Flight Test Engineer (Experienced, Lead or Senior) Company: The Boeing Company Boeing Test ... Experience supporting aircraft or major system systems such as avionics, flight controls ...
Flight Test Engineer (Experienced, Lead or Senior) Company: The Boeing Company Boeing Test ... Experience supporting aircraft or major system systems such as avionics, flight controls ...
Flight Test Engineer (Experienced, Lead or Senior) Company: The Boeing Company Boeing Test ... Experience supporting aircraft or major system systems such as avionics, flight controls ...
Flight Test Engineer (Experienced, Lead or Senior) Company: The Boeing Company Boeing Test ... Experience supporting aircraft or major system systems such as avionics, flight controls ...
Flight Test Engineer (Experienced, Lead or Senior) Company: The Boeing Company Boeing Test ... Experience supporting aircraft or major system systems such as avionics, flight controls ...
Flight Test Engineer (Experienced, Lead or Senior) Company: The Boeing Company Boeing Test ... Experience supporting aircraft or major system systems such as avionics, flight controls ...
Flight Test Program Integration (TPI) Engineer (AWACS Portfolio) (Associate or Experienced)
Oklahoma City, OK · On-site
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Flight Test Program Integration (TPI) Engineer (AWACS Portfolio) (Associate or Experienced)
Oklahoma City, OK · On-site
Flight Test Program Integration (TPI) Engineer (AWACS Portfolio) (Associate or Experienced) Company ... Experience supporting aircraft or major system systems such as avionics, flight controls ...
Flight Test Program Integration (TPI) Engineer (AWACS Portfolio) (Associate or Experienced)
Oklahoma City, OK · On-site
Flight Test Program Integration (TPI) Engineer (AWACS Portfolio) (Associate or Experienced) Company ... Experience supporting aircraft or major system systems such as avionics, flight controls ...
Flight Test Program Integration (TPI) Engineer (AWACS Portfolio) (Associate or Experienced)
Oklahoma City, OK · On-site
Flight Test Program Integration (TPI) Engineer (AWACS Portfolio) (Associate or Experienced) Company ... Experience supporting aircraft or major system systems such as avionics, flight controls ...
... flight controls, networks, radar, navigation, weapons systems, etc. * Maintaining complex circuitry ... Responsible Engineer, supplier technical interface, and focal Avionics representative for ...
... flight controls, networks, radar, navigation, weapons systems, etc. * Maintaining complex circuitry ... Responsible Engineer, supplier technical interface, and focal Avionics representative for ...
... flight controls, networks, radar, navigation, weapons systems, etc. * Maintaining complex circuitry ... Responsible Engineer, supplier technical interface, and focal Avionics representative for ...
... flight controls, networks, radar, navigation, weapons systems, etc. * Maintaining complex circuitry ... Responsible Engineer, supplier technical interface, and focal Avionics representative for ...
... flight controls, networks, radar, navigation, weapons systems, etc. * Maintaining complex circuitry ... Responsible Engineer, supplier technical interface, and focal Avionics representative for ...
... flight controls, networks, radar, navigation, weapons systems, etc. * Maintaining complex circuitry ... Responsible Engineer, supplier technical interface, and focal Avionics representative for ...
Post Doctoral Fellow AF7778
Tulsa, OK · On-site
$44K - $60K/yr
Ideal candidates will have a strong background in flight dynamics, flight controls, flight hardware ... Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering or a closely related field. * Experience with subscale flight ...
Post Doctoral Fellow AF7778
Tulsa, OK · On-site
$44K - $60K/yr
Ideal candidates will have a strong background in flight dynamics, flight controls, flight hardware ... Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering or a closely related field. * Experience with subscale flight ...
Post Doctoral Fellow AF7778
Tulsa, OK · On-site
$44K - $60K/yr
Ideal candidates will have a strong background in flight dynamics, flight controls, flight hardware ... Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering or a closely related field. * Experience with subscale flight ...
Post Doctoral Fellow AF7778
Tulsa, OK · On-site
$44K - $60K/yr
Ideal candidates will have a strong background in flight dynamics, flight controls, flight hardware ... Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering or a closely related field. * Experience with subscale flight ...
Post Doctoral Fellow AF7778
Tulsa, OK · On-site
$44K - $60K/yr
Ideal candidates will have a strong background in flight dynamics, flight controls, flight hardware ... Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering or a closely related field. * Experience with subscale flight ...
Post Doctoral Fellow AF7778
Tulsa, OK · On-site
$44K - $60K/yr
Ideal candidates will have a strong background in flight dynamics, flight controls, flight hardware ... Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering or a closely related field. * Experience with subscale flight ...
Product Review Engineer (Mid or Lead)
Altus, OK · On-site
$90K - $119K/yr
Product Review Engineer (Mid or Lead) Company: The Boeing Company Boeing Global Services (BGS) is ... Proven experience in C-17 structures, avionics and flight controls, and/or aircraft is required ...
