Flight Operations Engineer (Associate or Experienced)

Job Description
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Boeing Commercial Airplanes (BCA) is hiring an Flight Operations Engineer (Associate or Experienced) to support ourDispatch Requirements Group, part of the Customer Support Flight Operations Engineering Organization based in Seal Beach, CA.
The Dispatch Requirements Group (DRG) is a critical part of Boeing Commercial Airplanes, responsible for developing and maintaining the Master Minimum Equipment Lists (MMELs) and Dispatch Deviations Guides (DDGs) for all Boeing aircraft models. Our team ensures that operational dispatch requirements are clearly defined and aligned with regulatory standards to support safe and efficient aircraft operations throughout the entire airplane lifecycle-from product development and certification to production and fleet support.
We collaborate closely with various internal teams including Flight Sciences, Product Development, Flight Test, Sales & Marketing, and regulatory authorities to ensure that dispatch requirements meet all safety, reliability, and operational needs for all phases of flight, including takeoff, climb, cruise, descent, and landing. As a member of the DRG, you will play a vital role in enabling the safe and compliant operation of current and future Boeing Commercial Airplane products worldwide.
Our team is currently hiring for a broad range of experience levels including Associate (Level 2) and Experienced (Level 3) Flight Operations Engineers.
Position Responsibilities:

• Utilizes knowledge of Airplane Systems, Airplane Operational Performance characteristics, and Regulatory Agency Operating rules to evaluate MMEL proposals.
• Collaborates with Airline Operators and Regulatory Authorities to ensure MMEL proposals meet compliance requirements and operational needs.
• Coordinates with internal engineering teams, technical pilots, Airline Customers, FAA and foreign regulatory agencies.
• Coordinates development of flight operations and maintenance procedures to be included in DDGs.
• Authors DDGs, using Adobe FrameMaker, to first-time quality and publish to a challenging schedule
• Assesses proposed changes to aircraft certification that could impact aircraft performance.
• Responds to Customer inquiries on all Boeing Commercial Airplane models.
• Continually champion improvements to technologies, tools and processes to enhance technological readiness, to improve aircraft performance, and to reduce cycle time and cost.
• Assesses proposed regulations and engineering changes to determine impact on cost, performance, producibility, maintainability, and safety.
• Works under general supervision and mentorship.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering
• 1+ years of experience working with aerospace engineering principles (Aerodynamics, Airplane performance, or Flight Operations).

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• 9+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in performance analysis tools and software used in flight technology or dispatch engineering.
• Aerospace or Mechanical engineering degree.

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 (Associate): $98,600 - $133,400
Summary pay range Level 3 (Experienced): $119,850 - $162,150
Applications for this position will be accepted until Feb. 27, 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.