Lighting Design and Analysis Engineer (Associate & Mid-Level)

Job Description

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The Boeing Global Services' team is searching for a Lighting Design and Analysis Engineer (Associate & Mid-Level) located in Long Beach, California.

This position is to support the C-17 military cargo aircraft operated around the world.  The successful candidate has an ability to perform systems integration; learn the lighting system and take on cognizant engineer responsibilities; read wiring diagrams, system schematics, block diagrams; read electrical drawings such as wire harness, equipment installation; and resolve technical problems.  The successful candidate will work with senior engineer to further develop skills.  This position requires someone that is self-motivated and has leadership skills/lead potential.  C-17 engineering is a customer focused organization and the ability to build strong customer relationships is a plus.  Looking for a dynamic person that is ready to develop and take skills to the next level.

Position Responsibilities:

• Develops understanding/knowledge of Electrical Lighting System
• Assumes cognizant engineering responsibilities for some Electrical Lighting System subsystems
• Reads wiring diagrams, system schematics, and block diagrams
• Supports analysis and design reviews
• Follows documented processes, specifications and procedures that support the design and manufacture of electrical commodities
• Performs technical review of supplier capabilities to facilitate source selection
• Supports the sustainment, development, and documentation of aircraft systems, primarily electrical and electro-mechanical system design (will include interacting directly with USAF customer, Field Engineers, and C-17 aircraft)
• Performs root cause analysis for field issues, provides corrective actions, and communicates with USAF customer (including presentations)

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
• 1+ years of experience in Electrical design; including but not limited to Electrical Systems design, Wire Design, Electrical Equipment Installation and Wire Installation Design, Electrical Lighting Systems

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• 3 or more years of higher education and/or related work experience (Higher education includes college, university, technical school, licensing/certification programs, etc.) (Level 3)
• Experience with aircraft wiring diagrams and system schematics
• 1+ years of Electrical Lighting Systems experience
• 1+ years of leadership or project management experience
• 1+ years of experience in Computer Aided Design (CAD), utilizing model-based definition, preferably on Unigraphics Nx

Conflict of Interest:

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) 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. 

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 Associate (Level 2): $98,600- $133,400

Summary Pay Range Mid-Level (Level 3): $119,850- $162,150

Applications for this position will be accepted until May. 29, 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.

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.