Electronics Test and Evaluation Lab Technician (Senior or Lead)

About the Position

Bring your ideas to life at Boeing. We are looking for a Senior or Lead Electronics Test and Evaluation Lab Technician (Level 4 or 5) to join our team at the Starfire Optical Range on Kirtland Air Force Base in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The role supports the Air Force Research Lab in their advancement of Space Domain Awareness capabilities using ground-based telescopes.

Starfire Optical Range is a world-class research facility with recognized achievements in adaptive optics, enabled by the quality, enthusiasm, and dedication of our entire team. Our team consists of engineers and technicians in all disciplines required to plan, design, integrate, and test complex optical, electronic, laser systems to achieve research objectives.

Responsibilities

• Plans, conducts, and documents complex tests on products, systems, components, materials, and manufacturing processes and technologies.
• Designs, fabricates, builds, and analyzes test systems, materials, components, software, and methodologies.
• Coordinates test requirements, determines test methods and capabilities.
• Conducts system test preparations by guiding system integration, fabrication, modification, setup, checkout, and teardown.
• Performs test article configuration control.
• Conducts complex tests, analyzes data, and documents results; participates in test readiness reviews.
• Identifies and resolves test anomalies.
• Troubleshoots and resolves complex laboratory and test-related problems.
• Coordinates test laboratory activities, maintenance, and repairs, and personnel training.
• Assists government agencies, safety, and hazardous materials teams in the event of emergencies.
• Assists engineers and senior technicians with efforts such as optical alignment.
• Serves as a crew member for tests, being trained in optics and lasers, telescope operator, camera operator, or atmospheric operator.

Requirements

• Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

  • 5+ years of experience in engineering technician, construction, or facilities maintenance disciplines.
  • 5+ years of experience working with powered hand tools or equipment.
  • Willing and able to work variable shifts; including days, evenings, nights, and weekends.

• Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • 9+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Active Top Secret/SCI Security Clearance.
  • Experience assembling lab prototypes, chassis wiring, and mechanical mounting based on schematics, drawings, and system requirements.
  • Experience operating complex computer-based analysis or control systems.
  • Experience with high power lasers.
  • Experience with optical alignment techniques.
  • Experience with electronics/electrical systems.
  • Experience with mechanical systems.

We Offer

• Competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
• A variety of benefit programs including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and more.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

About the Company

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.

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

Application Deadline: Aug. 19, 2026

Security Clearance: This position requires an active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required).

Visa Sponsorship: Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift: Variable 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.