Lead Payload Design Engineer (Interiors)

About the Position

Bring your ideas to life at Boeing. We are seeking a Lead Payload Design Engineer (Level 5) to join our Out-of-Production (OoP) Payloads Design Engineering (DE) team based in Seal Beach, California.

The OoP Payloads DE team is responsible for Continued Operational Safety Program (COSP), Safety Related Problem (SRP); as well as support to BGS Spares, Service Engineering, and Production Engineering changes for OoP aircraft. This role is integral to our commitment to safety and compliance with FAA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Works with the OoP Chief Program Engineer (CPE) office as the Responsible Engineer on COSP/SRP projects related to Payloads for OoP aircraft.
• Organizes design reviews with SMEs, formulates path forward with findings, and prepares technical presentations for executive review boards of potential safety items.
• Reviews Engineering documents for past design.
• Creates design solutions for SRPs, interfaces with suppliers for development, test, and production activities.
• Supports BGS Spares and Service Engineering.
• Develops, maintains, and modifies interior payload system and component designs, using 3-D Computer Aided Design tools and/or other design methods, to provide product definition to other engineering groups, production operations, suppliers, and external customers throughout the product lifecycle.
• Works under minimal direction.

Requirements

• Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

  • Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering (with a focus on Mechanical, Civil, Aerospace Aeronautical, or Material Sciences).
  • 14+ years' experience in related engineering roles (Payload design within the aerospace industry, specifically in commercial airplane programs).
  • 5+ years’ experience using CATIA V5, ENOVIA, and/or DELMIA.
  • 5+ years’ experience with commercial aircraft programs.
  • Experience working with commercial payloads systems and/or interiors (Cabin, Cockpit, and Cargo).

• Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • 20+ years’ experience in payload design or related engineering roles within the aerospace industry, specifically in commercial airplane programs with credentials to recognize the candidate as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) and industry expert.
  • Current Organization Designation Authorization Engineering Unit Member (ODA E-UM), Boeing Designated Expert (BDE), or designation by the FAA as a Designated Engineering Representative (DER).
  • Experience leading a team of engineers with responsibility for the cost, schedule, and technical quality of their output.
  • Experience developing and mentoring other engineers and teams.
  • Experience reviewing/approving Service Bulletins.
  • Experience creating standardized documentation and processes.

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 paid/unpaid time away from work.

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.

Application Details

• Job ID: JR2026516183
• Post Date: Aug. 25, 2026
• Application Deadline: Sept. 15, 2026
• Education: Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required
• Relocation: Offered based on candidate eligibility
• Visa Sponsorship: Not available
• Shift: 1st shift
• Role Type: Onsite

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.