Associate System Test Engineer

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.

As a Boeing employee, you’ll be part of a winning team that does great things every day. The Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) team is seeking an Associate Systems Test and Integration Engineer  to join the Sapphire program.

This position is available at the following locations : Everett, WA; Seattle, WA; Renton, WA; Auburn, WA; Bellevue, WA; Huntington Beach, CA; Seal Beach, CA; Long Beach, CA; El Segundo, CA; Mesa, AZ; Oklahoma City, OK; Huntsville, AL; Plano, TX; San Antonio, TX; Arlington, VA; Ridley Park, PA; Berkeley, MO; Hazelwood, MO

BDS Sapphire is the common core system for engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and finance subsystems that supports the BDS mission delivering a highly capable solution comprised of three core bedrocks to include Production Data Management (PDM), Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), and Manufacturing Execution System (MES).

This role will report to the Sapphire Systems Engineering, Integration, and Test (SEIT) leader and will consolidate subsystem requirements into a single, traceable system requirements set, drive system-level allocations and verification planning, and support system integration, verification, and validation activities from IPT unit testing through system test and User Acceptance Testing (UAT). The role demands high-impact, creative solutions to complex technical problems, strong cross‑functional collaboration across Development and Delivery IPTs, and PIO governance, and the ability to provide critical support and independent technical review to ensure Sapphire delivers reliable, usable, and deployable solutions aligned with BDS objectives.

If you are passionate about Systems Test and Integration and want to be part of a dynamic team working on the Sapphire program, we encourage you to apply!

Position Responsibilities :

Support System Test lead for system-level integration, verification, and validation activities across the Sapphire architecture (MES, PDM, ERP, I&I).

Consolidate subsystem requirements into a unified system requirements set and maintain end-to-end traceability through the authoritative digital thread.

Develop and implement verification strategies, test plans, integration plans, and test procedures spanning unit, IPT, system test, and UAT aligned with PIO milestones.

Coordinate architecture allocations and verification planning with Development and Delivery IPTs, and other stakeholders to ensure data consistency and interface integrity.

Operate and enhance SEIT toolchains and automation to improve requirements quality, test orchestration, and traceability reporting.

Lead cross-IPT integration events, validate interfaces and data flows using ICDs, and ensure realized interfaces meet architectural intent.

Plan and execute functional and performance verification events; ensure evidence is captured and presented for PIO milestone readiness and certification needs.

Triage, track, and resolve defects; govern baselines and configuration throughout integration and test cycles.

Perform systems-level analyses (reliability, maintainability, safety, testability, security, vulnerability, affordability) to inform design and verification trade studies.

Produce and maintain verification & validation matrices, test evidence bundles, technical performance reports, and risk registers.

Help lead cross-functional working groups, and drive process improvements using metrics and lessons learned.

This position may require up to 20% travel.

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

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. Final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is 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

Experience with system integration, verification, and test leadership on complex embedded / software-intensive systems (preferably in enterprise-scale programs).

Demonstrated experience consolidating subsystem requirements into system-level requirements and maintaining requirements traceability through verification.

Experience coordinating architecture and verification planning with IT / IDT&S-like organizations and integrating across multiple IPTs.

Proven ability to develop and execute verification / validation plans from unit through UAT and to produce milestone-ready verification artifacts.

Familiarity with configuration management, defect tracking, baselines, and governance of test artifacts.

Strong background in systems modeling, verification methods, and use of tools for requirements management and test automation.

Excellent communication skills and demonstrated ability to influence cross-functional teams and stakeholders. Experience with PLM / MES / ERP integrations, middleware, ICDs, and digital thread concepts strongly preferred.

Familiarity with SEIT and ALM toolchains (requirements management, architecture development, interface definition, automated testing, traceability tools).

Strong analytical, risk management, and process measurement skills.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills / Experience) :

Master’s degree in a relevant discipline.

Prior experience on aerospace, defense, or large-scale integrated system programs; direct experience with MES, PDM, ERP integrations or the Sapphire architecture is highly desirable.

Familiarity with certification / regulatory processes relevant to the domain (e.g., FAA, DoD standards).

Experience with test automation frameworks, CI / CD pipelines, and SEIT toolchains to support traceability and automated testing.

Prior experience operating or evolving SEIT toolchains for automated traceability and test orchestration and presenting evidence to program governance / PIO.

Familiarity with project management software and tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Jira, ADO, etc.).

Experience with Agile methodologies and practices.

Typical Education :

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 2 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.

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.

Relocation :

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.

The Boeing 401(k) helps you save for your future, with contributions from Boeing that can help you grow your retirement savings. Our best-in-class retirement benefit features :

Best in class 401(k) plan : we'll match your contributions dollar for dollar, up to 10% of eligible pay with Immediate 100% vesting.

Student Loan Match : The Boeing 401(k) Student Loan Match allows eligible enrolled U.S. employees to have their qualified student loan debt payments counted, along with any match-eligible contributions they make, for purposes of determining the Company Match to employees' Boeing 401(k) accounts.

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.

Typical summary pay range :

Everett, WA; Seattle, WA; Renton, WA; Auburn, WA; Bellevue, WA : Ridley Park, PA; Plano, TX; San Antonio, TX; Arlington, VA; Huntington Beach, CA; Seal Beach, CA; Long Beach, CA; El Segundo, CA : $94,350 - $127,650

Mesa, AZ; Huntsville, AL; Berkeley, MO; Hazelwood, MO : $88,400 - $119,600

Oklahoma City, OK : $82,450 - $111,550

Applications for this position will be accepted until Jan. 02, 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

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this 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. An interim and / or final U.S. Secret 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.