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MP&P Engineer-Component Engineer-Senior/Principal
Job Description
Company:
The Boeing CompanyAt 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) is seeking a high-performing, experienced, self-motivated Component Engineer with Actives and/or Photonics devices to provide support for a wide variety of space programs at Boeing in El Segundo, California. Our teams are currently hiring for a broad range of experience levels including Senior-Level and Principal Engineers.
Position Responsibilities:
Collects information to support definition of requirements for active/photonic EEE parts, materials and processes used in the manufacture and engineering design of satellite and aerospace products
Incorporates changes to specifications and other documents to manage the deployment of materials, parts and processes
Performs tests to qualify new EEE parts and processes to meet requirements
Assists with activities to qualify suppliers to applicable requirements
Conducts analysis to determine performance or reasons for failures of EEE parts or processes
Assists in implementing corrective and preventive actions
Develops production systems to satisfy user requirements
Uses project management tools to meet cost, technical, and schedule requirements
Incorporates environmental health and safety, LEAN and Quality principles into (1) materials and processes, (2) research, design and qualification, (3) work procedures and (4) labs and office areas
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, SSBI Tier 5 clearance preferred.
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)
Bachelor, Master or Doctorate of Science degree from an accredited course of study, in electrical engineering, mechanical/aerospace engineering, materials engineering, or physics
9+ years Component Engineering experience
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
14+ years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Bachelor’s degree or higher in electrical / electronic engineering or mechanical engineering
Experience with suppliers of electronic/wiring/interconnects
Experience with Materials and Processes engineering in Aerospace industry
Experience with the development, selection, and/or revision of parts, materials, and processes specifications used to make electronics and/or support of interconnect systems
Typical Education/Experience:
Expert Level 4: education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), computer science, engineering data science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 9 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience or non-US equivalent qualifications. In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.
Expert Level 5: education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), computer science, engineering data science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 14 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience or non-US equivalent qualifications. In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.
Relocation:
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.
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.
Shift:
This position is for 1st shift.
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.
Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
Summary pay range:
Level 4: $146,200-189,200
Level 5: $176,800-228,800
Language Requirements:
Not ApplicableEducation:
Bachelor's Degree or EquivalentRelocation:
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.Export Control Requirement:
This is not an Export Control position.Safety Sensitive:
This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.Security Clearance:
This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. A current Tier 5(T5), formerly known as a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) (U.S. Citizenship required) or requires candidate agreed to enter a Continuous Evaluation program 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.Contingent Upon Award Program
This position is not contingent upon program awardShift:
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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.
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Job Details
- Category
- Aerospace Engineering
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Location
- El SegundoEl Segundo, CA
- Posted
- Jan 26, 2026, 07:00 PM
- Listed
- Jan 27, 2026, 04:25 PM
- Compensation
- $146,200 - $189,200 per year
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