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C-17 Avionics Project Engineer

Long Beach, California Job ID JR2026495940 Category Security Clearance Role Type Onsite Post Date Feb. 25, 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 C-17 Development Hardware team is currently looking for an Experienced Project Engineer to join their team in Long Beach, CA.  This organization supports Boeing’s C-17 Program, the world's premier military airlift capability.

Our teams are currently hiring for a broad range of experience levels including Expert and Consultant Level C-17 Avionics Project Engineer.

At BGS, we are looking for an experienced Project Engineer to be responsible for the technical, schedule and financial baselines of Development and Sustainment projects, mostly centered around C-17 Avionics.  This position will include support for the entire product lifecycle, including business capture/award, baseline establishment, requirement development, supplier subcontracting, systems integration, flight test, field support and customer interactions.  You will integrate and coordinate hardware and software development tasks for a project development lifecycle across internal groups and suppliers.  This role is a focal for executing complex project management that drives schedules forward while minimizing the overall impact on other engineering efforts.  You will be responsible for meeting technical performance, quality, cost and on-time delivery of product and services.  You will be accountable for customer happiness and success throughout the project life cycle.

This position is expected to be 100% onsite.  The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at the Long Beach, CA facility.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

  • 7+ years of experience with Project Management of USG, Aerospace and/or DoD/DoW projects

  • History of managing projects through all phases of Hardware and Software development, test and qualification

  • Knowledgeable in subsystem design, requirement allocation and technical supplier management

  • Critical analysis and problem-solving skills across systems, hardware and software architecture

  • Practical experience with lab equipment for hardware development, troubleshooting and data capture

This position requires the ability to obtain an active U.S. Security Clearance.  An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • 10+ years of experience with Project Management of USG, Aerospace and/or DoD/DoW projects

  • Military aircraft program experience

  • Experience working within a matrixed reporting organization

  • Familiar with PMBOK concepts and their practical applications

  • Knowledge of Agile development methodologies

Typical Education/Experience:

  • Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (including manufacturing engineering technology), computer science, engineering data science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 9 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience or non-US equivalent qualifications. In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.

Shift:

This position is for 1st shift

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

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 are 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 several 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 – Experienced:              146,200 – 197,800

Summary pay range – Consultant:                 176,800 – 239,200


Applications for this position will be accepted until Mar. 13, 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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