Flight Test Maintenance Operations Subject Matter Expert

Boeing is seeking a Flight Test Maintenance Operations Subject Matter Expert to support flight line activities, aircraft design-build execution, and flight test programs in Seattle, Washington.

About the Role

The successful candidate will read and interpret engineering drawings, evaluate and revise flight line policies and procedures, and serve as a maintenance Subject Matter Expert (SME) from pre-planning through build and test execution. This role requires hands-on flight test maintenance experience, strong technical writing skills, and the ability to recommend and implement process improvements that maintain safety, regulatory compliance, and program objectives.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Ability to work on or near aircraft on the flight line, climb ladders, work from lifts/scaffolds, and work in noisy/outdoor conditions
• Must be able to lift and move equipment as required by maintenance tasks
• May require occasional travel and irregular hours to support test events

Security & Compliance

• Must comply with Boeing and customer safety, security, and quality requirements
• This position requires the ability to obtain a US Security Clearance for which the US Government requires US Citizenship

Responsibilities

• Read, interpret, and apply engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, structural and systems schematics, and engineering change orders (ECOs) to support flight test maintenance and modifications
• Serve as the maintenance SME for flight test programs: participate in pre-planning, design reviews, build planning, tasking, and execution of aircraft modifications and test configurations
• Review, write, and revise Boeing maintenance processes, procedures, and job cards to ensure compliance with Boeing policies, customer requirements, and regulatory standards (FAA/EASA/other as applicable)
• Recommend and implement changes to maintenance policies and procedures to increase safety, efficiency, and reliability of flight line operations
• Create and maintain technical documentation, maintenance instructions, and inspection criteria for test-configured aircraft
• Support troubleshooting and root-cause analysis for in-flight and ground maintenance discrepancies; mentor technicians and engineers on maintenance techniques and procedures
• Coordinate with design engineers, program management, quality assurance, and safety to ensure integrated and compliant maintenance solutions
• Support risk assessments, pre-flight briefings, and post-flight debriefs related to maintenance status and configuration control

Requirements

• 10 or more years of experience in Aviation industry maintenance
• 5 or more years of experience (military or commercial) in aircraft maintenance and flight line operations
• Experience in test instrumentation planning, installation, and/or design
• Experience in ground support equipment and/or tooling engineering
• Experience in aircraft production, ground operations, and/or flight-line operations
• Experience reading and understanding engineering drawings, blueprints, schematics, and specifications
• Ability to work in a lab environment which includes climbing ladders, scaffolding, and high lift equipment
• Willing to travel domestically up to 10% of the time

Preferred Qualifications

• Active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required)
• FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) certificate or national equivalent
• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace/Aeronautical Science or related Aviation Maintenance discipline
• Proven experience as a subject matter expert on aircraft maintenance practices, modification builds, or flight test maintenance programs
• Experience leading cross-functional teams in design-build-test environments
• Experience using technical authoring tools and maintenance record systems
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; demonstrated ability to write, edit, and implement maintenance procedures and technical documentation
• Experience developing, reviewing, and implementing Boeing command media (BPI’s, PRO’s, BPG’s etc.) specific to flight line policies and procedures
• Familiarity with applicable regulatory requirements (e.g., FAA 14 CFR, Part 43/145, EASA or other regional requirements), and with Boeing maintenance/flight test standards
• Demonstrated experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams, maintenance manuals, and Boeing command media (BPI’s, PRO’s, BPG’s etc.)

Schedule

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

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.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Summary pay range: $119,000 - $161,000.