F-15 Project Engineer

Boeing; Berkeley (MO); On-site; USD 137,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

Boeing is seeking a F-15 Project Engineer to support F-15 Software Development and Advanced Programs in St. Louis, MO. The role coordinates across disciplines, working with Mission Systems, and involves hardware/software development familiarity.

The role requires leading cross-functional teams, managing SOW changes, and ensuring on-time delivery with quality and safety. Domestic/international travel up to 10% may be required; US Citizenship and security clearance are prerequisites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement
• 9+ years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience

Responsibilities

• Provides Engineering leadership to a multi-skill team representing internal/external resources, management and customers.
• Develops statement of work (SOW) to satisfy research and development, ongoing and new business requirements.
• Responds to dynamic changes to SOW, assesses impact and negotiates modifications to deliverables, resources, costs and schedules.
• Leads project execution to complete the work statement with quality, safety, and on-time delivery.
• Defines plans for risk mitigation and opportunity.
• Compares actual results to baseline plan to assess performance, efficiencies and lessons learned.
• Works independently to provide technical, business and integration leadership for project plans.

Skills

Project leadership

Cross-functional coordination

SAFe Agile experience

Avionics systems familiarity

Fighter aircraft knowledge

Government/military customer

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering/related fields

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.

The Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) business unit is currently seeking a F-15 Project Engineer to support F-15 Software Development and Advanced Programs in St. Louis, Missouri: one of our largest, most dynamic sites with a broad business portfolio.

The individual selected for this role will be responsible for coordinating across disciplines to drive project execution for F-15 Domestic activities. This role requires close interaction with Mission Systems, and familiarity with hardware and software development is highly valuable. This role offers visibility to leadership by working closely with program managers and the customer on the subject projects.

Position Responsibilities

• Provides the Engineering leadership to a team representing multiple skill areas, which may include internal and external resources, management, and customers.
• Develops statement of work (SOW) to satisfy research and development, ongoing and new business requirements.
• Responds to dynamic changes to SOW, assesses the impact and negotiates proposed changes to determine modifications to the deliverables, resources, costs and schedules.
• Leads project execution to complete the work statement with quality, safety, and on time delivery.
• Defines plans for risk mitigation and opportunity.
• Compares actual results to baseline plan to assess project performance, efficiencies, productivity and lessons learned. Identifies performance metrics.
• Works independently to provide technical, business and integration leadership for the development and execution of project plans.

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at Berkeley, MO.

Travel may be required up to 10% of the time; Domestically and/or internationally depending on business needs.

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim/Final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

This position requires ability to obtain Special Program Access, for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship only.

Potential signing bonus for eligible/qualified external candidates.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skill/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
• 9 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Active Security Clearance
• Earned Value Management experience
• Experience working with SAFe Agile software teams
• Experience working on Avionics systems
• Experience with fighter aircraft
• Government/Military Customer Experience

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.

Total Rewards

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.

The Boeing 401(k) helps you save for your future, with contributions from Boeing that can help you grow your retirement savings. Our best-in-class retirement benefit features:

• Best in class 401(k) plan: we'll match your contributions dollar for dollar, up to 10% of eligible pay with Immediate 100% vesting
• Student Loan Match: The Boeing 401(k) Student Loan Match allows eligible enrolled U.S. employees to have their qualified student loan debt payments counted, along with any match-eligible contributions they make, for purposes of determining the Company Match to employees’ Boeing 401(k) accounts.

Summary pay range

$136,850 - $185,150

Applications for this position will be accepted until Oct. 20, 2026

Export Control Requirements

• 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. This position requires ability to obtain program access, for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship only.

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.