Product Review Engineer (Mid or Lead)
Altus, OK · On-site
$90K - $119K/yr
Product Review Engineer (Mid or Lead) Company: The Boeing Company Boeing Global Services (BGS) is ... Proven experience in C-17 structures, avionics and flight controls, and/or aircraft is required ...
Product Review Engineer (Mid or Lead)
Altus, OK · On-site
$90K - $119K/yr
Product Review Engineer (Mid or Lead) Company: The Boeing Company Boeing Global Services (BGS) is ... Proven experience in C-17 structures, avionics and flight controls, and/or aircraft is required ...
Product Review Engineer (Mid or Lead)
Altus, OK · On-site
$90K - $119K/yr
Product Review Engineer (Mid or Lead) Company: The Boeing Company Boeing Global Services (BGS) is ... Proven experience in C-17 structures, avionics and flight controls, and/or aircraft is required ...
AH-64E LCT SIMULATOR MAINTENANCE TECH III - Korea
Oklahoma City, OK · On-site
$22.75 - $27.75/hr
... engineering drawings, and commercial best practices. * Calibrate, align, and adjust virtual visual systems, flight controls, and thumb force controllers to ensure exact replication of the AH-64E ...
Quick apply
AH-64E LCT SIMULATOR MAINTENANCE TECH III - Korea
Oklahoma City, OK · On-site
$22.75 - $27.75/hr
... engineering drawings, and commercial best practices. * Calibrate, align, and adjust virtual visual systems, flight controls, and thumb force controllers to ensure exact replication of the AH-64E ...
AH-64E LCT SIMULATOR MAINTENANCE TECH III - Taiwan
Oklahoma City, OK · On-site
$22.75 - $27.75/hr
... engineering drawings, and commercial best practices. * Calibrate, align, and adjust virtual visual systems, flight controls, and thumb force controllers to ensure exact replication of the AH-64E ...
Quick apply
AH-64E LCT SIMULATOR MAINTENANCE TECH III - Taiwan
Oklahoma City, OK · On-site
$22.75 - $27.75/hr
... engineering drawings, and commercial best practices. * Calibrate, align, and adjust virtual visual systems, flight controls, and thumb force controllers to ensure exact replication of the AH-64E ...
Simulator Engineer
Oklahoma City, OK · On-site
Familiarity with Aviation terminology and/or Flight Simulation experience a plus ESSENTIAL DUTIES ... or controls. Required to speak and hear. Occasionally required to stand, walk and stoop, kneel ...
Simulator Engineer
Oklahoma City, OK · On-site
Familiarity with Aviation terminology and/or Flight Simulation experience a plus ESSENTIAL DUTIES ... or controls. Required to speak and hear. Occasionally required to stand, walk and stoop, kneel ...
You'll work across mechanical, controls, software, and vision disciplines on real systems, at a ... flight lines worldwide. We have a dynamic, talented, and collaborative engineering team and want ...
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You'll work across mechanical, controls, software, and vision disciplines on real systems, at a ... flight lines worldwide. We have a dynamic, talented, and collaborative engineering team and want ...
Senior DoD Manufacturing Specialist
Oklahoma City, OK · On-site
$115K - $160K/yr
Technical Management to include Design Interface, Sustaining Engineering, Technical Data, and ... Crew Station, Instruments, Flight Controls, Electrical and Auxiliary Power, Weapons (Conventional ...
Senior DoD Manufacturing Specialist
Oklahoma City, OK · On-site
$115K - $160K/yr
Technical Management to include Design Interface, Sustaining Engineering, Technical Data, and ... Crew Station, Instruments, Flight Controls, Electrical and Auxiliary Power, Weapons (Conventional ...
Software Engineer / Principal Software Engineer - Simulation
Oklahoma City, OK · On-site
$93K - $147K/yr
... flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people ... controls. Essential Functions: * Work in an innovative environment, on significantly diverse ...
Software Engineer / Principal Software Engineer - Simulation
Oklahoma City, OK · On-site
$93K - $147K/yr
... flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people ... controls. Essential Functions: * Work in an innovative environment, on significantly diverse ...
Software Engineer / Principal Software Engineer - Simulation
Oklahoma City, OK · On-site
$93K - $147K/yr
... flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people ... controls. Essential Functions: * Work in an innovative environment, on significantly diverse ...
Software Engineer / Principal Software Engineer - Simulation
Oklahoma City, OK · On-site
$93K - $147K/yr
... flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people ... controls. Essential Functions: * Work in an innovative environment, on significantly diverse ...
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How much do flight controls engineer jobs pay per hour?
What are the typical day-to-day responsibilities of a flight controls engineer?
Flight Controls Engineers spend their days developing, testing, and refining control systems that manage an aircraft’s stability and response. They often work closely with multidisciplinary teams including software developers, test pilots, and systems engineers to design algorithms and validate performance both in simulation and on real hardware. Regular tasks may include modeling flight dynamics, analyzing data from test flights, troubleshooting system anomalies, and preparing technical documentation. This role requires a high level of attention to detail and collaboration to ensure that flight control systems meet stringent safety and reliability standards.
