Senior K-9 Handler

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 Senior K-9 Handler to join the team in Seattle, WA.
Boeing is looking for an experienced and motivated K9 Handler to join a team of experts focused on supporting the mission to protect company people, property, and information. You will utilize standard processes, tools, and templates required to enable a compliant and robust program. The primary focus of the program is to enable effective preparation for and efficient response to emergencies and disasters to save lives.
Position Responsibilities:

• Protects company assets by conducting screening, emergency response and K-9 training and care
• Sweeps aircraft, cargo, vehicles, buildings, etc. for explosives
• Identifies risks and participates in processes that require integration across functions
• Responds to emergency assistance requests by operating specialized tools, equipment and apparatus
• Documents incidents and participate in after-action reviews to meet requirements with internal/external support personnel
• Coordinates maintenance training for internal and external Explosives Detection Dog teams
• Trains with less experienced personnel with security and/or K-9 related tasks
• Provides K-9 demonstrations for safety and education events
• Maintains required certifications and licenses

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• 3+ years of experience working K9 Explosive Detection
• Completed an accredited K-9 Explosives Ordinance Detection Course

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• 3+ years of experience handling an explosive detection K9 in an operational role
• Current CDL with Hazardous Material Endorsement

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: $119,000 - $161,000
Applications for this position will be accepted until Jun. 08, 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
Relocation
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
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.