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Technical Specialist (Associate or Mid-Level)

Berkeley, Missouri Job ID JR2026490524 Category Security Clearance Role Type Onsite Post Date Jan. 16, 2026 Security Clearance Required
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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 Technical Specialist (Associate or Mid-Level) to join the F/A-18 Mission Systems team located in Berkeley, MO. This position will focus on supporting the Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) business organization.

The Mission Systems Software Team develops real-time embedded Operational Flight Program (OFP) software that resides in the heart of the F/A-18 Weapon System, the Mission Computer. The Mission Systems team is responsible for the design, code implementation, and the various levels of testing of the OFP as well as supporting the development of the system and subsystem requirements. This position supports all development activities, as appropriate.

Experience working in a closed engineering environment is preferred and would be beneficial for success in this role. Our teams are currently hiring for a broad range of experience levels including Associate or Mid-Level Technical Specialist.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Security support including documentation and data transfer agent responsibilities
    • Responsible for coordinating compliance activities in a closed work area
    • Maintenance and collection Laptop physical forms
    • Maintenance and collection of Headset forms
    • Add users to networks
    • Review security requirements to process account requests
      • Security and Fire Protection Website
      • Submit tickets using GSEP to Dell once all paperwork is complete
    • Maintain Distribution Lists
    • Assist with classified hardware entry and exit criteria and documentation
    • Media Custodian Agent
  • Facilitation and leadership in team process improvement initiatives
    • Assist in cleaning up technical debt
    • Coordinate meeting/agenda including action tracking
  • Generation and refinement of software integration metrics
    • Coordinate with US Navy focal to provide flight test information to the Boeing team
  • Support execution of Software Quality Management Plan
  • Generating data to support the CAM's via the Earned Value Management System (EVMS)
  • Staffing and Adaptive Planning maintenance
  • Support Meetings ex: Major design milestone reviews, aircrew training, etc.
  • Facilities maintenance requests/escorting (Maximo tickets)
    • Enter tickets for all things related to facilities
    • Escort maintenance team to perform work order
  • Supply orders utilizing Ariba
  • Facility signage orders (name plates/office plates for new employees)
  • Closely coordinate with New Hire Team to participate in onboarding of new employees

This position is expected to be 100% onsite.  The selected candidate will be required to work onsite in Berkeley, MO.

This position requires the ability to obtain a US Security Clearance for which the US Government requires US Citizenship as a condition of employment.

  • An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start may be required.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills and Experience):

  • 2 years' related work experience (familiarity with engineering processes and best practices)
  • Experience with Microsoft Office tools such as: Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills and Experience):

  • Level 3: 4 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Bachelor degree
  • Prior experience working in a classified environment
  • Prior experience facilitating meetings with various partners
  • Risk Opportunity Management experience
  • Experience with data analysis

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. 

The Boeing 401(k) helps you save for your future, with contributions from Boeing that can help you grow your retirement savings. Our best-in-class retirement benefit features:

  • Best in class 401(k) plan: we'll match your contributions dollar for dollar, up to 10% of eligible pay with Immediate 100% vesting
  • Student Loan Match: The Boeing 401(k) Student Loan Match allows eligible enrolled U.S. employees to have their qualified student loan debt payments counted, along with any match-eligible contributions they make, for purposes of determining the Company Match to employees' Boeing 401(k) accounts. 

Summary pay ranges:

Associate (Level 2): $71,400 - $96,600

Mid Level (Level 3): $85,000 - $115,000


Applications for this position will be accepted until Jan. 30, 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

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.

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