Electro-Optics/Infrared Lab Test Engineer (Entry-Level or Associate)

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 Electro-Optics/Infrared (EOIR) Physics Laboratory within Boeing Test and Evaluation (BT&E) is seeking an Electro Optics / Infrared Lab Test Engineer in Berkeley, MO to assist in lab execution and innovation activities. This will include designing, developing, and performing various optical measurements not limited to tests of aircraft displays and lighting, optical properties of materials, infrared thermography, and sensor laser protection.

The selected candidate will work in a team environment with opportunities to lead and develop tests with support of team lead and senior engineers. 

This position rolls up to the BT&E Electromagnetics test capability with opportunities to also support labs specializing in Radar Cross Section testing, Electromagnetic Interference / Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMI/EMC) testing, Antenna Pattern testing locally in St. Louis as well as across the enterprise.

BT&E is currently hiring for a broad range of experience levels including Entry-Level and Associate level EO/IR Engineers.

Position Responsibilities Include:

• Assists in developing and validating requirements for various communication, sensor, electronic warfare and other electromagnetic systems and components

• Assists in the development and validation of electromagnetic requirements for electrical\electronic systems, mechanical systems, interconnects and structures

• Assists in developing architectures to integrate components into higher level systems and platforms

• Performs trade studies, modeling, simulation and other forms of analysis to predict component and interconnects performance and to optimize design around established requirements

• Defines and conducts simple tests to validate performance of designs to requirements

• Collects and analyzes data on supplier and partner performance to ensure compliance to requirements

• Provides support to products throughout their lifecycle from manufacturing to customer use by recommending engineering solutions to issues

• Supports project management by preparing and presenting project status data

• Writes simple sections of proposals to support development of new business

• Works under general supervision

 Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• This position requires the ability to obtain a US Security Clearance for which the US Government requires US Citizenship. A final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus in Electrical, Mechanical or Aeronautical), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement

• Willing to travel up to 10%

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Level 2: 2 or more years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

• Bachelor degree or higher in Electrical Engineering or Physics/Optics

• Experience with Electro Optical development programs (ex: producing specifications, tolerances, simulations, assembly, integration and test of fiber optic (F/O) sensors, systems and components, including sensors, lasers, fiber-optics, and telecommunications products)

• Experience with Electro Optical laboratory testing of antennas and/or RF/microwave/electro-optical components

• Active U.S. Secret or higher Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)

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.

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 Entry-Level: $73,950 - $100,050

Summary pay range Associate Level: $91,800 - $124,200

Applications for this position will be accepted until Apr. 02, 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.

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.

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.

Experience Level
Individual Contributor
Contingent Upon Program Award
No, this position is not contingent upon program award

Schedule
Full time

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.