Test & Evaluation Engineer/Test Instrumentation (Associate, Mid-Level or Senior)

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North Charleston, SC, USA
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85K-171K Annually
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The Role
Develop and support flight-test instrumentation for Boeing aircraft, including installation drawings, configuration, calibration, functional checks, troubleshooting, and standardized procedures. The engineer will fly onboard test missions, monitor instrumentation systems, perform cabin safety duties, and resolve test configuration anomalies. The role requires an engineering-related bachelor’s degree, commercial aircraft flightline or flight-test experience, U.S. Person status, and the ability to obtain a Secret security clearance.
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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 Test & Evaluation organization is seeking a Test & Evaluation Engineer/Test Instrumentation (Associate, Mid-Level or Senior) at Boeing South Carolina (BSC) located in North Charleston, South Carolina.
The BSC Flight Test team is a dynamic, multi-role team of Engineers responsible for 787 recurrent testing in South Carolina who also participate in test projects across the Enterprise. At Boeing, our engineers use their expertise to create innovative next generation capabilities for a wide variety of amazing aerospace platforms and products. In joining this program, you will be part of an outstanding team of technical engineers making history as we shape this one-of-a-kind next generation Aircraft.
Position Responsibilities:
  • Developing test instrumentation installation drawings and instructions, checkout and calibration procedures and troubleshooting processes.
  • Overseeing installation, perform functional checkout and maintain operation of a variety of flight test aircraft instrumentation systems.
  • Test configuration during airplane build and throughout the test program.
  • Performing functional checks to ensure the test instrumentation system is ready to support daily test activity.
  • Troubleshooting and solving instrumentation and test configuration anomalies or problems.
  • Flying onboard test aircraft missions to monitor and maintain operation of all required instrumentation systems.
  • Verifying calibrations and configuration of equipment and software formats.
  • Perform Cabin Safety duties onboard the test aircraft during the test flights.
  • Develop instructions for test configuration of aircraft.
  • Developing and documenting standardized processes and procedures to ensure repeatability and productivity.

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 commercial aircraft flightline or flight test

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
  • Level 3: 3 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Level 4: 5 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Experience defining and tracking support configurations to correspond with aircraft configurations
  • 1+ years of experience with flight test instrumentation systems

Conflict of Interest:
Successful candidate 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.
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:
Level 2: $85,000-$115,000
Level 3: $103,700-$140,300
Level 4: $126,650-$171,350
Applications for this position will be accepted until Oct. 28, 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 equivalent qualification
  • 3 or more years of experience with commercial aircraft flightline or flight test
  • Level 3: 3 or more years of related work experience or equivalent education and experience
  • Level 4: 5 or more years of related work experience or equivalent education and experience
  • Experience defining and tracking support configurations corresponding with aircraft configurations
  • 1 or more years of experience with flight test instrumentation systems
  • U.S. Person status meeting export control requirements
  • Ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance, with interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance required after starting

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