Senior Development Project Engineer

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.

Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) is seeking an experienced Senior Development Project Engineer to lead the Automatic Ground Collision Avoidance System (AGCAS) program within the F-15EX development portfolio in St. Louis, MO. The selected candidate will be responsible for driving the technical execution and program management of the AGCAS effort, ensuring integration and delivery of this critical safety system. This role requires deep expertise in project engineering, program leadership, and avionics system development.

Position Responsibilities:

• Lead the AGCAS program for the F-15EX from requirements definition through design, development, testing, and delivery
• Act as the primary technical interface between Boeing leadership, the F-15EX customer, and cross-functional teams for all AGCAS-related activities
• Develop, maintain, and execute comprehensive project plans and schedules to meet program objectives and milestones
• Coordinate with systems engineering, software, hardware, test teams, and suppliers to ensure seamless program execution
• Monitor and report on cost, schedule, and technical performance metrics, providing regular updates to leadership and stakeholders
• Identify program risks and opportunities, develop mitigation strategies, and implement corrective actions as needed
• Foster strong working relationships with the customer and internal teams to facilitate communication, issue resolution, and alignment
• Ensure all program deliverables meet quality standards and are submitted on schedule
• Analyze project performance against baseline plans, capture lessons learned, and drive continuous improvement initiatives

This position is expected to be 100% onsite.  The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at Berkeley, MO.

Travel may be required up to 10% of the time; Domestically depending on business needs.

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.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science
• 14 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience   

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience leading software development programs for safety-critical avionics.

Typical Education & Experience:

Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), computer science, engineering data science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 14 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.

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.

Work Shift:

This position will be for first shift.

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: $140,250 - $189,750

Applications for this position will be accepted until Oct. 14, 2025

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.

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.