Senior Special Test Equipment Project Engineer

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El Segundo, CA, USA
In-Office
146K-198K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Information Technology • Software • Cybersecurity • Design • Defense • Manufacturing
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The Role
Lead design and delivery of special test equipment (hardware, software, systems) for multiple programs. Manage schedule, cost, risks, stakeholder coordination, integration, test methods, data expectations, and continuous improvement while supervising teams and reporting metrics.
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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.
The Boeing Company is currently seeking a Senior Special Test Equipment Project Engineer to join the team in El Segundo, California.
This role is for the Boeing Test & Evaluation (BT&E) Special Test Equipment (STE) team. The Project Engineer will be assigned to multiple programs (both commercial and government) and projects. The STE Project Engineer leads their team through the design and delivery of test hardware, software, and systems to meet program test requirements. Serving as the focal point for STE resources; the engineer drives anomaly resolution during STE operations and oversees the integration of both recurring and non-recurring engineering into test system designs.
Position Responsibilities:
  • Cross-functional coordination within BT&E and collaboration with other Space Mission Systems stakeholders to ensure successful STE development and mission-critical test support
  • Schedule development and execution through metrics development and reporting
  • Management of Risks, Issues, and Opportunities (RIO)
  • Lead others in the development of standard test methods and processes and applies advanced test technologies to create or improve test methods
  • Cost estimating - prepares Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) proposals and presents to internal management and external customer
  • Utilizes project management best practices to standardize workflows and develop the team's project management capabilities
  • Reviews critical procedures to identify potential problems and resolve issues
  • Oversees the integration of new design and manufacturing techniques into test hardware/system designs
  • Analyzes processes for potential improvements and recommends associated changes
  • Develops standard policies for post-test activity
  • Works with the enterprise test and engineering group to standardize evaluation techniques
  • Formulates expectations for test data for new or unique tests
  • Leads change initiatives by assessing stakeholder impact, creating communication, adoption plans, tracking post-change adoption and outcomes
  • Establishes and maintains project baselines for scope, schedule, cost, and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), documents assumptions and approvals, and manages controlled changes with variance analysis and leadership reporting
  • Facilitates structured lessons-learned sessions, producing actionable reports, and tracks implementation of improvements and realized benefits

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
  • 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. Top Secret Clearance Post-Start is required
  • This position requires ability to obtain program access, for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship only
  • 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 in Program Management including cost, schedule, and technical environment
  • 3+ years of experience leading and partnering with cross-functional teams, involving key stakeholder relationship management
  • Experience with data analytics platforms, reporting tools, and data visualization (SQL, Tableau, Python, Excel, or equivalent
  • 10+ years of experience working with MS Office Suite, such as Word, Excel and MS Project
  • Experience in a role that required strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively brief and collaborate with various stakeholders, including management, program offices, and military personnel
  • Experience in leading people and large teams with the ability to engage, guide, develop, motivate and support team members
  • Experience performing quantitative and qualitative analyses, problem-solving, and making independent decisions

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent project management certification
  • 5+ years of project management experience, including direct oversight of test or engineering teams
  • Knowledge of test processes and methodologies (functional, integration, system, regression, and acceptance testing
  • Prior experience managing software development projects as a project manager, including coordination with development teams, release planning, and software delivery/ deployment oversight
  • Prior experience developing special test equipment or custom instrumentation to support complex test requirements

Drug Free Workplace:
Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace (DFW) 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.
Conflict of Interest:
Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
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: $146,200 - $197,800
Applications for this position will be accepted until Jun. 26, 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
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. Top 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

  • Ability to obtain U.S. Security Clearance (Top Secret)
  • Ability to obtain program access (U.S. Citizenship required)
  • Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or equivalent
  • 3+ years experience in Program Management including cost, schedule, and technical environment
  • 3+ years leading and partnering with cross-functional teams and stakeholder management
  • Experience with data analytics platforms, reporting tools, and data visualization (SQL, Tableau, Python, Excel or equivalent)
  • 10+ years experience using MS Office Suite such as Word, Excel and MS Project
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills with ability to brief management and military personnel
  • Experience leading people and large teams; ability to engage, develop, motivate and support team members
  • Experience performing quantitative and qualitative analyses, problem-solving, and making independent decisions
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification
  • 5+ years project management experience including direct oversight of test or engineering teams
  • Knowledge of test processes and methodologies (functional, integration, system, regression, acceptance)
  • Prior experience managing software development projects as a project manager
  • Prior experience developing special test equipment or custom instrumentation

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Boeing Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Retirement Support Boeing states a dollar‑for‑dollar 401(k) match on the first 10% of pay for most nonunion U.S. employees with immediate vesting and an annual true‑up, and a student‑loan match feature lets qualified loan payments count toward earning the company match. Union agreements specify strong but different retirement contributions (e.g., automatic company contributions plus matching under IAM terms).
  • Parental & Family Support The company advertises 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave for birth, adoption, surrogacy, or foster placement, alongside adoption and surrogacy reimbursement programs. Back‑up family care resources are also highlighted in benefits materials.
  • Healthcare Strength Comprehensive health and insurance benefits are emphasized, with eligibility generally beginning the first day of the month after hire. Many teammates are eligible for several programs on day one.

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