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Senior Radar System Engineer

Tukwila, Washington
Full Time On-site

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Job Description

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.

Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) Mobility, Surveillance & Bombers (MS&B) Organization is seeking a Senior Radar System Engineer to support several new development efforts for the E-7A Program in Tukwila, WA

This is Boeing: each of us is an innovator on a mission to connect, protect, explore, and inspire.  From seabed to outer space, you’ll learn and grow, contributing to work that shapes the world.  Find your future with us.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Develops and validates requirements for unique communication, sensor, electronic warfare, and other electromagnetic systems and components.
  • Develops and validates electromagnetic requirements for electricalelectronic systems, mechanical systems, interconnects, and structures.
  • Develops architectures to integrate multiple systems into higher level systems and platforms.
  • Leads development of trade studies, modeling, simulation, and other forms of analysis to predict component, interconnects, and system performance and to optimize design around complex requirements.
  • Develops new and improved modeling and simulation techniques.
  • Leads development and execution of critical tests to validate performance of designs to requirements.
  • Manages appropriate aspects of critical supplier and partner performance to ensure compliance to requirements.
  • Provides support to products throughout their lifecycle by providing guidance and support to resolve complex issues.
  • Supports project management by coordinating development of work statement, budget, schedule, and other required inputs and conducting appropriate reviews.
  • Creates new tools to improve management of projects.
  • Leads development of major sections of large-scale proposals to support development of new business.
  • Works under consultative direction.

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

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

  • 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.
  • 10 years or more of experience in avionics integration and/or electronics systems and/or RF systems.
  • 5 years or more of experience working with cross-functional or cross-organizational teams to develop and implement plans, schedules, or solutions.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • Experience as an equipment manager for military or civil aerospace electronics/avionics systems including equipment qualification and testing.
  • Experience with Radar systems (either RF or Electro-optical) or Radar integration.
  • Active U.S. Top Secret security clearance.
  • Experience dealing directly with USG and DoD Customers and Regulators.
  • Experience eliciting, writing, managing, and verifying requirements.
  • Experience working with suppliers and with internal and external customers and suppliers.
  • Strong collaboration and coordination skills.

Relocation:

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

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: $176,800 - $239,200

Applications for this position will be accepted until Jun. 03, 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

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 U.S. Top Secret/SCI Clearance Pre-Start and final U.S. Top Secret/SCI 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.

About Boeing

Boeing

Boeing is one of the largest aerospace and defense companies in the world, supporting critical military, commercial aviation, space, and national security missions. With a long history of innovation, Boeing develops advanced aircraft, satellites, autonomous systems, defense platforms, and space technologies used by the U.S. military and allied partners worldwide. The company plays a major role in programs ranging from fighter aircraft and military helicopters to missile defense, space systems, and next-generation aviation technologies.

For job seekers, Boeing offers opportunities across nearly every area of aerospace and defense, including engineering, software development, cybersecurity, manufacturing, supply chain, program management, aviation maintenance, and defense operations. The company is especially attractive to veterans, cleared professionals, engineers, and candidates looking for mission-driven work with strong long-term career growth. Boeing also offers extensive training, leadership development, and opportunities to work on some of the most recognized aerospace programs in the world.

Unlike smaller defense firms focused on a single capability, Boeing provides employees exposure to a broad mix of commercial and defense technologies. Teams contribute to programs involving military aircraft, autonomous systems, satellites, advanced manufacturing, AI, and next-generation aerospace innovation. Employees often value the combination of large-scale engineering challenges, global impact, and the stability of a major industry leader.

As defense modernization, commercial aviation, and space investment continue to grow, Boeing remains one of the most recognized employers in aerospace and government contracting. For professionals seeking a mission-focused career with strong benefits, technical growth, and opportunities to work on world-changing technologies, Boeing continues to stand out as a leading destination in aerospace and defense.

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