Flight Termination System (FTS) Engineer (Associate, Mid-Level or Senior)

BOEING; Saint Charles (MO); On-site; USD 104,000 - 171,000; Full time

Job summary

The Boeing Company in Saint Charles, Missouri is seeking a Flight Termination System (FTS) Engineer at Associate, Mid-Level, or Senior levels to support multiple weapons flight test programs. The role involves collaboration to deploy FTS, ensure RCC-319/RCC-324 compliance, and coordinate with Range Safety Officers and program offices.

Candidates should have a BS in Engineering or related field and aerospace engineering experience; travel and shift flexibility may be required to meet program

Qualifications

• 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.
• Experienced with engineering in the aerospace industry.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with others to develop and deploy Flight Termination Systems in support of weapons flight test programs
• Ensure compliance with all FTS requirements, including RCC-319, RCC-324, Contractual Requirements, etc
• Identify required products, systems, components, and materials for FTS system
• Determine test artifacts and methods for demonstrating compliance at the component and system level
• Design and implement test fixtures to verify component performance
• Performing analysis of qualification testing and generating documentation demonstrating system compliance
• Closely partner with Range Safety Officers, Customer Program Offices, Program Leadership, Subject Matter Experts, and other stakeholders to obtain FTS System Certification for flight
• Provide inputs to Earned Value Management for tracking progress on work packages
• Ability to travel and support flight testing on an as needed basis

Skills

Aerospace engineering

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering

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 Company is seeking a Flight Termination System (FTS) Engineer (Associate, Mid-Level or Senior) to support multiple weapons flight test programs based out of St. Charles, MO

This position may require travel (short term or long-term DTA- Domestic Temporary Assignment) in support of testing to alternate test sites. This position is for 1st shift; however, variable shifts including day, evening, nights and weekends may be required to support program objectives.

Position Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with others to develop and deploy Flight Termination Systems in support of weapons flight test programs
• Ensure compliance with all FTS requirements, including RCC-319, RCC-324, Contractual Requirements, etc
• Identify required products, systems, components, and materials for FTS system
• Determine test artifacts and methods for demonstrating compliance at the component and system level
• Design and implement test fixtures to verify component performance
• Performing analysis of qualification testing and generating documentation demonstrating system compliance
• Closely partner with Range Safety Officers, Customer Program Offices, Program Leadership, Subject Matter Experts, and other stakeholders to obtain FTS System Certification for flight
• Provide inputs to Earned Value Management for tracking progress on work packages
• Ability to travel and support flight testing on an as needed basis

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
• Experienced with engineering in the aerospace industry

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Level 3: 3 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Level 4: 5 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience designing special test equipment for flight programs and supporting proposals
• Experience with flight test, flight operations, or system test

Conflict of Interest:

Successful candidate 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 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:

Level 2: $85,000-$115,000

Level 3: $103,700-$140,300

Level 4: $126,650-$171,350

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

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 U.S. Secret Clearance Pre-Start and 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.