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Design and Analysis Engineer (Electronic Sys Design & Analy)

Tukwila, Washington Job ID JR2026498108 Category Engineering - Electronic and Electrical Role Type Onsite Post Date Mar. 16, 2026 Security Clearance Required
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Job Description

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The Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) organization is seeking a Design and Analysis Engineer to lead the development, integration, and validation of complex electronic and electrical sensor subsystems for the P-8 aircraft. This position reports to the P-8 Mission Systems IPT Sensors Systems team and will be 100% onsite in Tukwila, WA.

The P-8 is a high-visibility, advanced commercial derivative military aircraft program supporting the U.S. Navy and international customers. As a Technical Lead Engineer (TLE) for sensor subsystems (e.g., electro-optical/infrared, electronic warfare, magnetic, radar, signals intelligence, surveillance/identification), you will ensure that equipment is installed correctly, safe to operate, and performs properly during final product functional testing. You will oversee the subsystem lifecycle from design requirements and specifications through supplier technical management, hardware/software integration, systems testing, lab and aircraft integration, flight testing, certification support, and safe-to-fly determinations.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Lead development and documentation of complex electronic and electrical system requirements.
  • Translate requirements into system architecture, hardware/software designs, and interface specifications.
  • Lead testing and validation efforts to ensure system designs meet operational and functional requirements.
  • Oversee supplier performance monitoring to ensure system integration and compliance.
  • Provide production build support including build verification and disposition of nonconformance.
  • Lead troubleshooting during Installation and Check-Out and Production Acceptance Testing.
  • Review supplier drawing changes impacting production and update obsolete parts or design improvements.
  • Develop and maintain subsystem diagrams, schematics, and system description documentation.
  • Manage critical supplier performance and maintain Source Control Drawing requirements.
  • Collaborate with Supply Chain to formulate Requests for Information (RFI) for new equipment or long-lead items.
  • Support project management activities including work statements, budgets, schedules, and reviews.
  • Generate major proposal sections to support new business development.
  • Develop and validate requirements for complex sensor systems and components.
  • Define and conduct critical tests to validate sensor design performance.

This position will be 100% onsite in Tukwila, WA.

This position requires an Active US Security Clearance for which the US Government requires US Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret clearance is required.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

  • For Expert Engineer: Minimum 9 years of experience in design, integration, and test of electrical systems.
  • For Consultant Engineer: Minimum 14 years of experience in design, integration, and test of electrical systems.
  • Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate degree in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics, or chemistry from an accredited institution.
  • An interim and/or final U.S. Secret clearance is required.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • Proven experience as a Technical Designer in aviation and aerospace.
  • Experience with RF measurements including intermodulation distortion, phase noise, spurious measurement, and S-parameters.
  • Proficiency with electronics lab instrumentation such as multiscope, TDR, signal/network analyzers, oscilloscopes, MIL-STD-1553B test tools, Agilent Fieldfox RF Test Set, fiber optics, and Ethernet.
  • Experience with product configuration management.
  • Knowledge of high frequency RF, digital, power, and analog test systems.
  • Experience managing and leading engineering projects.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills with multi-discipline teams.
  • Physical ability to lift test/cable equipment up to 35 lbs and navigate stairs.
  • Flexibility to work varied hours or overtime to meet production and integration schedules.
  • Familiarity with UNIX/Linux command line.
  • Experience leading teams of Factory/Flightline/Lab Technicians in fault isolation and troubleshooting of electrical wire assemblies and military electronic LRUs.
  • Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams for aircraft connectors and wire bundles.
  • Knowledge of manufacturing processes and MESci (Manufacturing Execution System Common Image).

Relocation:
Relocation assistance is available for this 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 are met as outlined in our policies.

Shift:
This position is for 1st shift.

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:

Expert: $146,200-$197,800

Consultant: $176,800-$239,200


Applications for this position will be accepted until Mar. 25, 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

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

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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