C-17 Data Analytics Engineer (Experienced, Lead or Senior)

BOEING; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 224,000; Full time

Job summary

The Boeing Company is seeking experienced Product Review engineers (Lead/Senior) to join the Digital Engineering Services team on the C-17 program. The role focuses on processing ADR data, analyzing system performance, and delivering dispositions to customers to ensure optimal aircraft health and reliability.

Ideal candidates will have strong data analytics, programming skills, and a background in avionics or flight simulation systems, with on-site work and potential travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent related to the work statement.
• 3+ years of experience in aircraft flight simulator training device maintenance, or experience in aircraft avionics / electronics or computer network and information systems.

Responsibilities

• Process and assess the integrity of ADR raw data.
• Analyze system malfunctions through decoding Mil-Std-1553B and ARINC-429 bus data.
• Review post-flight data for troubleshooting and aircraft health management.
• Conduct root cause analysis and develop dispositions for complex design non-conformances.
• Develop algorithms to mine data more efficiently and identify/prevent failures.
• Provide written dispositions/recommendations to C-17 customers (e.g., Product Notifications, Technical Requests).
• Support Customer’s Program Management Review meetings.
• Support IPTs and participate in design reviews.

Skills

Data analysis

Big Data management

Algorithm development

Programming

Education

Bachelor of Science degree

Tools

Python

R

Java

VB

C#

Job description

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 Global Services (BGS) C-17 Globemaster III is seeking passionate, curious, and highly experienced Product Review engineers (Experienced, Lead or Senior) to join the Digital Engineering Services (DES) team for exciting opportunities as on-site data engineers in supporting of Aircraft Data Reasoner Data (ADR) Analytics Service Contract, at one of the listed locations.

The Aircraft Data Reasoner Data is an aircraft monitoring system that gathers parametric data and produces Big Data results. Through detailed analysis, this data can indicate the health of the numerous avionics and mission systems installed on the C-17. You will be an integral part of our DES team, experts who guide the Customer on getting the very best technical performance from the C-17 fleet, the primary strategic airlifter in USAF service.

Join a team where Engineering really matters!

Position Responsibilities:

• Process and assess the integrity of ADR raw data
• Analyze system malfunctions through the decoding of Mil-Std-1553B and/or ARINC-429 bus data
• Review post-flight data for troubleshooting and aircraft health management
• Conduct root cause analysis and develop dispositions for complex design non-conformances
• Developing algorithms to allow the data to be mined more efficiently to identify and prevent system and component failures
• Provide written dispositions / recommendations to C-17 customers (i.e. Product Notifications, Technical Requests)
• Support Customer’s Program Management Review meetings
• Supports Integrated Product Teams (IPT) and participates in design reviews

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
• 3+ years of experience in aircraft flight simulator training device maintenance, or experience in aircraft avionics / electronics or computer network and information systems

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• (Level 4) 5+ years of higher education and/or related work experience. (Higher education includes college, university, technical school, licensing/certification programs, etc.)
• (Level 5) 10+ years of higher education and/or related work experience. (Higher education includes college, university, technical school, licensing/certification programs, etc.)
• Experience in supporting C-17 or other military programs
• Strong background in any or all of the following areas: data analysis, Big Data management, algorithm development and programming
• Programming experience would be ideal, in areas such as: Python, R, Java, VB, C#
• A well-rounded understanding of binary, two’s complement, hex floating point, binary, octal, ASCII, Boolean logic, ARINC 429, and MIL-Std-1553B would also be ideal
• Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications
• Understanding of aircraft operations, maintenance, troubleshooting
• Excellent communications skills
• Attention to detail
• Knowledge of aircraft hydro-mechanical, propulsion, electrical, avionics and communication systems would be highly beneficial
• Knowledge of aviation human factors and environmental controls would be beneficial
• Able to work after business hours

Conflict Of Interest:

Successful Candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

Travel:

Travel may be required up to 10% of the time.

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 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 for Experienced Level (Level 3): $96,050 - $150,650

Summary pay range for Lead Level (Level 4): $118,150 - $182,850

Summary pay range for Senior Level (Level 5): $143,650 - $224,250

Applications for this position will be accepted until Nov. 13, 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

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

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.