Airplane Electronic Engineer (SME)

Archer; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 165,000 - 223,000; Full time

Job summary

Archer in collaboration with Boeing seeks an experienced Airplane Electronic Engineer (SME) to join the 787 Electronic Systems team in North Charleston, SC. You will lead the requirements, architecture, and interface design for avionics and electrical subsystems in a sustaining production environment.

The role emphasizes leadership across the lifecycle, DO-254/DO-178/ARP-4754 qualifications, and collaboration with suppliers to ensure compliant, high-quality hardware and software.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical or Aeronautical or related).
• 14+ years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with airborne electronics hardware development and software qualification.

Responsibilities

• Leads work with customers to develop and document complex electronic and electrical system requirements.
• Translates requirements into system architecture, hardware and software designs and interface specs.
• Leads testing and validation to ensure designs meet requirements.
• Oversees monitoring of supplier performance for system integration and compliance.
• Researches technology advances for potential applications and makes investment recommendations.

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering

Tools

DO-254

DO-297

ARP-4754

DO-178

ARINC 429

ARINC 664

Job description

Archer is collaborating with Boeing to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role.

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Boeing Commercial Airplanes (BCA) is hiring for Airplane Electronic Engineer (SME) to join the 787 Electronic Systems (Avionics, Integrated Modular Avionics, Network Systems, & Electrical Subsystems) team located in North Charleston, South Carolina

As a member of the Electronic Systems team at BSC, you will develop and support these systems and their components in a sustaining production environment. Project examples include addressing design obsolescence, developing product improvements, supporting production build and test, supporting new customer introduction, and supporting the in-service fleet.

Position Responsibilities

• Leads work with customers to develop and document complex electronic and electrical system requirements.
• Leads and coordinates work to analyze and translate requirements into system architecture, hardware and software designs and interface specifications.
• Leads work to test and validate to ensure system designs meet operational and functional requirements.
• Oversees the team that monitors supplier performance to ensure system integration and compliance with requirements. Solves problems concerning and provides other support of fielded hardware and software over the entire product lifecycle.
• Researches technology advances for potential application to company business needs.
• Makes recommendations for technology investments.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• 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
• 14 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Experience with DO-254 Airborne Electronic Hardware Development & Qualification
• Experience with DO-297 Integrated Modular Avionics Development & Qualification
• Experience with ARP-4754 Systems Development & Qualification
• Experience with DO-178 Airborne Software Development & Qualification
• Engineering Requirement definition / verification
• Commercial Aerospace certification experience
• Experience w/ ARINC 429 & 664
• Successful track record of mentorship and formal/informal leadership

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 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.

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 several 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 SME (Level 5): $164,900 - $223,100

Applications for this position will be accepted until Nov. 21, 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

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

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.