Weapons Test & Evaluation Engineer (Associate, or Mid-Level)

Boeing; Saint Charles (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Boeing is seeking a Weapons Test & Evaluation Engineer (Associate or Mid-Level) in Saint Charles, MO to lead flight test activities on major weapons programs. The role involves defining test requirements, coordinating with government and contractors, and ensuring safety and quality throughout the test process.

Responsibilities include weapon assembly, software loading, configuration management, and real-time test decision support.

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

• Act as a flight test engineer (FTE) and test conductor on a variety of weapons programs (JDAM, SDB, GLSDB, MOP, B61, Harpoon, SLAM-ER, etc.)
• Work with Boeing, Government, and other Military Contractors to define and document test requirements and test procedures that will meet test objectives while ensuring safety, quality, and test efficiency
• Support weapon assembly, software loading, and functional checkouts of weapons
• Manage and verify configuration of weapon hardware and software under test
• Support weapons and flight termination system checks to verify system health prior to test
• Support the execution of the test program, including builds, ground testing, environmental quantification, safe separation, carrier suitability, captive carriage, guided release, etc.
• Travel to various domestic and international test ranges, sometimes with limited advance notice, in support of dynamic flight test schedules
• Coordinate with flight test and range personnel to develop, update, maintain, and configuration control real-time displays needed for making real-time flight test conduct decisions
• Facilitate test planning meetings, test readiness reviews, pre-travel briefings, test document reviews, and post-test reporting documentation

Skills

Aerospace engineering experience

Education

Bachelor of Science degree or equivalent in Engineering/related field

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.

Boeing Test and Evaluation (BT&E) is looking for a Weapons Test & Evaluation Engineer (Associate, or Mid-Level) to join our team in St. Charles, MO.

Position Responsibilities

• Act as a flight test engineer (FTE) and test conductor on a variety of weapons programs (JDAM, SDB, GLSDB, MOP, B61, Harpoon, SLAM-ER, etc.)
• Work with Boeing, Government, and other Military Contractors to define and document test requirements and test procedures that will meet test objectives while ensuring safety, quality, and test efficiency
• Support weapon assembly, software loading, and functional checkouts of weapons
• Manage and verify configuration of weapon hardware and software under test
• Support weapons and flight termination system checks to verify system health prior to test
• Support the execution of the test program, including builds, ground testing, environmental quantification, safe separation, carrier suitability, captive carriage, guided release, etc.
• Travel to various domestic and international test ranges, sometimes with limited advance notice, in support of dynamic flight test schedules
• Coordinate with flight test and range personnel to develop, update, maintain, and configuration control real-time displays needed for making real-time flight test conduct decisions
• Facilitate test planning meetings, test readiness reviews, pre-travel briefings, test document reviews, and post-test reporting documentation

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
• 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

Applications for this position will be accepted until Nov. 13, 2026

Export Control Requirements

• 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.