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USAF E-7A Mission Systems Radar and EWSP Engineer (Experienced or Lead)

Tukwila, Washington Job ID JR2026505325 Category Engineering - Electronic and Electrical Role Type Onsite Post Date May 01, 2026 Security Clearance Required
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Job Description

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Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) Mobility, Surveillance & Bombers (MS&B) Organization is seeking a USAF E-7A Mission Systems Radar and Electronic Warfare Self-Protection (EWSP) Engineer (Experienced or Lead) to join the Mission Systems team in Tukwila, WA. 

The Mission Systems team is responsible for the design, development, procurement, and integration of the full Mission Systems capability on the E-7 aircraft.  Specifically, this role will support the EWSP capability on the aircraft.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Serve as a subsystem Equipment Manager for part of the aircraft mission system, including responsibility for procurement and integration activities.

  • Plan and execute testing and validation to ensure that system designs meet operational and functional requirements.

  • Work with customers to develop and document complex electronic and electrical system requirements.

  • Manage supplier technical relationships with both external (commercial and government) and internal suppliers.

  • Solve problems that emerge during test and production of the aircraft.

  • Provide onsite support to integration activities in labs and at aircraft modification sites in the Continental US and overseas.

  • Support system development for the next generation of Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) aircraft.

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite in Tukwila, WA.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/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. Top Secret Clearance Post-Start is required

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus in Electrical, Mechanical or Aeronautical), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement

  • 3+ years related technical experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

  • 3+ years experience in avionics, communication equipment or other electronics systems integration or development

  • 3+ years experience working across cross-functional or cross-organizational teams to develop and implement plans, schedules, or solutions

  • 3+ years experience with developing, managing and working with complex system requirements.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • 5+ years related technical experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

  • Experience working as an avionics or electronics equipment manager or working with the FAA to qualify equipment

  • Hardware qualification or laboratory test experience

  • Experience working with the United States Department of Defense (DOD) or foreign armed services as a customer

  • Active Secret or Top Secret clearance.

Relocation:

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.

Conflict of Interest:

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.

Union:

This is a union-represented position.

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:

Experienced: $119,850 - $162,150

Lead: $146,200 - $197,800


Applications for this position will be accepted until May. 15, 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 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. Top 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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