Propulsion Engineer

Job Description

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Boeing Propulsion Systems Engineering is seeking Propulsion Systems Engineers in Everett, WA, to work in an onsite role.

This candidate would be supporting the Propulsion Controls Center of Excellence, a core team that supports commercial airplane models currently in production and in service. The ideal candidate will have prior experience and knowledge with engine controls or thrust reverser actuation systems on aircraft. This candidate will be responsible for the system safety analysis and certification of engine control software and/or thrust reversers and similar propulsion component mechanisms.

They will be authoring certification documents such as system safety assessments, certification test plans/reports/summaries, system description documentation, and equipment qualification tests and reports. It is important that this candidate will ensure proper coordination across products, platforms and functional areas to promote a culture of compliance to requirements and application of procedures to FAA guidance.

Position Responsibilities:

• Coordinates extensively with other engineering disciplines and propulsion system suppliers/ industry partners.

• Provides definition of requirements for propulsion systems, auxiliary power systems and vehicle fuel and tank systems.

• Provides definitions, coordination and control of the functional and physical interfaces between the propulsion system and the vehicle.

• Develops specifications and configuration concepts for associated vehicle systems to meet customer and regulatory requirements.

• Develops various testing, analysis, modeling and simulation tools to estimate or calculate system performance.

• Provides definition and supports performance of certification tests for propulsion sub-systems and components.

• Supports aircraft production and the operating fleet to assure continued reliability and airworthiness.

• Utilizes and applies Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) principles to speed innovation, increase operating efficiencies and assist in development, integration and certification of complex systems.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor's degree (or higher) from an accredited course of study in engineering or related field.

• 2+ years of engineering experience in propulsion systems

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• 5+ years of engineering experience in propulsion systems

• Experience in System Safety Analyses (Failure Hazard Assessment, Fault Tree Analysis)

• Experience integrating complex systems across multi-disciplinary teams.

• Systems engineering experience (Specification Control Documents, logic diagrams, Interface Control Documents, etc...)

• Familiarity with Development Assurance processes and methodology

• Equipment Qualification experience

• Knowledge of Part 33 and Part 25 Federal Airworthiness Regulation (FAR) compliance for propulsion systems.

• Knowledge of development, production and certification testing and/or qualification processes and procedures, including knowledge of governing regulations and compliance requirements.

• Knowledge of propulsion system analysis principles, processes, methods, and tools for aerospace vehicles and their components, including company and industry standards and practices.

• Excellent communication skills

• Ability to interface with factory personnel, engine and component suppliers.

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.

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): $81,600 - $110,400

Summary pay range Experienced (Level 3): $100,300 - $135,700

Applications for this position will be accepted until Oct. 17, 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

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.