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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Mission Systems Engineer - **Company:** Boeing Company - **Location:** Seattle, WA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $146,200.0 - $197,800.0 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Information Technology - **Published:** August 8, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.seattlejobs.com/job.asp?id=3347452850&tx=TT3734TYZ&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54 ## About the Role The successful candidate will have a strong background in aviation systems engineering with a focus on safety, teamwork, and customer service. This role requires frequent interactions with cross-functional teams, maintenance personnel, and US Navy customers, necessitating excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment., * Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus in Electrical, Mechanical or Aeronautical), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement. * 10+ years of full time aerospace industry experience within Avionics and/or Electrical Systems. * Experience with P-8 (or similar systems) fleet support or aircraft system design. Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience): * Experience working in a cross-functional environment with multiple stakeholders. * Strong understanding of aircraft systems, flight operations, and airworthiness requirements. * Strong organization and communication skills. * Experience with maritime surveillance systems. * Experience working on P-8 Increment 3 Block 2 (I3B2) or similar modification programs. * Familiarity with technical aspects of the P-8 aircraft and its mission systems. * Experience with P-8 Mission Systems, Flight Testing System Support, Production Support, or Fleet Support. * Experience working Commercial Derivative Aircraft (CDA) avionics systems. * Experience with troubleshooting and repairing aircraft electrical, electronic, and avionics systems. * Experience directly supporting customers at customer facilities with minimal oversight. * Experience with aircraft systems and/or mechanical systems troubleshooting. * Experience analyzing aircraft data from various on-board recording systems. * Familiarity with Airplane Flight Manuals, Aircraft Maintenance Manuals, Fault Isolation Manuals, Fault Reporting Manuals, Powerplant Buildup Manuals, Wiring Diagram Manuals, and/or System Schematic Manuals. * Active US Clearance. Conflict of Interest: Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process., 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. ยง120.62 is required., Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required, 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. ## Description This position represents Boeing P-8 engineering as an integral part of a multi-disciplined team. You will work closely with internal stakeholders, customers, and technical subject matter experts., * Provide expert support for the troubleshooting and resolution of mission systems issues for the P-8 aircraft, focusing on avionics and electrical systems; systems will include, but are not limited to: electrical/electronic, communication & navigation, flight control & avionics systems, mission systems, landing gear, APU, Hydraulic, Fuel, Environmental, and engine systems. * Effectively troubleshoot and resolve difficult, intermittent, chronic, or complex system problems consistent with operational protocols through the P-8 aircraft lifecycle. * Work under minimal direction to support US Navy customer with troubleshooting efforts to diagnose and resolve mission system faults for in service P-8 fleet. * Augment standard troubleshooting and repair technologies with innovative approaches. * Document troubleshooting and repair solutions and supporting data in both Boeing internal and US Navy customer computing systems as applicable. * Lead enhancements, improvements, and revisions to P-8 fleet command media; support updates to operational procedures and documentation relevant to P-8 in service fleet to drive engineering disposition process efficiencies and mitigate recurrent/repeat technical issues. * Collaborate with cross-functional teams. * Engineering coordination, independence, and technical acumen along with frequent interaction re: US Military personnel. * Represent P-8 fleet and advocate for customer priorities at internal Boeing meetings. * Coordination and communication with P-8 engineering personnel in Boeing Global Services (BGS), Boeing Defense and Space (BDS), and Boeing Commercial Airplanes (BCA) at all levels. ## Related Videos - [Model Based Systems Engineering in an Agile Product Development Process](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/68-model-based-systems-engineering-in-an-agile-product-development-process) - [Enabling intelligent logistics automation: home-grown Industrial IoT platform at Austrian Post](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2018-enabling-intelligent-logistics-automation-home-grown-industrial-iot-platform-at-austrian-post) - [Crew Management System for Airlines: Plan duties for pilots & flight attendants worldwide](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1444-crew-management-system-for-airlines-plan-duties-for-pilots-flight-attendants-worldwide) - [Robots are coming into the wild! 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