Experienced or Senior Guidance Navigation & Control Engineer

Job Description

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Boeing Commercial Airplanes (BCA) is looking for an Experienced or Senior Guidance Navigation & Control Engineer to join our Out-of-Production (OoP) Mechanical (Mech) Systems Design Engineering (DE) team based in Seal Beach, CA.

The OoP Mech Systems DE team is responsible for Continued Operational Safety Program (COSP), Safety Related Problem (SRP); As well as Support to BCA Production, BGS Modifications, BGS Boeing Converted Freighter program, BGS Spares, Service Engineering and Production Engineering changes for OoP aircraft.

This role is integral to our commitment to safety and compliance with FAA regulations. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of design principles, aircraft performance, and regulatory requirements, ensuring that our aircraft meet the highest safety standards.

Primary responsibilities:

• Gathers, defines and documents system level requirements to support flight control and mission or trajectory requirements definition. Resolves requirement conflicts.
• Work to ensure world-class Mechanical Systems by collaborating with other organizations such as Aerodynamics Performance and Stability & Control, Structures, Flight Deck Crew Operations, Pilots, Electrical Systems, Systems Stress, Customer Services & Airline Customers, Factory and Flight Line Operations, Supplier Management, Airplane Safety and many others.
• Perform new detail design, as well as participate in troubleshooting and resolution of in-service issues. Equipment includes components such as linear actuators, servo valves, rotary actuators / gearboxes, cable system components, pilot controls (i.e. column, wheel, rudder pedals, switches, etc.), torque tubes, linkages, ball-screws, various sensor types, etc.
• Opportunities for mechanical engineering engagement in Flight Controls and Mechanical Systems include work in Primary Flight Controls (e.g. pilot controls, elevators, horizontal stabilizer, rudder, ailerons, and spoilers/speed-brakes), High Lift Systems (i.e. leading edge flaps or slats, and trailing edge flaps), Landing Gear Systems (e.g., Gear Actuation, Steering, and Braking), and Hydraulic Systems.
• Requirements definition, conducting various types of analysis, use of CAD/CAM systems such as CATIA, and math modeling with tools such as Simulink and EASY5.
• Participate in design reviews and engage in supplier coordination. Utilize project management tools to ensure project success and timeliness (e.g. scheduling, technical risk oversight, deliverables tracking).
• Define verification methods such as component, system-level and airplane-level testing, and participate in that testing.
• Participate in activities related to certification of Boeing products with regulatory agencies.
• Works with the OoP Chief Program Engineer (CPE) office as the Responsible Engineer on COSP/SRP projects for OoP aircraft
• Organizes design reviews with SMEs, formulates path forward with findings and prepares technical presentations for executive review boards of potential safety items
• Supports BGS Spares and Service Engineering
• Works under minimal direction

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills and Experience):

• Level 3: 5+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Level 4: 9+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering or engineering technology
• 2+ years’ experience using CATIA v5 and ENOVIA
• 2+ years’ experience with Boeing commercial aircraft

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills and Experience):

• Advanced degree in Engineering or a related field.
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Experience presenting to senior leadership
• Strong collaborative skills to deal with multiple team functions
• Experience reviewing/approving Service Bulletins
• Willingness to expand into technical areas without prior experience.

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:

• Experienced (Level 3): $108,800 - $147,200
• Senior (Level 4): $135,150 - $182,850

Applications for this position will be accepted until Jul. 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.