Engine Installations/Auxiliary Power Unit Engineers (Associate or Experienced)

Job Description

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Boeing Commercial Airplanes (BCA) is looking for Engine Installations/Auxiliary Power Unit Engineers (Associate or Experienced) to join our team in Everett, WA.

The B-52 Commercial Engine Replacement Program (CERP) is modernizing the B-52H airframe with a new underwing twin pod propulsion package featuring new F130 engines provided by Rolls-Royce. Our team will be retrofitting an airframe which conducted its first flight in 1952 and entered service in 1955. The CERP program is a collaboration between BCA and BDS that will enable the USAF to efficiently operate the B-52 through 2050. In addition to replacing the main engines, the CERP program is also adding two new APUs to the outboard struts to give the B-52 internal starting capability. The Auxiliary Starter Air Unit (ASAU) and Installation Analysis team is seeking qualified candidates to join our team as we complete the second phase of the program culminating with CDR in March 2026 and continuing through detail design, component testing,  hardware build up, ASAU and main engine development testing, ultimately aircraft modification and flight testing. We’re responsible for the detailed design, performance and safety analysis, test and certification of the ASAU and the ASAU’s installation. Our team also leads the analysis, test and certification of the engine installation across a broad range of technical topics including engine fuel & oil systems, fire safety, in-flight restarting, component cooling, and accessory gear box integration. We also provide military certification technical support to the customer, the United States Air Force.

 

 

Responsibilities:

• Supports the development, qualification, and military certification of the ASAU/main engine installation onto the B-52H platform.

• Supports requirements definition, validation and verification in support of military airworthiness certification.

• Supports the generation of certification data in coordination with the USAF.

• Supports trade studies for ASAU installation architecture.

• Authors and approve test  plans to execute component and engine/airplane level testing that will be used to support compliance to military airworthiness requirements.

• Coordinates with Honeywell, the USAF and, Rolls-Royce and component suppliers.

• Owns B-52 main engine installations analysis engineering projects.

• Drives team activities which support the development, qualification, and military certification of the twin pod engine installation onto the B-52J platform in the areas of fire safety, component cooling, fuel heating/oil cooling, engine starting, among others.

• Owns requirements definition, validation and verification in support of military airworthiness certification.

• Owns the generation of certification data in coordination with the USAF.

• Drives trade studies for engine installation architecture.

 

 Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in Engineering

• 3+ years of related work experience

               

Skills & Qualifications:

• 5+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

• Experience with engine design, analysis and/or engine fire safety

• Excellent communication skills; ability to clearly communicate verbally and written is required

• Self-motivated and willing to work in a highly dynamic, often ambiguous, team oriented atmosphere

• Must be able to manage and prioritize competing priorities in support of key milestones

• Represent the company professionally in demanding environments involving suppliers and USAF leadership

• Ability to formulate proposals and problem solve with limited definition of data and requirements

• Able to work effectively with geographically diverse design centers to accomplish desired results

• Experience with APUs is preferred

• Experience with Interface Control Documents and Controls preferred

• Experience with FAA or military certification is preferred

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to drive projects to closure

• Desire to work with counterparts in Oklahoma City, Rolls-Royce, Honeywell and the Air Force

• Experience working complex projects

• Experience with development programs

• Some travel may be required

Union:

This is a Union represented position.

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.

Total Rewards & Pay Transparency:

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 Associate (Level 2): $94,350 - $127,650

Summary pay range Experienced (Level 3) : $114,750 - $155,250

Applications for this position will be accepted until Dec. 30, 2025

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.

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.