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The Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) organization is seeking a motivated, self-starting Chief Engineer for our Integrated Air and Missile Defense (IAMD) Patriot Advanced Capability (PAC-3) program in Huntsville, AL.

Boeing is seeking a Chief Engineer for the PAC-3 Seeker program.  Boeing produces and sustains seekers for the U.S. Army’s PAC-3 Missile system in Huntsville, Alabama, as a subcontractor to Lockheed Martin. The Ka band millimeter seeker is the product of decades of research and development — providing active guidance data for target acquisition, optimal aim point and terminal guidance to defeat threats. Boeing recently completed a 28,000-square-foot expansion of its facilities, as well as a 9,000-square-foot expansion of its Huntsville Electronics Center of Excellence, to increase production in support of growing air and missile defense needs. 

A successful Chief Engineer will demonstrate knowledge and experience across a wide range of disciplines necessary to lead large multi-disciplinary engineering teams. They will work cross functionality across the program to resolve emerging technical issues, and develop strategies to improve production and engineering processes.

Position Responsibilities:

• Serve as the Chief Engineer accountable for the program’s technical integrity, safety, and performance

• Lead design integration efforts and resolve complex technical, supplier, and requirements issues

• Maintain control of the technical baseline and provide oversight of supplier technical activities

• Identify, assess, and drive resolution of technical risks and issues

• Develop innovative, high-impact solutions to challenging engineering problems

• Work independently and collaboratively within cross-functional teams

• Provide critical technical reviews and independent assessments of engineering work

• Lead technical integration across systems, electrical, mechanical, and other engineering disciplines

• Direct Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) investigations and implement effective resolutions

• Build and maintain strong technical relationships with customers, business units, and other functions.

• Lead engineering efforts in proposal development and support business growth initiatives

This position is expected to be 100 onsite.  The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at the listed location.

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.

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

• 5 or more years of experience in production or manufacturing environment

• 5 or more years of experience leading multi-disciplinary engineering teams

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• 15+ years of combined education and relevant work experience (including advanced degrees, certifications, or technical training)

• Master’s or Doctorate degree in Engineering or related science/technology discipline

• Proven experience managing large-scale technical production efforts using advanced program and engineering management techniques

• Experience with engineering processes and tools in high-rate production environments

• Background in radar systems and circuit card assembly/production processes

• Experience with modernization initiatives such as Design for Manufacturability (DFM), Design for Testability (DFT), and Design for Assembly (DFA)

• Extensive experience leading large engineering projects and multi-disciplinary teams

• Strong communication and collaboration skills across technical and programmatic teams

Conflict of Interest:

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Companys Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Shift:
This is a 1st shift position.

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.

Total Rewards & Pay Transparency:
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 spanet and business considerations.  

Summary pay range:

Level 5: $164,900 - $223,100

Level 6: $197,200 - $266,800
 

Applications for this position will be accepted until Apr. 08, 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.

Export Control Details:

US based job, US Person required

Education

Bachelors Degree or Equivalent Required

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

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.

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.