Mechanical System Design Engineer Featured

Job Description

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The Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) organization is seeking an Experienced or Lead Mechanical System Design Engineer to join the Air Vehicle Engineering team located in Oklahoma City, OK.

A successful member of this team will understand and execute modifications and upgrades for the Airborne Surveillance Command and Control (ASC2), Bombers, or the Executive Transport Services & Systems (ETS & S) programs. The successful candidate will serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the Fuels system of the E-7A, providing expertise in the design and sustainment.

Position Responsibilities:

• Apply knowledge of E-7A design and engineering principles to assess and resolve operational issues through the aircraft’s lifecycle

• Develop and release interim and permanent engineering dispositions to ensure aircraft airworthiness and overall operational safety and effectiveness

• Supports the development and documentation of mechanical and fluid system and thermal environment requirements to establish the system design

• Supports the development, maintenance or modification of system, component and installation designs/proposals to provide design documentation to downstream groups

• Performs and documents analyses to validate and verify systems and components meet requirements and specifications

• Contributes to supplier development, test and production activities and directs the supplier to optimize integration and achieve program goals

• Supports system components designs/proposals standards to provide installation and detail documentation

• Trains others

• Works under general direction

This position is expected to be 100% onsite.  The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at the listed location.

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.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus on Mechanical, Civil, Aerospace Aeronautical or Material Sciences)

• Practical experience and knowledge of Fuels, Hydraulic Systems and/or Flight Controls

• Able to create, execute, review, and manage structural design models

• 5+ years of experience working conceptual, preliminary and detailed design including 2D drawings and 3D deliverables

• 5+ years of experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications

• 5+ years of experience in CAD/CAM software (CATIA V5, SolidWorks, Siemens NX)

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Active U.S. Secret Clearance

• Experience validating or verifying Hydraulic Systems, Fuel Systems, Flight Controls, Actuation and Controls

• Strong written, verbal communications and presentation skills

• Experience with analytical, communication and problem-solving skills

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Shift:

This is a 1st shift 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 is met as outlined in our policies.

Total Rewards & Pay Transparency:

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 (Level 3) - $88,400 - $119,600

Lead (Level 4) - $107,100 - $144,900

Applications for this position will be accepted until Jan. 15, 2026

Export Control Requirements:

This is not an Export Control position.

Education

Bachelors 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 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.