Low Observable (LO) Design & Integration Engineer (Associate, Experienced, or Senior)

Job Description

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Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) Phantom Works is seeking Low Observable (LO) Design & Integration Engineers to join our team in Berkeley, MO. Phantom Works is Boeing Defense’s advanced design division that is responsible for designing, building, and testing the future capabilities for our Nation’s defense. The Phantom Works’ portfolio has grown significantly over the past few years, and we need to grow our team to solve some of the toughest challenges. This position is part of the Phantom Works Fixed Wing Prototype & Test organization supporting multiple proprietary programs.

The LO Design & Integration Engineer will be responsible for contributing to multi-disciplined configuration design maturation and trade studies, performing high fidelity Radar Cross Section (RCS) analysis and optimizations, developing component RCS test models, and performing testing to validate RCS requirements. The ideal candidate should have an understanding of analytical modeling using Method of Moments (MoM) and Physical Optics (PO) computational electromagnetic (CEM) codes.

This is a great opportunity to work new designs and integration of stealth materials and technologies as part of an integrated product team. LO Design & Integration engineers apply knowledge of electromagnetic theory & principles to develop new and innovative stealthy systems and components for next generation platforms. This job requires both hands-on and deskwork. Some travel is expected.

This position offers the opportunity to work with more experienced team members to accomplish the responsibilities and tasks as listed above and develop the skills to perform these tasks independently.

Our teams are currently hiring for a broad range of experience levels including; Associate, Experienced, or Senior Level Low Observable (LO) Design & Integration Engineers.

Position Responsibilities

• Support the LO Design and Integration team
• Work within an Integrated Product Team
• Develop and integrate cutting edge low observable technologies
• Participate in weekly configuration development activities
• Direct multi-discipline trades studies
• Perform design optimization through electromagnetic modeling and simulation
• Analyze signature Radio Frequency (RF) test data
• Work with suppliers and customers (internal & external) to ensure compliance with technical requirements
• Integrates and conduct testing of LO components
  
  

Other Responsibilities May Include

• Teamwork: Candidates must be able to positively interact with a wide range of personnel in design, fabrication, and testing of prototypes and aircraft parts and systems, including suppliers
• Data visualization and communication: Disseminate results and status to project stakeholders Candidate may be representing the Boeing Company to Government Customers and/or suppliers
• Technical writing: Candidate will create and edit specifications, procedures, and reports
• Flexibility: Strong organization and documentation skills will be needed to manage multiple simultaneous projects in various states of maturity and/or multiple activities within a single project
  
  

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

Travel may be required up to 10% of the time; Domestically depending on business needs.

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.

Ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science
• (Level 2) 2+ years of work related engineering experience with a Bachelor’s or work related engineering experience with a Master’s
• (Level 3) 5+ years of work related engineering experience with a Bachelor’s or 3+ years of work related engineering experience with a Master’s or work related engineering experience with a PhD
• (Level 4) 9+ years of work related engineering experience with a Bachelor’s or 7+ years of work related engineering experience with a Master’s or 4+ years of work related engineering experience with a PhD
• Familiarity with one or more of the following is expected: LO Engineering Processes, Aircraft Design, Electromagnetic Propagation, Supportable Low Observables, LO Materials & Processes
  
  

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility. Note: Basic relocation will be offered for eligible internal candidates.

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 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 (Associate, Level 2): $79,900 - $108,100

Summary pay range (Experienced, Level 3): $97,750 - $132,250

Summary pay range (Senior, Level 4): $118,150 - $159,850

Applications for this position will be accepted until May. 23, 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

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. Top Secret Clearance Post-Start is required. This position requires ability to obtain program access, for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship only.

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.

Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) Phantom Works is Boeing Defense's advanced design division that is responsible for designing, building, and testing the future capabilities for our Nation's defense.