KC-46 Mission Systems Avionics Engineer (Mid Level and Senior)

Company: Boeing
Location: Everett
Posted on: January 26, 2026

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. The Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS), is seeking Mid-Level and Senior KC-46 Mission Systems Avionics Engineers as an Equipment Managers , in either Tukwila, WA or Everett, WA depending on employee preference and agreement with the manager. This role will primarily be responsible for supporting engineering design, integration, test, certification, and hardware/software management for assigned mission systems avionics sub-systems. The Boeing KC-46 Pegasus is the USAF’s new aerial refueling tanker aircraft designed to support multi-role missions including refueling, cargo/passenger transport, and medevac airlift. The KC-46 is a military commercial derivative aircraft based on the Boeing 767-2C aircraft and modified per USAF specifications for the primary mission of aerial refueling US and Allied aircraft using either the Hose & Drogue systems or the Boom. The KC-46 is also equipped with a suite of self defensive and tactical situational awareness systems that allows the aircraft to get closer to the fight when supporting combat missions. Position Responsibilities: Leads the engineering design, integration, analysis, testing, and certification of the mission avionics systems to meet higher-level systems and platform requirements Leads work with customers to develop and document complex electronic and electrical system requirements Leads and coordinates work to analyze and translate requirements into system architecture, hardware and software designs and interface specifications Leads test and validation to ensure system designs meet operational and functional requirements Oversees and monitors supplier performance to ensure system integration and compliance with requirements Solves problems and provides support of fielded hardware and software over the entire product lifecycle Researches technology advances for potential application to company business needs Conducts technical issue investigations and Root Cause and Corrective Actions (RCCAs) This position requires the ability to obtain a US Security Clearance for which the US Government requires US Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required. This a 100% Onsite Role This role is union represented Basic Qualifications: 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 5 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. Preferred Qualification: 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 Experience with defensive systems Experience with data networks Experience with communication systems (HF, VHF, UHF, SATCOM, datalink) Experience with navigation systems (GPS, IFF, TACAN) Experience with flight management systems Experience with mission control systems Experience developing requirements and performing requirements decomposition Experience performing Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) process and implementing corrective actions Experience with FAA airworthiness certification Experience with Military airworthiness certification Experience with Equipment Manager (EM) Responsibilities for Avionics Line Replaceable Units (LRUs) Experience in Technical Subcontract Management (TSM) working with suppliers Experience troubleshooting avionics equipment, general electronics, and/or aircraft systems Experience with MIL-STD-1553 data bus analysis 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. 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. Summary Pay Range: Mid-Level: $119,850 - $162,150 Senior: $146,200 - $197,800 Applications for this position will be accepted until Feb. 06, 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 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.

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