Senior Payload Design Engineer

About the Position

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Boeing Commercial Airplanes (BCA) is seeking a Senior Payload Design Engineer (Level 4) to support 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. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of payload design principles, aircraft performance, and regulatory requirements, ensuring that our aircraft meet the highest safety standards.

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)
  • 5+ years’ experience with commercial aircraft program
  • 5+ years of experience with payloads engineering (e.g., Cabin, Cockpit, and Cargo)
  • 9+ years of experience in designing structural or interior payload systems

• Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • 10+ 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
  • 5+ years’ experience using CATIA v5 and ENOVIA
  • 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 salary range: $135,150 - $182,850
• Relocation assistance based on candidate eligibility
• Comprehensive benefits package 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 strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage, and retain the top talent. Our commitment to innovation and excellence drives us to shape the future of aerospace.

Application Deadline: Applications for this position will be accepted until Sept. 15, 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.

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.