Flying Testbed Technologist (Experienced, Senior, or Lead)

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 Test & Evaluation (BT&E) Design Build team is seeking a Flying Testbed Technologist to join our team in Berkeley, MO. The selected candidate will be responsible for setting the configuration of a fleet of test bed aircraft in support of rapid development flight testing. Specific tasks will include researching, implementing, and flight-testing novel networks and architectures, adapting new networks to interface with customer equipment, configuring ground station and on-aircraft networks and antennas to support data transmission capabilities, and on-aircraft computing and mission equipment layout and installation.

BT&E is currently hiring for a broad range of experience levels including Experienced, Senior and Lead level Flying Testbed Technologists.

Position Responsibilities Include:

• Perform research and development (R&D) of advanced computing technologies
• Identify, evaluate and recommend emerging advanced technology
• Provide subject matter expertise for customer consultations
• Ensure successful deployment of advanced computing technology
• Contribute to the creation and review of R&D proposals
• Assist in forecasting computational needs and capabilities to address future business requirements
• Influence functional decision makers to use appropriate computational tools and processes

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• 3+ years of experience with radio frequency (RF), modems, wireless, and advanced communications systems
• 3+ years of experience with aircraft modification and mission systems
• 3+ years of experience in mission systems integration

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• 3 or more years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• 5 or more years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active.)
• FAA A&P license
• FAA IA license
• FCC technician license
• Experience with autopilot integration and modification
• Experience with military communication protocols
• Ability to fly on board test aircraft

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 experienced level: $105,400 – $142,600

Summary pay range for senior level: $127,500 - $172,500

Summary pay range for lead level: $149,600 – $202,400

Applications for this position will be accepted until Apr. 10, 2025

Export Control Requirements: 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.
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.