What is a flight controls engineer?
A Flight Controls Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and testing flight control systems that manage an aircraft's behavior in flight. This includes working on software, hardware, and control laws to ensure stability, performance, and safety. They collaborate with aerospace engineers, pilots, and regulatory agencies to meet industry standards. Their role often involves simulation, modeling, and real-world testing to refine control systems.
What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a flight controls engineer?
To thrive as a Flight Controls Engineer, you need a strong background in aerospace engineering, control systems theory, and experience with flight dynamics modeling, usually supported by a relevant engineering degree. Familiarity with MATLAB/Simulink, control law development tools, and industry certifications such as a Professional Engineer (PE) license or familiarity with DO-178C/DO-254 standards is highly valued. Excellent problem-solving abilities, teamwork, and effective communication skills help distinguish high performers in collaborative aviation environments. These skills are essential to ensure the safe, reliable design and integration of advanced flight control systems in modern aircraft.

Full-time
Medical, Life, Retirement
Posted 13 days ago
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8.5
Based on 612 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
31st of 538 rated manufacturers
Job description
Company:
The Boeing CompanyBoeing Test & Evaluation (BT&E) is looking for Flight Test Engineers to join our test operations team in Oklahoma City, OK, supporting the Executive Transport and Surveillance portfolio.
This role is primarily first shift; however, there may be occasional requirement to work off Friday/weekend or off shifts to support test execution. In addition, this role will require up to 25% domestic travel with potential for a longer-term assignment or DTA (domestic temporary assignment).
BT&E is currently hiring for a broad range of experience levels including Experienced, Lead, and Senior Flight Test Engineers.
Position Responsibilities:
Plan, coordinate, and execute aircraft ground and flight test activities in support of developmental, certification, or operational test programs
Develop and author flight test plans, test procedures, test cards, and test reports, ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements
Support real-time test operations, including test conduct, data assessment, and anomaly resolution during lab, ground, and flight test events
Collaborate closely with pilots, maintenance, instrumentation, safety, systems engineering, and program leadership to ensure safe and effective test execution
Participate and lead test readiness reviews (TRRs), safety reviews, and post test reviews, identifying risks, mitigations, and lessons learned
Troubleshoot and resolve test issues and anomalies, coordinating with engineering and program stakeholders to drive timely resolution
Ensure adherence to configuration management, test discipline, and procedural compliance throughout all phases of testing
Support multiple test programs or test phases simultaneously, balancing priorities in a dynamic test environment
Interface with customers, regulatory authorities, or external partners as required during test planning, execution, and reporting
Mentor and support junior flight test engineers, as appropriate, sharing best practices and flight test discipline
Promote and model a strong safety culture, emphasizing hazard identification, risk management, and continuous improvement
Support on-site and off-site test operations including travel to test locations, production facilities, or operational bases as required
This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
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
This position requires ability to obtain program access, for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship only
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
Experience in developmental, certification, or operational test environments (ground test, flight test, or integrated test campaigns)
Hands-on experience with test planning and execution, including test procedures, test cards, risk assessments, and real-time test support
Current FAA Class III medical certificate or the ability to obtain one
Willing and able to travel up to 25% of the time both domestically and internationally
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
Level 4: 5 or more years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Level 5: 10 or more years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
An active U.S. Top Secret/SCI Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)
Master's degree
Experience supporting aircraft or major system systems such as avionics, flight controls, propulsion, structures, environmental systems, or mission systems
Familiarity with flight test instrumentation, data acquisition systems, and post-flight data analysis tools
Knowledge of aircraft certification and regulatory processes, including familiarity with FAA, military, or customer certification requirements e, g., FAA, USAF, EASA)
Experience working in cross-functional teams, collaborating with pilots, maintenance, instrumentation, safety, systems engineering, and program management
Strong technical writing and communication skills, with experience authoring test plans, procedures, test reports, and briefing materials
Familiarity with systems engineering principles, including requirements verification and validation (V&V), configuration management, and change control
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 (DFW) 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.
Shift:
This role is primarily first shift; however, there may be occasional requirement to work off Friday/weekend or off shifts to support test execution.
Travel:
This role will require up to 25% domestic travel with potential for a longer-term assignment or DTA (domestic temporary assignment).
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 for Experienced Level (Level 3): $96,050-$129,950
Summary Pay Range for Lead Level (Level 4): $118,150-$159,850
Summary Pay Range for Senior Level (Level 5): $143,650-$194,350
Language Requirements:
Not ApplicableEducation:
Bachelor's Degree or EquivalentRelocation:
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. This position requires ability to obtain program access, for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship only.Visa Sponsorship:
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.Contingent Upon Award Program
This position is not contingent upon program awardShift:
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