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Lead Design Engineer - Mechanical Flight Controls

Boeing

Seal Beach, CA · full time · Senior

$182,750 – $247,250

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What this role is

Boeing seeks a senior mechanical engineer to lead design work on flight control systems for out-of-production commercial aircraft, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance. This role suits an aerospace professional with deep expertise in mechanical systems who can manage complex engineering projects and collaborate across multiple technical disciplines.

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What they ask for

Required

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, engineering technology, computer science, data science, mathematics, physics, or chemistry
  • 14+ years of experience in mechanical flight controls within commercial aerospace programs
  • 5+ years of experience with CATIA V5, ENOVIA, and/or DELMIA
  • 5+ years of experience on commercial aircraft programs
  • U.S. Person status as defined by export control regulations
  • 100% onsite work at Seal Beach, CA location

Nice to have

  • 20+ years of experience in mechanical flight controls or related aerospace engineering roles
  • ODA Engineering Unit Member, Boeing Designated Expert, or FAA Designated Engineering Representative designation
  • Advanced degree in engineering or related field
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Experience presenting to senior leadership
  • Strong collaborative skills across multiple team functions
  • Experience reviewing or approving Service Bulletins
  • Willingness to expand into unfamiliar technical areas

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