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Lead, Senior or Expert Test & Evaluation Engineer - PAC-3

Huntsville, Alabama Job ID JR2026508015 Category Security Clearance Role Type Onsite Post Date May 06, 2026 Security Clearance Required
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Job Description

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The Integrated Air and Missile Defense (IAMD) Systems Engineering, Integration and Test (SEIT) organization is seeking a Lead, Senior or ExpertTest & Evaluation Engineer to serve as the Patriot Advanced Capability-3 (PAC-3) Test Technical Lead Engineer in Huntsville, AL.

The PAC-3 Engineering Team is responsible for designing RADAR seeker upgrades and next generation concepts, as well as supporting production and special test equipment design. Boeing has a multi-year contract to develop, test, and manufacture the PAC-3 RADAR seeker. This program encompasses concurrent design, test and manufacturing as new upgrades to this complex electro-mechanical assembly are incorporated into production. This long-term program is rapidly growing in Huntsville due to design updates, production growth, and Boeing facilities consolidations. 

The Test Technical Lead will provide technical oversight to SEIT capability Test Conductors as they lead test planning, readiness reviews, and test execution across development, verification, and validation activities for both the PAC-3 seeker system and supporting test equipment. The successful Test Technical Lead Engineer will be familiar with test command media and best practices and adapt it to the PAC-3 system and program, engaging mentees with an Advise, Assist, Check mentality to bring consistency across testing on the program.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Establishes PAC-3 Program Instructions for verification and validation, ensuring consistency with Boeing DPs, BPIs, and BPGs

  • Coordinates a multi-skilled (electrical, mechanical, project, systems, etc.) engineering team to develop and execute effective testing strategies from planning through data review

  • Leads the development of test system requirements and verification methodologies during verification and validation activities

  • Leads Root Cause/Corrective Action (RCCA) investigations and resolutions on issues relating to test activities

  • Ensures Technical Readiness Review rigor

  • Supports program Risk, Issues, and Opportunities (RIO) management board

  • Supports testing aspect of proposal preparation

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)

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

  • 8 or more years of experience in analysis of requirements, architecture design and product design

  • 8 or more years of experience leading a multi-skilled (electrical, mechanical, project, systems, etc.) engineering teams

  • 8 or more years of experience executing Tests to verify and validate requirements

  • Experience in missile system development and weapon system integration

  • Experience using technical and program management techniques to manage large-scale technical development efforts

  • Experience mentoring junior engineers

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • Masters or Doctorate of Science degree in Engineering or related science or technology field degree

  • Experience in pulse doppler radar system architectures and design/test practices

  • Experience with PAC-3 Seeker development, qualification, testing, and fielding

  • Experience developing test requirements and procedures to validate meet system and component level development requirements

  • Experience with early program lifecycle development and risk reduction activities

  • Responsible for Enterprise Standard Gated Process (ESGP), where you will establish criteria and artifacts and have approval authority for key program milestones (PDR, CDR, etc.)

  • Expertise in multiple domains including digital/analog/mixed signal design, embedded systems, power electronics, RF, systems engineering, or optical system design

  • Experience leading development of architectural approaches from customer and system requirements

  • Extensive experience managing/leading engineering projects

  • Proven experience effectively communicating and collaborating on multi-discipline teams

Typical Education / Experience:

Lead: 9 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience or non-US equivalent qualifications

Senior: 14 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience or non-US equivalent qualifications

Expert: 20 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience or non-US equivalent qualifications

Conflict of Interest:

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility. Basic relocation is offered for internal candidates.

Shift:

This is a 1st shift position.

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.

Total Rewards & Pay Transparency:

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:

Lead (Level 4): $126,650 - $171, 350

Senior (Level 5): $154,700 - $209,300

Expert (Level 6): $188,700 - $255,300


Applications for this position will be accepted until May. 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.

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