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Associate Mechanical Systems Flight Test Engineer

Patuxent River Estates, Maryland Job ID JR2026512553 Category Security Clearance Role Type Onsite Post Date Jun. 02, 2026 Security Clearance Required
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Job Description

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Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Associate Mechanical SystemsFlight Test Engineer to support the MQ-25 program in Patuxent River, MD.  The successful candidates will play a critical role in the planning, execution, and analysis of flight tests for the MQ-25 unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV). This position requires a strong background in aerospace Mechanical Systems engineering, flight test operations, and a passion for advancing unmanned systems technology.

The selected candidate(s) will serve as the Liaison between the St. Louis, MO based mechanical systems team and the flight test team based out of Pax River, MD. They will start out with a temporary assignment in St. Louis to familiarize themselves with the team and the systems on the aircraft. Travel may be required up to 20% of the time; Domestically depending on business needs.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Flight Test Planning: Support the development & execution of detailed flight test plans, including objectives, methodologies, and safety protocols for the MQ-25 program.

  • Flight Test Execution: Participate in the execution of flight tests. Be the boots on the ground for the mechanical systems team, co-located with the flight test jet(s). Identify and troubleshoot technical issues that arise during flight testing. Reach back to the St. Louis based systems team when required to help troubleshoot test execution & system performance issues.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus on Mechanical, Civil, Aerospace Aeronautical or Material Sciences)

  • 2 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience

  • 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 is required.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • 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)

  • Experience with one for more of the following mechanical systems is desired:

    • Fuels Systems

    • Hydraulics Systems

    • Environmental Systems

    • Landing Gear and Arresting Systems

    • Flight Actuation and other mechanical Systems

  • Flight Test Planning

  • Flight Test execution

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

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.

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. 

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. 

Summary pay range: $90,950 - $123,050


Applications for this position will be accepted until Jun. 17, 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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