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Senior P-8 Pilot Subject Matter Expert

Hazelwood, Missouri Job ID JR2026502021 Category Security Clearance Role Type Onsite Post Date Mar. 27, 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.

Boeing Government Training Engineering is looking for a Senior P-8 Pilot Subject Matter Expert to join the P-8A Training Systems Mission Assurance Team in Hazelwood, MO. Selected candidate will support software and hardware testing to include device delivery acceptance testing with the customer for the Operational Flight Trainer (OFT) and Weapon System Trainer (WST) across current and upcoming contracts and projects. The candidate will support test activities for P-8A U.S. Navy and P-8A FMS Foreign Military training device testing at facilities in Hazelwood, MO; Jacksonville, FL; Whidbey Island, WA; Australia; South Korea; Germany; and Canada, with potential for new customers.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Conduct testing of simulators converted from the 737 to the P-8 to ensure Level D-equivalent performance and functionality
  • Verify fixes by retesting previously discovered anomalies
  • Analyze, review, and validate test data and acceptance test procedures
  • Operate the Operational Flight Trainer (OFT), Weapon System Trainer (WST), and other training devices as required
  • Support hardware and software testing and assist in the development of training requirements for P-8 training systems customers
  • Develop and write Acceptance Test Plans and Procedures
  • Prepare user-level documentation, customer briefings, and tracking metrics
  • Interface with project teams, management, and technical staff to define and implement engineering solutions
  • Review and edit subsystem and system-level requirements and designs
  • Provide on-site customer assistance to support the introduction and acceptance of new training equipment
  • Research and ensure compliance with customer and regulatory authority requirements and industry standards
  • Lead and review Boeing processes across organizations for defining customer products, delivery, and support
  • Develop or revise processes to support customer requirements or company guideline changes
  • Work under minimal direction and meet contractual milestones
  • Off shift, overtime and weekend work may be required

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

  • 8+ years of experience as a 737, P-8, or P-3 pilot
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher
  • Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally 20% of the time

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • P-8 Instructor Pilot or WTI qualified
  • Operational experience with deployed maritime operations
  • Experience with Air-to-Air Refueling procedures
  • Experience using P-8A Aircrew Training Devices (such as WTT, PTT, OFT, MSDT, ECs)
  • Technical Bachelor’s degree or higher

Conflict of Interest:

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) 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: $122,400- $165,600


Applications for this position will be accepted until Apr. 10, 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.

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