Airplane Equipment Installation Design Engineer

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North Charleston, SC, USA
In-Office
92K-185K Annually
Senior level
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The Role
Design and maintain electrical equipment, assemblies, and wire harnesses for the 787 Dreamliner. Create CAD-based product, assembly, and installation designs, support discrepancy dispositions, gather supplier and SOW data, and review inputs for integrated system architecture. Work under general direction and follow documented processes supporting electrical commodity design and manufacture.
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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.
Boeing South Carolina (BSC) is looking for Airplane Equipment Installation Design Engineer (Associate, Experienced or Senior) to join our Equipment Installation team in North Charleston, South Carolina.
Position Overview:
Boeing South Carolina is the home of the 787 Dreamliner. Our team designs, builds and delivers the 787 Dreamliner family of airplanes to customers all over the world. The industry-leading technology of the 787 Dreamliner is creating remarkable opportunities for airlines around the world and dramatically improving the air travel experience. We create a better way to fly for the passengers with more comfort and less fatigue like non-other in the air. We call it the Dreamliner effect.
Want to know how aerospace innovations get off the ground? Join us today to be part of our many diverse teams that come together to create an airplane that lives up to Boeing's principles of safety, quality, and integrity. You will learn more about the people and the products leading the way to the future of air travel. If, this sounds like you and the culture you would like to be part of, we invite you to apply to this role.
Our team is currently hiring for a broad range of experience levels including Associate (Level 2), Experienced (Level 3) or Senior (Level 4) Airplane Equipment Installation Design Engineer.
Primary Responsibilities:
  • Develops and maintains basic electrical product detail, assembly and installation designs (e.g., equipment racks, power panels, cable routing and geometry, antennas).
  • Develops and maintains basic cable/wire harness detail and assembly designs. Assists with engineering design disposition on discrepancies (e.g., rejection tags, production action requests, shop revision requests).
  • Follows documented processes, specifications and procedures that support the design and manufacture of electrical commodities.
  • Collects data to support the development of statements of work.
  • Assists in data gathering of supplier capabilities.
  • Reviews functional and physical input used in the development of integrated design and system architecture.
  • Individual shall be able to work under general direction

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
  • Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus in Mechanical , Aeronautical or Electrical), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement.
  • 2+ years of experience with wire design/wire harness installation and/or equipment installation.
  • 2+ years of experience working with computer aided design (CAD) such as CATIA, Solidworks, Siemens, NX.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/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.
  • Experience in Model-Based Definition (CATIA V5 or higher, Solidworks, Siemens, NX), ENOVIA, and PDM
  • Experience using all the Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
  • Ability to quickly adapt to program tools and procedures
  • Knowledge and ability to understand and interpret engineering drawings.
  • Skill and ability to collect, organize, synthesize, and analyze data; summarize findings; develop conclusions and recommendations from appropriate data sources.

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 statement:
This is a not a union-represented position.
Pay and 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:
  • Associate (Level 2): $91,800 - $124,200
  • Experienced (Level 3): $112,200 - $151,800
  • Senior (level 4): $136,850 - $185,150

Applications for this position will be accepted until Jul. 14, 2026
Export Control Requirements:
This is not an Export Control position.
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.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Aeronautical or Electrical), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or equivalent
  • 2+ years experience with wire design, wire harness installation and/or equipment installation
  • 2+ years experience working with CAD such as CATIA, SolidWorks, Siemens NX
  • 5+ years related experience for Level 3 (Experienced)
  • 9+ years related experience for Level 4 (Senior)
  • Experience in Model-Based Definition (CATIA V5 or higher), ENOVIA, and PDM
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Ability to understand and interpret engineering drawings
  • Ability to collect, organize, synthesize, analyze data and summarize findings
  • Ability to quickly adapt to program tools and procedures

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Boeing Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Retirement Support For most U.S. nonunion roles, the company matches 401(k) contributions with immediate vesting, and a student‑loan feature counts eligible payments toward earning the company match. Some union agreements also include robust retirement terms, combining a match up to a set percentage with an additional company contribution.
  • Parental & Family Support Paid parental leave is provided at full pay for birth, adoption, surrogacy, or foster placement, alongside adoption and surrogacy assistance. Family resources such as specialized health programs and backup child and elder care are available.
  • Healthcare Strength Coverage spans medical, dental, and vision plus mental‑health and specialty clinical programs (e.g., cancer support and centers of excellence), with many benefits beginning soon after hire. Virtual care, coaching, and access to licensed therapists are included.

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