Airplane Equipment Installation Design Engineer

Boeing; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 92,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

Boeing South Carolina in North Charleston, SC, is hiring an Airplane Equipment Installation Design Engineer (Associate, Experienced or Senior) to join the Equipment Installation team. You will develop electrical equipment racks, power panels, cable routing and antenna layouts, and support installation designs for the 787 Dreamliner program.

The role requires CAD proficiency (CATIA/SolidWorks/Siemens NX) and experience with wire harnesses, plus the ability to work under general direction in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in an engineering discipline or related field.
• 2+ years experience with wire/wire harness installation.
• 2+ years CAD experience (CATIA, SolidWorks, Siemens NX).

Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains basic electrical product detail, assembly and installation designs.
• Develops cable/wire harness detail and assembly designs; supports disposition of discrepancies.
• Follows processes and procedures for electrical design and manufacture.
• Collects data to support statements of work.
• Assists in gathering data on supplier capabilities.
• Reviews input for integrated design and system architecture.

Skills

Wire design

Electrical installation

CAD experience

Data analysis

Drawing interpretation

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Related fields: Mechanical, Aeronautical, Electrical

Tools

CATIA

SolidWorks

Siemens NX

ENOVIA

PDM

Microsoft Office

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 South Carolina (BSC) is looking for Airplane Equipment Installation Design Engineer (Associate, Experienced or Senior) to join our Equipment Installation team in North Charleston, South Carolina.

Position Overview:

Boeing South Carolina is the home of the 787 Dreamliner. Our team designs, builds and delivers the 787 Dreamliner family of airplanes to customers all over the world. The industry-leading technology of the 787 Dreamliner is creating remarkable opportunities for airlines around the world and dramatically improving the air travel experience. We create a better way to fly for the passengers with more comfort and less fatigue like non-other in the air. We call it the Dreamliner effect.

Want to know how aerospace innovations get off the ground? Join us today to be part of our many diverse teams that come together to create an airplane that lives up to Boeing’s principles of safety, quality, and integrity. You will learn more about the people and the products leading the way to the future of air travel.

Our team is currently hiring for a broad range of experience levels including Associate (Level 2), Experienced (Level 3) or Senior (Level 4) Airplane Equipment Installation Design Engineer.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Develops and maintains basic electrical product detail, assembly and installation designs (e.g., equipment racks, power panels, cable routing and geometry, antennas).
• Develops and maintains basic cable/wire harness detail and assembly designs. Assists with engineering design disposition on discrepancies (e.g., rejection tags, production action requests, shop revision requests).
• Follows documented processes, specifications and procedures that support the design and manufacture of electrical commodities.
• Collects data to support the development of statements of work.
• Assists in data gathering of supplier capabilities.
• Reviews functional and physical input used in the development of integrated design and system architecture.
• Individual shall be able to work under general direction.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus in Mechanical, Aeronautical or Electrical), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement.
• 2+ years of experience with wire design/wire harness installation and/or equipment installation.
• 2+ years of experience working with computer aided design (CAD) such as CATIA, Solidworks, Siemens, NX.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Level 3: 5+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Level 4: 9+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in Model-Based Definition (CATIA V5 or higher, Solidworks, Siemens, NX), ENOVIA, and PDM
• Experience using all the Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
• Ability to quickly adapt to program tools and procedures
• Knowledge and ability to understand and interpret engineering drawings.
• Skill and ability to collect, organize, synthesize, and analyze data; summarize findings; develop conclusions and recommendations from appropriate data sources.

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.

Union statement:

This is a not a union‑represented position.

Pay and 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 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 market and business considerations.

Summary Pay Range:

• Associate (Level 2): $91,800 - $124,200
• Experienced (Level 3): $112,200 - $151,800
• Senior (Level 4): $136,850 - $185,150

Applications for this position will be accepted until Sept. 15, 2026.

Export Control Requirements:

This is not an Export Control position.

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.