Senior Test & Evaluation Engineer (Flight/Mission/System Test)

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Edwards Air Force Base, CA, USA
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135K-183K Annually
Senior level
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The Role
Leads developmental ground and flight testing for B-52 programs, including test planning, procedure development, execution, calibration readiness, data collection, analysis, validation, and customer reporting. Designs test fixtures and calibration systems, develops processing tools and algorithms, resolves test issues, conducts team debriefs, trains personnel, and guides test hardware, software, and system design. The role requires military flight-test experience, active Secret clearance, and significant leadership experience.
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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 Test and Evaluation (BT&E) is looking for a Senior Test & Evaluation Engineer (Flight/Mission/System Test) to join our Bombers team at Edwards Air Force Base (AFB), CA.
This position supports developmental ground and flight testing the B-52 Stratofortress programs. The Boeing Company supports multiple platforms at Edwards AFB in conjunction with 419th Flight Test Squadron, Global Power Bomber Combined Test Force (CTF), working directly with government and industry partners to improve the warfighting capabilities of the United States Air Force. This position will focus on test planning, test execution, problem identification and resolution, data collection and analysis, and customer interaction in a fast-paced team environment.
Edwards AFB is the home of the 412th Test Wing and the 2nd largest Air Force base. The Test Wing oversees base day-to-day operations and provides support for over 10,000 military, federal, civilian, and contract personnel assigned to a 481-square mile installation. The 412th Test Wing plans, conducts, analyzes, and reports on all flight and ground testing of aircraft, weapons systems, software and components as well as modeling and simulation for the U.S. Air Force. There are three core components for this mission: flying operations, maintenance, and engineering.
Position Responsibilities Include:
  • Develops and documents standardized test methods and processes to ensure repeatability and productivity
  • Leads the development of test procedures
  • Applies lessons learned to the improvement of test procedures
  • Designs calibration system/test fixtures. Develops data processing tools and algorithms
  • Generates calibration procedures and software
  • Guides others in the design of test hardware, software and systems to achieve test requirements
  • Oversees debriefing of the test team. Leads the analysis, processing and formatting of data to customer requirements
  • Approves test data prior to delivery to customer
  • Formulates expectations for test data based on historical data
  • Performs functions as required to ensure calibration system readiness and data validity
  • Trains others
  • Works under minimal direction

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
  • This position requires an active Secret U.S. Security Clearance. (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active.)
  • Experience supporting a military flight test program
  • 5+ years of experience with flight test, flight operations, or system test
  • 5+ years of experience in complex test planning, development, and execution
  • 3+ years of experienced as a Test Conductor, Test Director and Lead Verification Engineer

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
  • Previous lead or leadership experience
  • Experience with radar systems
  • Experience leading or managing projects and teams
  • Experience do you have with production, maintenance planning, and/or testing of commercial or military aircraft sub-systems and components including flight controls, landing gear, fuels, fire detection, propulsion (engine and APU), environmental controls, and avionics

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.
Conflict of Interest:
Successful candidate for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
Union:
This is a union represented position
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: $135,150 - $182,850
Applications for this position will be accepted until Nov. 21, 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 an active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)
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 equivalent degree
  • Active Secret U.S. Security Clearance
  • U.S. citizenship or qualifying U.S. Person status for export control compliance
  • Experience supporting a military flight test program
  • At least 5 years of experience with flight test, flight operations, or system test
  • At least 5 years of experience in complex test planning, development, and execution
  • At least 3 years of experience as a Test Conductor, Test Director, or Lead Verification Engineer
  • Previous lead or leadership experience
  • Experience with radar systems
  • Experience leading or managing projects and teams
  • Experience with production, maintenance planning, or testing of commercial or military aircraft subsystems and components

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Boeing Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Retirement Support — Boeing says most nonunion employees receive a dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match up to 10% of pay with immediate vesting. Eligible employees may also qualify for a student-loan-related 401(k) match feature.
  • Healthcare Strength — Medical offerings include preventive care, doctor visits, hospital care, prescription drugs, and behavioral health services, alongside dental, vision, disability, and basic life insurance. This breadth is consistently described across Boeing’s published benefits materials.
  • Parental & Family Support — Eligible employees are offered 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave. Adoption and surrogacy assistance are also described, subject to program limits and eligibility rules.

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