Senior Mission Systems Engineer
Listed on 2026-02-28
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Engineering
Aerospace / Aviation / Avionics, Systems Engineer, Electrical Engineering
Job Description
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Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) Mobility, Surveillance & Bombers (MS&B) is seeking a Senior Mission Systems Engineer with a focus on avionics and electrical systems to join our P-8A Augmented Fleet Support Team in Tukwila, WA
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This position represents Boeing P-8 engineering as an integral part of a multi-disciplined team. You will work closely with internal stakeholders, customers, and technical subject matter experts.
The successful candidate will have a strong background in aviation systems engineering with a focus on safety, teamwork, and customer service. This role requires frequent interactions with cross-functional teams, maintenance personnel, and US Navy customers, necessitating excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Position Responsibilities- Provide expert support for the troubleshooting and resolution of mission systems issues for the P-8 aircraft, focusing on avionics and electrical systems; systems will include, but are not limited to: electrical/electronic, communication & navigation, flight control & avionics systems, mission systems, landing gear, APU, Hydraulic, Fuel, Environmental, and engine systems.
- Effectively troubleshoot and resolve difficult, intermittent, chronic, or complex system problems consistent with operational protocols through the P-8 aircraft lifecycle.
- Work under minimal direction to support US Navy customer with troubleshooting efforts to diagnose and resolve mission system faults for in service P-8 fleet.
- Augment standard troubleshooting and repair technologies with innovative approaches.
- Document troubleshooting and repair solutions and supporting data in both Boeing internal and US Navy customer computing systems as applicable.
- Lead enhancements, improvements, and revisions to P-8 fleet command media; support updates to operational procedures and documentation relevant to P-8 in service fleet to drive engineering disposition process efficiencies and mitigate recurrent/repeat technical issues.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams.
- Engineering coordination, independence, and technical acumen along with frequent interaction re: US Military personnel.
- Represent P-8 fleet and advocate for customer priorities at internal Boeing meetings.
- Coordination and communication with P-8 engineering personnel in Boeing Global Services (BGS), Boeing Defense and Space (BDS), and Boeing Commercial Airplanes (BCA) at all levels.
This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at the listed location. Additional P-8 Operational sites supported include NAS Whidbey Island, WA and Jacksonville, FL with occasional travel potentially required.
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)- 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.
- 10+ years of experience in avionics/electrical systems in the aerospace industry.
- Experience with P-8 (or similar systems) fleet support or aircraft system design
- Experience working in a cross-functional environment with multiple stakeholders.
- Strong understanding of aircraft systems, flight operations, and airworthiness requirements.
- Strong organization and communication skills.
- Experience with maritime surveillance systems.
- Experience working on P-8 Increment 3 Block 2 (I3B2) or similar modification programs.
- Familiarity with technical aspects of the P-8 aircraft and its mission systems.
- Experience with P-8 Mission Systems, Flight Testing System Support, Production Support, or Fleet Support.
- Experience working Commercial Derivative Aircraft (CDA) avionics systems.
- Experience with troubleshooting and repairing aircraft electrical,…
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