KC-46 Airplane Integration Office (AIO) Certification Systems Engineer (Lead or Senior)

Job Description

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Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) Mobility, Surveillance & Bombers (MS&B) is seeking a KC-46 Airplane Integration Office (AIO) Certification Systems Engineer within the KC-46 AIO in Everett, WA.

This role requires the selected candidate to lead Military Certification integration between KC-46 engineering teams, the customer, and regulatory agencies.  In this role, the candidate will be responsible for ensuring Military Flight Release (MFR) is obtained from the Air Force prior to Production Acceptance Testing (PAT) at the Military Delivery Center.  This position offers the ability to broaden knowledge of the KC-46, and its systems, across multiple engineering disciplines.  It requires the individual to develop a deep knowledge of military and commercial certification processes.

The ideal candidate will be willing to stretch beyond their experience base and lead where process definition may not exist or is unclear.  The candidate will be self-motivated, quickly understand complex technical concepts across multiple disciplines, and be able to provide technical recommendations to program leadership regarding Mil Cert strategy.

Our teams are currently hiring for a broad range of experience levels including Lead or Senior Level Engineers.

Position Responsibilities:

• Integrate with USAF customer and Boeing technical and certification teams to ensure military certification requirements are met.
• Performs airworthiness/certification reviews, identifies certification basis, and prepares documentation for certification submittal.
• Lead airworthiness/certification risk assessments and support the development of mitigation plans.
• Demonstrate clear understanding of the interrelationships between Amended Type Certification (ATC), Supplemental Type Certification (STC), and Military Type Certification (MTC).
• Mentor other team members and IPTs in Military Certification processes.
• Leads an interdisciplinary, collaborative approach to plan, design, develop, and verify lifecycle balanced system of systems and system solutions.
• Identify potential program Mil Cert risks, opportunities, and areas of improvement.  
• Provide technical guidance to Program Leadership for innovative solutions to systems engineering challenges.

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at the listed location.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement.
• 5+ years of experience in Systems Safety, Systems Engineering, and/or Product Design experience.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Level 4: 5 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Level 5: 10 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with Military or Commercial aircraft design and/or analysis experience within Airframe, Flight Sciences, Interiors, Propulsion, or Systems.
• Experience working with the regulatory agencies and/or ODA (Organization Designation Authorization) on Type Certification projects.
• Experience communicating verbally and in writing, to a variety of audiences including regulatory agencies representation, ODA Leadership, Engineering Unit Members (E-UM) & Project Administrators (PA), and Program & Functional Leaders.
• Experience investigating and finding solutions to complex technical or regulatory issues.
• Knowledge and/or experience with Military and/or FAA certifications.

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility. Note: Basic relocation will be offered for eligible internal candidates.

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.

Union:

This is a union-represented position.

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 Lead level (Level 4): $141,100 - $190,900

Summary pay range for Senior level (Level 5): $170,850 - $231,150

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.

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.