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Senior Air Refueling Operator (Air Refueling Systems)

Seattle, Washington Job ID JR2026490166 Category Flight Crew (AC) Role Type Onsite Post Date Jan. 14, 2026 Security Clearance Required
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Job Description

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Job Description Summary:

Boeing Test & Evaluation is seeking a Senior Air Refueling Operator to join our team in Seattle, Washington.

This position will facilitate product improvements, evaluate system upgrades regarding air refueling systems, operational techniques, design improvements, Air Refueling Operator (ARO)/Remote Air Refueling Operator (RARO) ergonomics, and human factors.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Acts as part of an integrated team to ensure safe and efficient operation of the aircraft

  • Performs ground and flight duties

  • Compiles technical data to review air refueling data applicable to planned receiver aircraft or planned test conditions

  • Prepares documents for review by higher level specialist

  • Performs ground and flight duties as they pertain to Acceptance Check Flight (ACF), Functional Check Flight (FCF)

  • Work under general direction

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

  • Associate’s degree or higher

  • Current FAA Class II medical certificate or the ability to obtain one

  • Experience with USAF aircraft ground/flight test procedures

  • 4+ years of experience as an air refueling operator

  • 4+ years of experience as an aircrew instructor

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • Current and qualified as an air refueling operator in the KC-46A

  • 1+ years of experience working with KC-46 or 767 Products

  • 10+ years of experience as an air refueling operator

  • 5+ years of experience as an aircrew instructor

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: $142,800 - $193,200


Applications for this position will be accepted until Jan. 28, 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

Associate'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 U.S. Secret Clearance Pre-Start and 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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