Senior Project Engineer

Job Description

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We are seeking an experienced Project Engineer to lead and execute complex avionics and electronic hardware development projects. This role is responsible for planning and driving project execution, coordinating cross-functional teams (hardware, firmware/FPGA, systems, test, manufacturing), ensuring technical compliance to avionic standards, and delivering customer-ready hardware on schedule and within budget.

Position Responsibilities:

• Lead day-to-day execution of electronic and avionics hardware development projects, including schedule, technical risk, and status reporting.
• Define technical requirements, verification plans, and acceptance criteria for electronic and avionic hardware deliverables.
• Coordinate FPGA development efforts with digital design and firmware teams; ensure correct integration of FPGA IP, timing closure, and hardware/software interfaces.
• Oversee schematic and PCB development cycles, component selection, DFM/DFT considerations, and design reviews.
• Ensure designs meet avionics-relevant standards and environmental requirements (EMC/EMI, thermal, vibration, DO-160, etc.).
• Manage cross-functional trade studies and technical decision-making, escalating issues and mitigating risks proactively.
• Drive integration, verification, and validation activities in lab and flight-test environments; coordinate test plans and test resources.
• Interface with customers and suppliers on technical and programmatic matters; support proposals and technical reviews.
• Mentor junior engineers, promote engineering best practices, and contribute to continuous improvement of processes.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry
• Experience in avionics hardware development and familiarity with avionics standards
• FPGA development experience: RTL design (VHDL/Verilog), synthesis, timing closure, and hardware bring-up practices
• Experience with mixed-signal PCB design, signal integrity, power distribution, and connector systems used in aerospace
• Experience with hardware verification/validation, lab test equipment (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, spectrum analyzers), and test automation

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field
• Advanced technical certifications.
• Excellent communication skills and demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and interact with customers.
• Direct experience with DO-254 and DO-178 processes or working in regulated avionics certification programs.
• Experience with high-reliability components, obsolescence management, and procurement for aerospace programs.
• Experience managing subcontractors and supplier technical performance.
• Active Security clearance

Competencies & Soft Skills:

• Strong project management skills: scheduling, risk management, and earned value concepts.
• Systems-thinking approach; able to translate system-level requirements into hardware deliverables.
• Problem-solving and decisiveness under schedule pressure.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Team leadership, mentorship, and collaboration orientation.

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 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: $140,250 - $189,750

Applications for this position will be accepted until Sept. 16, 2025

Export Control Requirements: This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, 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. 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.