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Flight Operations Mechanic

Mascoutah, IL · On-site

$27.75 - $36.25/hr

Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) has a number of openings for Flight Operations Mechanics in ... Avionics and/or Mechanical experience working with military aircraft * Experience troubleshooting ...

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Flight Operations Mechanic

Saint Charles, MO · On-site

$27 - $35.50/hr

Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) has a number of openings for Flight Operation Mechanics to ... as directed. • Perform aircraft and/or spacecraft bench or flight line operational checkout ...

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Flight Operations Mechanic

Saint Charles, MO · On-site

$27 - $35.50/hr

Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) has a number of openings for Flight Operation Mechanics to ... Perform crash crew duties as directed. Splice, route, clamp, solder, and string tie wires or wire ...

Boeing

Flight Operations Mechanic

Mascoutah, IL · On-site

$27.75 - $36.25/hr

Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) has a number of openings for Flight Operations Mechanics in ... Perform crash crew duties as directed. Splice, route, clamp, solder, and string tie wires or wire ...

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Flight Operations Mechanic

Berkeley, MO

$27 - $35.50/hr

Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) has a number of openings for Flight Operations Mechanics in ... Perform crash crew duties as directed. Splice, route, clamp, solder, and string tie wires or wire ...

Boeing

Flight Operations Mechanic

Mascoutah, IL

$27.75 - $36.25/hr

Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) has a number of openings for Flight Operations Mechanics in ... Perform crash crew duties as directed. Splice, route, clamp, solder, and string tie wires or wire ...

Boeing

Flight Operations Mechanic

Berkeley, MO · On-site

$27 - $35.50/hr

Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) has a number of openings for Flight Operations Mechanics in ... Perform crash crew duties as directed. Splice, route, clamp, solder, and string tie wires or wire ...

Boeing

Flight Operations Mechanic

Saint Charles, MO

$27 - $35.50/hr

Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) has a number of openings for Flight Operation Mechanics to ... Perform crash crew duties as directed. Splice, route, clamp, solder, and string tie wires or wire ...

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As of Sep 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for director boeing avionics in the United States is $32.08, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $27.64 and $36.06 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Director Boeing Avionics vs Avionics Program Manager?

AspectDirector Boeing AvionicsAvionics Program Manager
ResponsibilitiesOversees multiple projects, strategic planning, and team leadership in avionics developmentManages specific avionics projects, schedules, and technical teams
Required CredentialsBachelor's/Master's in Engineering, extensive experience, leadership skillsBachelor's in Engineering, project management experience, technical expertise
Work EnvironmentCorporate offices, large aerospace facilities, cross-department collaborationProject sites, engineering teams, client meetings
Industry UsageCommonly used in large aerospace companies like BoeingUsed across aerospace firms for project execution

The main difference is that the Director Boeing Avionics focuses on strategic leadership and overseeing multiple projects, while the Avionics Program Manager handles specific project execution and technical management. Both roles require engineering background and industry experience but differ in scope and responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Director Boeing Avionics job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $66,721 per year, or $32.1 per hour.

Directed Energy Laser Subject Matter Expert (SME) Engineer-Albuquerque, New Mexico

Boeing

Peralta, NM • On-site

$197K - $266K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

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8.5

Company rating: 8.5 out of 10

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33rd of 545 rated manufacturers

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 Company is seeking a highly experienced Directed Energy (DE) Laser Subject Matter Expert (SME) Engineer to lead technical strategy, system design, integration, and test activities for advanced laser weapon and electro-optical systems. The ideal candidate will provide authoritative technical guidance across concept development, prototyping, fielding, and sustainment of high-energy laser (HEL) systems on aerospace, maritime, and ground platforms. This role interfaces with multidisciplinary engineering teams, program managers, government stakeholders, and external partners.
Position Responsibilities:
  • Serve as the technical authority for HEL system architecture, beam control, optical design, and power/thermal management throughout system lifecycle.
  • Lead requirements derivation, system trade studies, risk assessments, and design reviews.
  • Develop and validate models, simulations, and performance predictions for propagation, atmospheric effects, and target interaction.
  • Define and direct integration and test plans, including lab demonstrations, field tests, and operational evaluations.
  • Provide guidance on safety, laser hazard analysis (LHAL), and compliance with applicable standards (e.g., ANSI Z136, MIL-STD, STANAG).
  • Collaborate with systems engineering, controls, optics, power electronics, thermal, and mechanical teams to ensure subsystem compatibility and system margin.
  • Mentor junior engineers, set technical direction, and capture lessons learned and best practices.
  • Support proposal development, technical briefs, and customer engagements; prepare technical reports and presentations.
  • Maintain awareness of emerging DE technologies, countermeasures, and regulatory/policy changes.
  • Represent the organization in cross-industry working groups, technical conferences, and with government customers as needed.

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.
BasicQualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
  • This position requires an active U.S. Top Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)
  • Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science
  • 20 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education
  • 10+ years of hands-on experience in directed energy or high-power laser systems development, integration, and test.
  • Experience in one or more of the following: high-energy solid-state lasers, fiber lasers, chemical lasers, beam combining, adaptive optics, beam control, pointing/tracking, laser-target interaction, or laser safety.
  • Experience with system-level requirements, modeling and simulation (optical propagation, thermal management, structural dynamics), and test execution in relevant environments.
  • Experience with power generation/distribution, thermal control, and electro-optical system integration on airborne, naval, or ground platforms.
  • Experience conducting laser hazard analyses and implementing laser safety controls and procedures.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
  • MS/PhD with thesis or publications in optics, lasers, or related fields.
  • Prior experience with weaponization, safety certification, and operational deployment of HEL systems.
  • Familiarity with MIL-STD development, DO-178/DO-254 interaction for avionics integration, and Government acquisition processes.
  • Experience with high-fidelity optical/atmospheric propagation tools (e.g., MODTRAN, WaveTrain, FRED) and control-system simulation (e.g., MATLAB/Simulink).
  • Experience leading cross-functional teams and mentoring early-career engineers.
  • Proven problem-solving skills and ability to decompose complex system issues into actionable engineering tasks.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to present technical material to technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Advanced optics and photonics knowledge.
  • Systems engineering and architecture skills.
  • Modeling & simulation proficiency.
  • Test & evaluation planning and execution.
  • Laser safety and regulatory compliance.
  • Effective stakeholder communication and leadership.
  • Strong project and risk management capabilities.

Conflict of Interest:
Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
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.
Relocation: This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.Note:Basic relocation will be offered for eligible internal candidates.
Pay & Benefits:
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.
Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
Summary Pay Range (Subject Matter Expert - Level 6): $197,200 - $266,800
Applications for this position will be accepted until Sept. 02, 2026
Export Control Requirements:
This is not an Export Control position.
Education
Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required
Relocation
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.
Security Clearance
This position requires an active U.S. Top Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)
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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