Senior Applied Mathematician

The Boeing Company; Berkeley (MO); On-site; USD 149,000 - 201,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Relocation assistance

Signing bonus

Job summary

The Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) Phantom Works at Berkeley, Missouri is seeking a Senior Applied Mathematician to lead numerical algorithms, neural networks, ML, and data processing across advanced programs. This onsite role requires coordinating with engineering teams and delivering metrics and reports for internal and customer reviews.

Ideal candidates have a BS in a related field, 9+ years of experience, 3+ years with neural networks/ML, and 5+ years in Python or C++.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related field.
• 9+ years of related work experience or equivalent mix with education
• 3+ years of hands-on neural networks and ML development
• 5+ years in Python or C++ programming
• 3+ years in a lead role

Responsibilities

• Leads mathematical research and contributes to the research strategy for the organization
• Lead the development of complex algorithms to support program needs
• Prepare, process, and interpret large data sets into actionable metrics
• Support development of test methodologies, validation plans, and correlation studies for simulation-to-measurement agreement
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to ensure solutions are compatible with performance, manufacturability, maintainability, and integration requirements
• Prepare technical reports, specifications, design documentation, and briefing materials for internal stakeholders and customer reviews

Skills

Neural networks

Machine learning

Python

C++

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

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.

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) Phantom Works organization in Berkeley, Missouri is seeking a Senior Applied Mathematician to provide technical leadership in numerical algorithm development, neural network design, machine learning applications, and data processing techniques across advanced development programs.

Position Responsibilities:

• Leads mathematical research and contributes to the research strategy for the organization
• Lead the development of complex algorithms to support program needs
• Prepare, process, and interpret large data sets into actionable metrics
• Support development of test methodologies, validation plans, and correlation studies for simulation-to-measurement agreement
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to ensure solutions are compatible with performance, manufacturability, maintainability, and integration requirements
• Prepare technical reports, specifications, design documentation, and briefing materials for internal stakeholders and customer reviews

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, Post start. An interim or final U.S. Top-Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

This position requires the 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 Skills and Experience):

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus in Electrical, Mechanical or Aeronautical), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement
• 9+ of related work experience and a bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of related work experience and technical education
• 3+ years of hands‑on experience with neural networks and machine learning model development
• 5+ years of experience with a high‑level programming language such as Python or C++.
• 3+ years in a lead role

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills and Experience):

• An Active Security Clearance
• Working knowledge of electromagnetic theory as it applies to RCS reduction and signature control
• Experience correlating CEM predictions with laboratory and range measurement data
• Strong technical communication skills, including formal reports, presentations, and customer-facing briefings
• Ability to work effectively in cross-functional engineering environments and manage multiple concurrent technical tasks to schedule

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: $148,750 - $201,250

Applications for this position will be accepted until Oct. 19, 2026

Export Control Requirements:

If the successful candidate is not a “U.S. Person” (as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.62 “U.S. Person” includes U.S. citizens and U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents, refugees, or asylees) and the position requires access to export-controlled data, an appropriate export authorization by the U.S. Government may be required prior to such access. Employment, and the continuity of employment of non-U.S. persons, is contingent upon the company’s ability to secure and maintain the necessary export control authorization.

Export Control Details:

US based job, US Person not 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. Top 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.