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Senior Propulsion Aerodynamicist

Everett, Washington Job ID JR2025456105 Category Engineering - Flight Post Date May. 27, 2025
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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.

Boeing Commercial Airplanes is currently seeking a Senior Propulsion Aerodynamicist (Level 4) to join our Flight Sciences team based in Everett, WA.

As a Senior Propulsion Engineer, you will be responsible for evaluating and enhancing the overall aerodynamic design of our systems, with a primary focus on one of the following specialized areas: high lift aerodynamics, high-speed aerodynamics, propulsion aerodynamics, or aerodynamic flight testing and validation. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a high level of proficiency in aerodynamics, coupled with a creative and inquisitive mindset that drives innovative solutions. Your expertise will be crucial in advancing our propulsion systems and ensuring optimal performance in a variety of flight conditions.


Position Responsibilities:

  • Leads the performance analysis and aerodynamic design for flight vehicles and their components.

  • Establishes a standardized scope and framework for design processes and identifies common tools.

  • Develops strategies and drives improvement of vehicle design, performance, safety, and development cycle times.

  • Develops strategies and leads the advancement of technology readiness levels to create, validate and implement new designs, test processes, analysis methods, and procedures.

  • Evaluates and integrates the aerodynamic design's impact on the overall aircraft, considering factors such as stability and control, aircraft performance, systems operation, and structural impacts.

  • Oversees analyses and testing to ensure compliance with requirements.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

  • Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science.

  • 5+ years of experience in propulsion or aerodynamics engineering or a related field.

  • 3+ years of experience in one or more of the following areas: high lift aerodynamics, high-speed aerodynamics, propulsion aerodynamics, or aerodynamic flight testing and validation.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • Experience with advanced aerodynamic modeling techniques and tools.

  • Familiarity with industry standards and regulations related to aerodynamics and propulsion systems.

  • Proven track record of successful project management and leadership in engineering projects.

  • Experience with software tools for data analysis and visualization (e.g., MATLAB, Python).

  • Knowledge of emerging technologies and trends in propulsion and aerodynamics.

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.

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 for Senior (Level 4): $121,500 - $164,450


Applications for this position will be accepted until Jun. 05, 2025


Export Control Requirements: This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, 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.

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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