Job Description

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Boeing Defense, Space & Security is seeking multiple motivated and skilled Propulsion Engineer(Associate or Mid-Level) to join our dynamic team in one of the following locations:

• Kennedy Space Center, FL

• Huntsville, AL

• New Orleans, LA

This exciting opportunity places you at the forefront of space exploration as part of the Space Launch Systems (SLS) program, where you will play a critical role in advancing propulsion technologies that enable humanity’s next giant leap. As a key technical leader, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive the design, testing, and certification of propulsion components and subsystems, ensuring the highest standards of quality and performance. If you are passionate about rocket propulsion and eager to contribute to groundbreaking aerospace projects, this role offers the chance to make a lasting impact on the future of space travel.

Position Responsibilities:

• Supports definition of requirements for propulsion system components used in vehicle cryogenic fuel / oxidizer, bi-prop / mono-prop, pneumatic, hydraulic or pyrotechnic systems

• Supports definitions, coordination and control of the functional and physical interfaces between the components within the propulsion system

• Supports development and maintenance of envelope drawings (EDs) / component specifications for associated vehicle components to meet customer and regulatory requirements

• Supports design of propulsion components to meet all subsystem design and performance criteria.  Supports development of rationale needed to make sound technical decisions regarding component design and development

• Supports use of various testing, analysis, modeling and simulation tools to estimate or calculate component performance

• Supports definition and performance of propulsion components qualification / certification testing

• Supports fielded components to assure continued reliability and airworthiness

• Supports identification and management of propulsion risks, issues, and opportunities: supports development of executable mitigation/capture plans, develops cost and schedule impact estimates, updates risk tracking system (e.g. BORIS) and communicates to propulsion RIO Control Board

• Supports development and maintenance of Supplier Statement of Work (SSOW) for programs developing vehicle components to meet customer and regulatory requirements.  Support Program and Supplier Management in development of plans for, and execution of, material procurement

• Supports technical evaluations of supplier proposals and coordinate with supplier management and cost account management to develop budgets for supplier efforts

• Supports component failure investigations and non-conformance closures through Material Review Board (MRB) and other internal and customer boards. This includes component issues that emerge at the supplier and/or the vehicle production facility (e.g. MAF).  Coordinate with Boeing Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and other Integrated Product Team (IPT) members as needed to resolve issue

• Supports execution of technical interchange meetings and component reviews.  For example: supplier requirements review (SRR), design reviews (PDR / CDR), acceptance reviews, test readiness reviews (TRR), production readiness reviews (PRR)

• Supports the review of supplier data requirement list (SDRL) items and engineering drawings to ensure design and requirement compliance

• Supports regular (e.g. weekly) technical coordination meetings with Propulsion IPT leadership, other Boeing groups / leaders, suppliers, and customers.  Includes reporting component status / issues to internal leadership and customer on a regular basis.  Assist Cost Account Managers in program baseline status weekly updates as needed

• Support and coordinate work scope with other engineers as assigned

• Work under general supervision with increasing independence, demonstrating sound engineering judgment

• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science

• 1+ years of experience in rocket propulsion

• 1+ years of experience with propulsion system components, interfaces and their design/integration variables, within aerospace vehicles

• 1+ years of experience with propulsion system design/integration

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• 3+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

• 3+ years of experience working on propulsion systems to include cryogenic & pneumatic delivery systems

• Experience in space, launch vehicle, and/or aircraft programs

• Experience in NASA Space programs or a related Space or Defense program

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

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.

Shift Work Statement:

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 Associate (Level 2): $88,400.00 - $119,600.00

Summary pay range for Mid-Level (Level 3): $107,100.00 - $144,900.00

Applications for this position will be accepted until Jan. 05, 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

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

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.