Aeriel Refuelling Systems Engineer & Equipment Manager

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The KC-46 Aerial Refuelling Systems team is seeking a highly motivated, capable, and quick learning Associate, Mid-Level, or Senior Systems Design Engineer and Equipment Manager to support the KC-46A program in Boeing Defense and Space. The KC-46 Aerial Refuelling Systems team is made up of Boeing teams, external customers, and suppliers to ensure a quality system is designed, manufactured, tested, and maintained as part of the KC-46 platform.

As a key player in one of the most advanced aerial refuelling systems in the world, you will oversee the system design and management of critical equipment that supports our mission to deliver unparalleled capabilities to our customers. This role offers a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of aviation technology, ensuring that our equipment meets the highest standards of performance and reliability.

The ideal candidate will have a background in mechanical systems, systems design and architecture, supplier engineering, certification, or requirement verification/validation; the ability to communicate effectively; and the ability to integrate with various teams effectively as part of a geographically-dispersed team.

Position Responsibilities

• Lead and/or support the engineering design, development, analysis, testing, and certification of the aerial refuelling hardware systems to ensure seamless integration with software and higher-level systems and platforms throughout a product’s lifecycle.
• Develop, validate, and verify system level requirements.
• Collaborate on the design, development, integration, testing, and operational capability of various programs.
• Lead and/or assist in the development of test plans and procedures in support of certification activities.
• Clearly communicates technical information with Boeing teams, suppliers, customers, and regulatory delegates to certify and produce a product.
• Manages product configuration and architecture.
• Coordinate system-level integration for defensive systems hardware and software.
• Oversee the definition and execution of critical tests of various types to validate the performance of designs against system requirements.
• Gather information to support proposal development and conduct trade studies for future upgrades and new business opportunities.
• Coordinate and ensure FAA, military certification, and Boeing airworthiness activities for the defensive hardware systems and its components.
• Coordinate and consult with specialty engineering Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) such as safety, electromagnetic emissions, and cybersecurity.
• Provide troubleshooting support for production labs and aircraft when technical issues occur.
• Conduct technical issue investigations and Root Cause and Corrective Actions (RCCAs).

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• 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.
• 1+ year of experience defining, verifying, or validating requirements.
• 1+ year of experience in mechanical systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Ability to collaborate and work in a team.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• 5 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 9 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in data analysis and Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA).
• Experience in Technical Subcontract Management working with suppliers.
• Experience evaluating aircraft maintenance requirements, certifications or airworthiness directives.
• Experience in hardware and software integration.

Application Details

• Applications for this position will be accepted until Feb. 28, 2026.
• Education: Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required.
• Relocation: Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
• Security Clearance: This position requires the ability to obtain United Kingdom Security Check.
• Visa Sponsorship: Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
• Shift: Not a Shift Worker (United Kingdom).

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law. We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world’s most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are a Disability Confident Committed employer and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.