Lead Test and Evaluation Laboratory Technician

Boeing Co.; Patuxent River Estates (MD); On-site; USD 81,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

Boeing in Patuxent River, MD seeks a Lead Test & Evaluation Laboratory Technician for the MQ-25 Flight Test Program. The role involves leading complex lab tests, system integration, and data analysis with occasional travel to St. Louis and Lakehurst.

1st shift with potential additional shifts to support program objectives. Candidates must hold an active U.S. Secret Clearance, bring 5+ years in electrical drawings and sensor instrumentation, and demonstrate wiring harness expertise.

Qualifications

• Active U.S. Secret Security Clearance required (or recently active).
• 5+ years of experience interpreting electrical drawings, schematics, and definitions.
• 5+ years with sensors and instrumentation (strain gauges, temperature/pressure, accelerometers, deflection transducers).
• Experience inspecting, fabricating, installing, routing, terminating, soldering, and repairing electrical wiring harnesses or components.

Responsibilities

• Plans, conducts and documents complex tests on products, systems, components, materials, and manufacturing processes and technologies.
• Designs, fabricates, builds and analyzes test systems, materials, components, software and methodologies.
• Coordinates test requirements, determines test methods and capabilities.
• Conducts system test preparations by guiding system integration, fabrication, modification, setup, checkout and teardown.
• Performs test article configuration control.
• Conducts complex tests, analyzes data and documents results; participates in test readiness reviews.
• Identifies and resolves test anomalies.
• Troubleshoots and resolves complex laboratory and test-related problems.
• Coordinates test laboratory activities, maintenance and repairs, and personnel training.
• Assists government agencies, safety and hazardous materials teams in emergencies.
• Coaches and trains others.
• Works under minimal direction.

Skills

Security clearance

Electrical schematics

Sensors & instrumentation

Electrical wiring & harnesses

Troubleshooting

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.

Position

Lead Test & Evaluation Laboratory Technician to join our team in Patuxent River, MD with the MQ-25 Flight Test Program.

Extended travel to the St. Louis area and Lakehurst, NJ on Domestic Temporary Assignment will be required.

Position Responsibilities

• Plans, conducts and documents complex tests on products, systems, components, materials, and manufacturing processes and technologies
• Designs, fabricates, builds and analyzes test systems, materials, components, software and methodologies
• Coordinates test requirements, determines test methods and capabilities
• Conducts system test preparations by guiding system integration, fabrication, modification, setup, checkout and teardown
• Performs test article configuration control
• Conducts complex tests, analyzes data and documents results; participates in test readiness reviews
• Identifies and resolves test anomalies
• Troubleshoots and resolves complex laboratory and test-related problems
• Coordinates test laboratory activities, maintenance and repairs, and personnel training
• Assists government agencies, safety and hazardous materials teams in the event of emergencies
• Coaches and trains others
• Works under minimal direction

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• This position requires an active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active.)
• 5+ years of experience interpreting electrical engineering drawings, schematics, and definition
• 5+ years of experience with various types of sensors and instrumentation including strain gages, temperature / pressure measurement, accelerometers, and deflection transducers
• Experience inspecting, fabricating, installing, routing, terminating, soldering, and repairing electrical wiring harnesses; or any variety of electrical components, and associated equipment

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Extensive experience in the installation and check-out of strain gauges, pressure transducers, accelerometers, fuel flow meters, and thermocouple / RTD sensors, etc
• Experience troubleshooting signal conditioning equipment and skill setting up numerous sensor types for program requirements
• Background mentoring / training lower-level technicians while working under minimal direction

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

Shift

This role is primarily first shift; however, there may be additional shift requirements to support program objectives.

This position is for 1st shift

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 Lead Level (Level 4): $80,750 – $109,250

Applications for this position will be accepted until Nov. 12, 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

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Security Clearance

This position requires an active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

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.