Cab Operations Technician (Associate or Experienced)

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.

The Boeing Company is currently seeking a Cab Operations Technician to join the team in Seattle, Washington. This position will support the BT&E Lab Test Northwest, Systems Laboratories organization.

This role will work with our team of engineers and technicians who design, build, operate and maintain our six engineering flight deck simulators, as well as a multi-purpose motion simulator and systems integration facility. These engineering Cabs are all located on the Mezzanine of the 2-122 building at North Boeing Field and are replicas of Boeing commercial airplane flight decks used for a variety of testing, including flight test certification of scenarios too dangerous for the real airplane. The motion cab is used throughout an airplane’s life cycle from early studies of aerodynamic performance to fleet support and accident investigation. 

Cab Operations provides technical support to the myriad complex electro-mechanical hardware and software systems that compose our simulation environments.  This includes loading airplane Line Replaceable Unit (LRU) software, troubleshooting problems on the flight deck, and supporting the lab-specific equipment designed to emulate aircraft response for our cab pilots.  

Our teams are currently hiring for a broad range of experience levels including Associate and Experienced level Cab Operations Technicians.

Position Responsibilities:

• Support to all of our simulation laboratories in a variety of roles

• Lab operations support including, but not limited to:

  • Start Cabs first thing in the morning; power on procedures, check systems, run daily readiness tests and ensure systems are ready for 1st session of the day

  • Support cab integration configuration of cab (config files, scenario files) and data collection systems if required

• Airplane maintenance and technical support including:

  • Load updated / specialized LRU software as needed

• Support emerging needs including:

  • Troubleshooting failed systems

  • Reconfiguring cab systems (e.g., lighting, panels, OTW systems)

• General mezzanine technician operations:

  • Lights, doors, alarms, facilities issues, etc.

  • Fire systems, CO2, all safety issues.

  • Calibration, MATES interface

  • 5S, FOD, Lab Excellence

  • Possible second shift support

• Upgrades, new facilities and development support:

  • MCAB systems

  • Supporting capital projects and system upgrades

  • Cab design / build support

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Experience in a technical role

• 1+ years of experience in any airplane systems

• 1+ years of experience in customer support

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Level 3: 3 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

• Familiarity with avionics

• LOTTO & UV Certification

• Knowledge of BCA commercial airplane & flight deck systems (737MAX, 747, 767, 777ER, 777X, and 787)

• Knowledge of BDS commercial derivative airplane & flight deck systems (747V, Tanker)

• Electro/Mechanical system knowledge of motion control systems

• Experience in maintaining flight simulation systems

• Experience in troubleshooting complex hardware/software systems

• Experience working in Seattle IASL Labs, especially with our Lab Test Northwest simulation (PSIM/IAC) tools and simulation systems

• Microsoft Access experience (used for Operations databases)

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.

Shift:

Additional shifts may be required to support program objectives.

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 Associate level (Level 2): $51,000 – $69,000

Summary Pay Range for Experienced (Level 3):  $59,500 – $80,500

Applications for this position will be accepted until Aug. 15, 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

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.