Lab Operations Engineer (Entry, Associate, or Experienced Level)

Boeing; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 77,000 - 151,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Boeing is seeking Lab Operations Engineers in Long Beach, CA to support development and sustainment of avionics lab and related test activities. You will participate in designing lab hardware, documenting requirements, and integrating hardware and software to meet test objectives. The role offers exposure to programs like AvionX and C-17, with increasing responsibilities across entry to mid-level levels.

Strong collaboration, problem solving, and experience in laboratory testing are valued. U.S.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.
• Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or related field.
• Experience with electronic hardware testing and troubleshooting.
• Experience with testing in software and electronic hardware development.
• Experience in a laboratory environment.
• Experience with wire harness design and drawings.

Responsibilities

• Perform systems verification through execution of test procedures.
• Support the development and verification of test methods.
• Develop detailed test procedures, and instrumentation and configuration definitions to perform tests and minimize risk.
• Design test hardware, software and systems to meet test requirements.
• Analyze, process, and format data to customer requirements.
• Review test data for accuracy, quality and fidelity prior to delivery to customer.
• Prepare and publish test reports to document test results and satisfy requirements.
• Archive data and reports.

Skills

Lab testing

Troubleshooting

Systems integration

Written/verbal communication

Collaboration

Security clearance readiness

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Visio

DOORS

TeamCenter

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 Test and Evaluation (BT&E) organization is seeking Lab Operations Engineers based in Long Beach, CA, to support the development and sustainment of our avionics lab and related test activities.

You’ll have the opportunity to work on groundbreaking projects that will shape the future of the aerospace industry. Our current initiatives include developing an integrated test lab for flight hardware, avionics, and flight simulators. Major programs include AvionX, C-17 and others.

As a Lab Operations Engineer in BT&E, you will play a pivotal role in the design and development of lab hardware and sustainment of new and legacy units. In addition, you will document requirements, develop and maintain test articles and interfaces in support of various programs using the lab. Additionally, you will perform seamless hardware and software integration ensuring all systems work harmoniously together to support qualification and provide support in troubleshooting and resolving lab issues of new and legacy test equipment.

Our teams are currently hiring for a broad range of experience levels including Entry, Associate, and Mid-Level Lab Operation Engineers.

Position Responsibilities Include:

• Perform systems verification through execution of test procedures
• Support the development and verification of test methods
• Develop detailed test procedures, and instrumentation and configuration definition, needed to perform the test and minimize risk
• Develop solutions to calibration systems problems of limited scope and impact
• Design test hardware, software and systems to achieve test requirements
• Use analytical tools to verify the design
• Analyze, process, and format data to customer requirements
• Review test data, including off-nominal data, for accuracy, quality and/or fidelity prior to delivery to customer
• Prepare and publish test reports to document test results and satisfy requirements
• Present test results to internal
• Archive data and reports

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• This position requires the ability to obtain a US Security Clearance for which the US Government requires US 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
• Experience with electronic hardware testing and troubleshooting
• Experience with testing in the realms of Software and Electronic Hardware development
• Experience working in a laboratory environment
• Experience with development and maintenance of wire harness design and drawings

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Level 2: 1 or more years’ related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Level 3: 3 or more years’ related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• 1 + years of experience working with electrical data bus interface standards (Ethernet, MILSTD-1553, ARINC 429, RS-232)
• 1 + years of experience working with MIL-STD Connectors such as D38999
• Experience with generating electrical drawings using AutoCAD or Visio
• Experience with hardware configuration control and requirements management tools (e.g., DOORS, TeamCenter)
• Experience in the creation of Statement of Work and estimates, plans, schedules and corrective action
• Experience in developing hardware verification plans, test procedures and test environments, as well as executing the test procedures and documenting test results
• Great teammate, able to work in collaborative environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

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.

Summary Pay Range for Entry - Level (Level 1): $76,500 – $103,500

Summary Pay Range for Associate - Level (Level 2): $90,950 – $123,050

Summary Pay Range for Mid - Level (Level 3): $111,350 – $150,650

Applications for this position will be accepted until Sept. 27, 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.