Mechanical Control Systems Design Engineer (Experienced or Lead)

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Oklahoma City, OK, USA
In-Office
96K-160K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Information Technology • Software • Cybersecurity • Design • Defense • Manufacturing
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The Role
Designs, analyzes, documents, and validates mechanical, hydraulic, fluid, thermal, and control systems for aerospace vehicles. Responsibilities include developing system requirements, producing 2D and 3D design documentation, performing system analyses, managing supplier activities, supporting testing and production, leading technical reviews, coordinating planning, and coaching engineers. The role is fully onsite in Oklahoma City and requires U.S. Person status, Secret clearance eligibility, and post-start interim or final clearance.
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The Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) Mobility, Surveillance and Bombers (MS&B) organization is seeking a Mechanical Control Systems Design Engineer (Experienced or Lead) to join the Air Vehicle Engineering team located in Oklahoma City, OK.
Our teams are currently hiring for a broad range of experience levels including Experienced or Lead Level Engineers.
Position Responsibilities:
Experienced (Level 3)
  • Supports the development and documentation of mechanical and fluid system and thermal environment requirements to establish the system design.
  • Supports the development, maintenance, or modification of system, component, and installation designs/proposals to provide design documentation to downstream groups.
  • Performs and documents analyses to validate and verify systems and components meet requirements and specifications.
  • Contributes to supplier development, test, and production activities and directs the supplier to optimize integration and achieve program goals.
  • Supports system components' designs/proposals standards to provide installation and detail documentation.
  • Trains others.
  • Works under general direction.

Lead (Level 4)
  • Lead and provide technical quality review of the development and documentation of mechanical and fluid systems to establish the system design.
  • Lead activities to validate and verify mechanical and fluid systems requirements.
  • Lead the development, maintenance, or modification of system components' designs/proposals to provide installation and detail documentation.
  • Lead technical meetings and planning efforts, presenting technical information to wide range of audiences.
  • Manage supplier development, test, and production activities and directs the supplier to optimize integration and achieve program goals.
  • Prioritize, delegate, and track performance and documentation of analyses of fluid systems/mechanisms/landing gear/ordnance components and systems selecting appropriate methods to validate or assess the design.
  • Support proposal preparation and new business development efforts.
  • Train and coach others.
  • Work under minimal direction.

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite in Oklahoma City, OK.
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
  • 3+ years of experience with mechanical systems
  • 3+ years of experience with hydraulic and/or mechanical control systems
  • 3+ years of experience with basic aerodynamics/fluid mechanics principles
  • 1+ years of experience working conceptual, preliminary and detailed design including 2D drawings and 3D deliverables.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
  • Level 4: 5+ years related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Active U.S. Secret Clearance or higher
  • Experience reading and interpreting engineering schematics, and specifications
  • Experience performing hydraulic / fluid system analysis, preferably using MATLAB and/or Easy5 software
  • 3+ years of experience designing tooling using CAD/CAM software, preferably CATIA
  • Experience producing technical reports and presentations
  • Strong written, verbal communications and presentation skills
  • Familiarity with engineering processes and methods
  • Experience working with cross functional teams
  • Experience with Model Based Development tools.

Conflict of Interest:
Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
Relocation:
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.
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): $96,060 - $129,950
Lead level (Level 4): $118,150 - 159,850
Oklahoma Tax Credit:
If you have an engineering degree from an ABET accredited college or university in Oklahoma and are not currently working in the aerospace sector in Oklahoma, you may qualify for a $5000 tax credit from the state of Oklahoma for up to five years. Click here for more information on the tax credit.
Applications for this position will be accepted until Sept. 03, 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.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, or a directly related non-U.S. equivalent qualification
  • 3 or more years of experience with mechanical systems
  • 3 or more years of experience with hydraulic and/or mechanical control systems
  • 3 or more years of experience with basic aerodynamics or fluid mechanics principles
  • At least 1 year of experience with conceptual, preliminary, and detailed design, including 2D drawings and 3D deliverables
  • 5 or more years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience for Level 4
  • Active U.S. Secret Clearance or higher
  • Experience reading and interpreting engineering schematics and specifications
  • Experience performing hydraulic or fluid system analysis using MATLAB and/or Easy5
  • 3 or more years of experience designing tooling using CAD/CAM software, preferably CATIA
  • Experience producing technical reports and presentations
  • Strong written, verbal communication, and presentation skills
  • Familiarity with engineering processes and methods
  • Experience working with cross-functional teams
  • Experience with Model Based Development tools
  • U.S. Person status as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62
  • Ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance, requiring U.S. citizenship
  • Interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance required post-start
  • Successful completion of the Company's Conflict of Interest assessment process
  • Ability to work 100% onsite in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

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  • Retirement Support Retirement programs are presented as a standout, with a “best-in-class” 401(k), strong matching formulas, and eligibility beginning early for many roles. Administration through Fidelity and an emphasis on long-term savings signal depth and reliability.
  • Parental & Family Support Family-building and caregiving resources include fertility, surrogacy, and adoption assistance, plus child, adult, and elder care support in some locations. These programs reflect a broad approach to supporting different family needs.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Paid time away is described through a comprehensive policy that integrates PTO with overall compensation and incentives. Multiple forms of paid leave and time off are positioned as part of the core package.

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