Experienced Test & Evaluation Engineer (Test Instrumentation)

The Boeing Company; Ridley Park (Delaware County); On-site; USD 111,000 - 151,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Health savings accounts

Retirement savings plans

Life and disability insurance

Paid time away from work

Job summary

The Boeing Company in Ridley Park, PA seeks an Experienced Test & Evaluation Instrumentation Engineer to develop and operate instrumentation, control, and data systems for structural and mechanical tests.

Ideal candidates will have a BS in engineering, 3+ years in test environments, and experience with sensors, data acquisition, and aircraft test programs. The role includes mentorship and collaboration across Boeing's STR and BT&E teams.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to work statement.
• 3+ years of PID control theory, control software, and/or data acquisition software or equipment.
• 3+ years in a lab/test, flight test, or similar test environment.
• 1+ years with sensors/instrumentation including strain gauges, temp/pressure, accelerometers, deflection transducers.
• 3+ years designing, operating, and troubleshooting instrumentation systems for aircraft programs.

Responsibilities

• Operates test control and data acquisition systems during structural and mechanical test operations.
• Designs test hardware, software and systems to meet test requirements.
• Architects, designs, develops, and documents instrumentation and test control systems.
• Generates electrical schematics using Visio and design software.
• Coordinates control system design, fabrication, integration, modification, setup, checkout and teardown.

Skills

PID control

Data acquisition

Lab test experience

Instrumentation design

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Aerospace Engineering

Tools

MTS FlexTest

MTS AeroPro

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 Test & Evaluation (BT&E) is seeking an Experienced Test & Evaluation Instrumentation Engineer, with experience in Test Control Methods and Data Acquisition Systems preferred, to work in the Structures and Mechanical Test (STR) capability as part of the Structures Test and Evaluation Engineering team located in Ridley Park, Pennsylvania.

The STR capability supports structural, mechanical and material properties test programs for all Boeing Divisions, including Boeing Commercial Aircraft (BCA), Boeing Defense Space & Security (BDS), and Boeing Global Services (BGS). This position will support the lab test teams by developing and operating instrumentation, test control and data acquisition hardware and software setups and electro/mechanical design solutions of varying complexity.

As part of this team, you will have the opportunity to work on legacy military vertical lift aircraft, such as H-47 Chinook and AH-64 Apache helicopters, as well as programs of the future within our Phantom Works portfolio. The Philadelphia Structures team supports tests ranging from material testing to airframe component and fatigue testing. The ideal candidate should work well under pressure, have excellent all-around communication skills, leadership, interpersonal, organizational skills, and be very detail oriented.

Position Responsibilities Include:

• Operates test control and data acquisition systems during structural and mechanical test operations
• Designs test hardware, software and systems to achieve test requirements
• Identifies required products, systems, components, materials, and manufacturing processes / technologies
• Architects, Designs, Develops, and Documents instrumentation and test control systems under the general direction of senior engineers.
• Generates electrical schematics using Microsoft Visio and other common design software
• Coordinates control system design, fabrication, integration, modification, setup, checkout and teardown
• Develops derived test requirements and determines test and measurement design approach.
• Integrates test hardware, software and systems to fulfill all test requirements
• Troubleshoots and resolves instrumentation system, transducer, and test-related problems
• Analyzes, reviews and validates test data to ensure test instrumentation hardware and software readiness
• Conducts research in test technologies to improve efficiency and capability
• Interfaces with other members of project or program teams, management, and technical staff to define and implement test engineering solutions
• Performs functions as required to ensure instrumentation system readiness and data validity
• Assists in design of instrumentation placement and cable routing
• Self-starter that works under minimal supervision
• Mentor to less experienced team members

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship
• 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 with PID Control theory, control software, and/or data acquisition software or equipment
• 3+ years of experience working in a lab test, flight test, or similar test environment
• 1+ years of experience with various types of sensors and instrumentation including strain gages, temperature / pressure measurement, accelerometers, and deflection transducers
• 3+ years of experience designing, operating, and troubleshooting instrumentation systems for aircraft programs

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or Aerospace Engineering
• 3+ years of experience with MTS FlexTest controllers and/or MTS AeroPro Test Control Software
• Experience with data acquisition system attributes (e.g. range, accuracy, frequency responses, bandwidth) to define characteristics of measurements to be recorded
• Experience with hydraulic control systems for static and fatigue testing in a lab environment

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.

Conflict of Interest:

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

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.

SummaryPayRange: $111,350 – $150,650

Applications for this position will be accepted until Sept. 09, 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.

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.