Senior Flight Operations and Aviation Life Support Generalist

Boeing; Ridley Park (Delaware County); On-site; USD 109,650 - 148,350; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Health insurance

Retirement savings plans

Job summary

A major aerospace company seeks a Senior Flight Operations and Aviation Life Support Generalist to support vertical lift programs in Ridley Park, PA. This role combines hands-on and programmatic responsibilities, requiring expertise in aviation life support systems and flight operations. The ideal candidate will have at least 6 years of relevant experience, strong technical writing skills, and the ability to work with cross-functional teams. Compensation ranges from $109,650 to $148,350 based on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of experience in flight operations or aviation life support.
• Hands-on experience with ALSS equipment maintenance and inspection.
• Experience producing technical procedures and checklists.

Responsibilities

• Support flight operations planning for vertical lift aircraft.
• Administer aviation life support systems and maintain documentation.
• Train and mentor junior technicians on ALSS procedures.

Skills

Flight operations experience

Knowledge of aviation life support systems

Strong technical writing skills

Ability to work cross-functionally

Education

ALSE/ALSS/AFE certification

6+ years of relevant experience

Tools

Inspection and maintenance tools for ALSS

SAP/ERP systems

Job description

Senior Flight Operations and Aviation Life Support Generalist – Boeing Test and Evaluation (BT&E) seeks a subject matter expert to support Vertical Lift programs in Ridley Park, PA. This role blends hands‑on and programmatic support for flight operations, radio room, aviation life support systems (ALSS), aircrew equipment and test/operational flight activities. The ideal candidate has practical flight operations experience, in‑depth knowledge of aviation life support systems (egress, restraint, survival equipment) and proven ability to operate in flight test and sustainment environments with cross‑functional teams.

Position Responsibilities

• Support planning and execution of flight operations for vertical lift aircraft including radio room flight following, aircrew scheduling and aircrew currency/qualification reporting.
• Administer and maintain aviation life support systems including egress systems, restraints, crash‑worthy seats, helmets, oxygen systems, survival kits and flotation devices.
• Perform inspection, configuration, packing, maintenance coordination and documentation of ALSS equipment to applicable airworthiness and technical order standards.
• Interface with engineering, manufacturing, quality, customer and flight test organizations to resolve ALSS and flight operations issues.
• Recommend and implement corrective actions for safety, non‑conformances and reliability issues; participate in root cause analyses and lessons learned.
• Support logistics and inventory management for ALSS spares, inspection cycles and serviceable/non‑serviceable disposition.
• Train and mentor junior life support technicians, aircrew and ground staff on ALSS usage, don/doff procedures, emergency procedures and safety protocols.
• Ensure compliance with FAA, DoD and company regulations, airworthiness requirements and safety management system processes.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• Minimum 6 years of relevant experience in flight operations, aviation life support, aircrew equipment or airborne operations; vertical lift/rotorcraft experience preferred.
• ALSE/ALSS/AFE certification from a military service branch, FAA or commercial equivalent.
• Hands‑on experience with inspection, maintenance, packing and troubleshooting of ALSS equipment (egress systems, harnesses, parachutes, helmets, oxygen systems, survival equipment).
• Strong technical writing skills; experience producing technical procedures, checklists and reports.
• Clear understanding of airworthiness processes, maintenance documentation and Technical Orders/maintenance manuals.
• Ability to work cross‑functionally with engineering, operations, production, quality and customer teams.
• Ability to travel and participate in flight operations and test events; may require overnight travel and occasional extended deployments.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Active or prior experience in vertical lift/rotorcraft programs (Sikorsky/Boeing rotorcraft, tiltrotor or similar).
• Parachute Rigger qualification from military service, FAA or commercial equivalent.
• Experience with oxygen and ventilation systems, crash‑worthy seat systems and human factors considerations.
• Familiarity with DoD/Service ALSS standards, MIL‑SPEC requirements and NATO/STANAG processes.
• Experience with configuration management, SAP/ERP systems and maintenance tracking systems.
• FCC Commercial Radio Operator’s Certificate.

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

Summary pay range: $109,650 - $148,350. Applications for this position will be accepted until Feb. 12, 2026.

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain 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.

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.