challenges, inclusive of leading Technical Design Reviews (TDRs). Partners closely with technical Subject Matter Experts (SME’s) to resolve technical challenges.
• Effectively navigates complex certification efforts, working with FAA and EASA appointed personnel.
• Collaborate with Program Management to develop integrated project plans and project schedules.
• Responds to changes to statement of work, assesses the impact and negotiates proposed changes to determine modifications to the deliverables, resources, costs and schedules.
• Supports project proposal activities by reviewing Statement of Work, assessing potential impact to certification, configuration control, and defines the overall effort required to complete the project.
• Identifies and leads improvement initiatives to improve quality, reduce cost, and reduce project flow.
• Identifies and tracks engineering performance metrics.
• Self-motivated and works under minimal direction.

This position is fully on-site in Long Beach, CA.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor of Science degree or higher from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry.
• 5+ years’ experience in an engineering role.
• Experience with avionics, cabin systems, electrical, structures, or systems engineering.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Experience working in the commercial aircraft modification environment.
• Experience in leading technical teams or projects.
• Experience with FAA certification requirements (14 CFR Part 25 Regulations).
• Experience with FAA Airworthiness Directives.
• Experience with Boeing’s Organization Delegation Authorization (ODA) procedures.
• Advanced knowledge and familiarity with Boeing Commercial Airplanes drawings, documents/procedures (i.e. BPM, BPI, etc.), manuals (i.e. AMM, CMM, etc.), and Service Bulletins.
• Experience with Boeing commercial aircraft platforms.
• Experience with providing briefings to senior level management.
• Demonstrated interest in continuous personal learning and development.
• Ability to lead and uphold a culture of proactive safety, first-time quality, and continuous improvement.
• Ability to quickly learn and work autonomously with limited supervision.

Conflict Of Interest:

Successful Candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict Of Interest (COI) assessment process

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.

General:

All information provided will be checked and may be verified. Please apply ASAP for this role as recruitment may commence before the end date.

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.

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

Summary Pay Range Level 3: $119,850 - $162,150

Applications for this position will be accepted until Mar. 15, 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

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

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.