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Strata-G Solutions

Maintenance Test Pilot

Huntsville, AL · On-site

... CH-47 aircraft operations. In this role, you will oversee and conduct maintenance test flights, ensure compliance with company procedures and FAA regulations, and provide technical guidance on flight ...

Strata-G Solutions

Maintenance Test Pilot

Huntsville, AL · On-site

... CH-47 aircraft operations. In this role, you will oversee and conduct maintenance test flights, ensure compliance with company procedures and FAA regulations, and provide technical guidance on flight ...

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How much do ch 47 flight engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for ch 47 flight engineer in the United States is $118,512.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $95,000.00 and $115,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Ch 47 Flight Engineer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a CH-47 Flight Engineer, you need a thorough understanding of aircraft systems, maintenance procedures, and flight operations, often demonstrated through military training or relevant aviation certifications. Familiarity with technical manuals, navigation systems, and diagnostic tools such as maintenance management software is essential. Strong problem-solving abilities, situational awareness, and effective communication skills help you excel in high-pressure and team-oriented environments. These competencies are crucial for ensuring the CH-47's operational safety, reliability, and mission effectiveness.

What does a typical day look like for a CH-47 Flight Engineer?

A typical day for a CH-47 Flight Engineer involves conducting detailed pre-flight inspections, monitoring aircraft systems during missions, troubleshooting in-flight issues, and performing post-flight maintenance checks. Flight Engineers work closely with pilots, crew chiefs, and ground maintenance teams to ensure the helicopter operates safely and efficiently. The role includes both hands-on technical responsibilities and critical communication with the flight crew, often in dynamic or challenging conditions. This teamwork and attention to detail are essential in supporting mission success and flight safety.

What is a CH-47 Flight Engineer job?

A CH-47 Flight Engineer is responsible for ensuring the safe operation and maintenance of the CH-47 Chinook helicopter during missions. They assist pilots with flight operations, monitor aircraft systems, and perform in-flight troubleshooting. Additionally, they oversee loading procedures, weight distribution, and emergency responses. Their role is critical to mission success, requiring technical expertise and coordination with the flight crew.

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Infographic showing various Ch 47 Flight Engineer job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% Internship, 1% As Needed, 38% Full Time, 32% Part Time, and 27% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $118,512 per year, or $57 per hour.
Lead Guidance Navigation and Control (GNC) Engineer

Lead Guidance Navigation and Control (GNC) Engineer

Boeing

Hazelwood, MO • On-site

$170K - $231K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement

Posted 2 days ago

Boeing rating

8.5

Company rating: 8.5 out of 10

Based on 598 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

34th of 521 rated manufacturers

Job description

Lead Guidance Navigation and Control (GNC) Engineer
Company:
The Boeing Company
Boeing Defense, Space & Security's Air Dominance division is hiring a Lead Guidance Navigation and Control (GNC) Engineer in Hazelwood, MO.
Propelled by a team with an innovative spirit that transcends cultures, Air Dominance delivers decisive mission advantages through cutting-edge capabilities and supports design, manufacturing, and services for a broad portfolio of military aircraft. These roles will support new product design, development, integration and flight test supporting the areas of guidance, modeling and simulation, flight control and subsystem control for the expanding Air Dominance Portfolio, including the newly awarded F-47.
Flight engineers are essential to the development, safety and success of our products and solutions. Each day, they go above and beyond to meet our customers' overall mission requirements-from initial vehicle concept definition through design, test, validation and in-service support. Your expertise in areas such as Aerodynamics; Propulsion; Guidance, Navigation & Control; and Loads & Dynamics will drive the future of aerospace.
Position Responsibilities:
  • Define Guidance, Navigation and Control mission requirements and ensure requirements traceability and quality from the system level to component level
  • Use multidisciplinary model data (aero, mass properties, propulsion, etc.) to develop and refine a complex, nonlinear, 6 degrees of freedom simulation model
  • Use various software languages, C, C++, FORTRAN, Python, etc. to develop, implement, integrate and test vehicle models and controllers
  • Design flight control laws using modern linear control design techniques and tools to achieve design and performance targets
  • Use advanced nonlinear analysis to assess and refine the control law design
  • Perform model validation against test data to inform and improve the accuracy of the simulation environment
  • Develop supplementary controllers, limiters, mode logic, and signal shaping to properly bound the performance within all areas of the flight envelope
  • Work with flight simulation and Vehicle Management Systems (VMS) software engineers to incorporate control laws into the operational flight program
  • Support flight simulations including desktop, software, and real time simulations
  • Support hardware in the loop development and testing
  • Support flight testing planning and execution
  • Lead design reviews, analyses, simulations and component/system testing to ensure delivery of products that meet or exceed customer requirements and expectations
  • Train and coach others

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
  • 14 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience
  • 5+ years of experience with Guidance Navigation and Control engineering
  • Experience using Matlab/Simulink or MatrixX to model systems

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.
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.
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 is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
Summary pay range (Level 5): $170,850 - $231,150
Language Requirements:
Not Applicable
Education:
Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent
Relocation:
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.
Export Control Requirement:
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.
Safety Sensitive:
This is not a Safety Sensitive 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.
Contingent Upon Award Program
This position is not contingent upon program award
Shift:
Shift 1 (United States of America)
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