Mid-Level Mechanical Systems Test Engineer

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

The Boeing Company is looking for a Mid-Level Mechanical Systems Test Engineer to join the Systems Laboratory team in Seattle, WA.

This position is on the leading edge of aerospace systems development and are responsible for the verification and validation of mechanical airplane systems. In addition, this will also include:

  • Design test systems to simulate loads. Systems may be active or passive, hydraulic, pneumatic, or mechanical
  • Design test structures, load systems, environmental enclosures, and simulated control surfaces
  • Design mechanical hardware and electrical packaging for power laboratories
  • Provide mechanical engineering support during hardware build to fabrication teams
  • Test actuators and systems including primary and secondary flight controls and landing gear
  • Test aircraft hydraulic components including pumps, accumulators, tubing, hoses, fittings, reservoirs, valves, fluids, etc.
  • Test hydraulic systems and sub-systems
  • Simulate aircraft flight deck for engineering testing of avionic/ human interfaces

Position Responsibilities:

  • Supports the development and verification of test methods
  • Develops detailed test procedures, and instrumentation and configuration definition, needed to perform the test and minimize risk within the constraints of the test plan
  • Develops solutions to calibration systems problems of limited scope and impact
  • Designs test hardware, software and systems to achieve test requirements
  • Uses analytical tools to verify the design
  • Analyzes, processes, and formats data to customer requirements
  • Reviews test data, including off-nominal data, for accuracy, quality and/or fidelity prior to delivery to customer
  • Prepares and publishes test reports to document test results and satisfy requirements
  • Presents test results internally
  • Archives data and reports
  • Trains others
  • Works under general direction

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

  • 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
  • Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement
  • 3+ years of experience with 3D modeling tools
  • Experience using all the following Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, and Outlook)
  • Experience documenting and clearly communicating test results to customers

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Civil Engineering
  • Familiarity with electrical packaging hardware design
  • Experience with collaboration with electrical and mechanical fabrication teams
  • Experience in hydraulic systems, load systems, and mechanical design
  • Experience following processes, procedures, and specifications
  • Experience performing laboratory testing to standards (i.e. ASTM, SAE)

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.

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

Union: 

This is a union-represented position.

Shift:

This role is primarily first shift; however, there may be additional shift requirements to support program objectives.

Additional shifts may be required to support program objectives.

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: $111,350 – $150,650


Applications for this position will be accepted until Jun. 01, 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.

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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