Flight Test Maintenance Operations Subject Matter Expert Security Clearance

Position: Flight Test Maintenance Operations Subject Matter Expert with Security Clearance
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 is seeking a Flight Test Maintenance Operations Subject Matter Expert to support flight line activities, aircraft design-build execution, and flight test programs, reporting to Seattle, Washington.

The successful candidate will read and interpret engineering drawings, evaluate and revise flight line policies and procedures, and serve as a maintenance SME (Subject Matter Expert) 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 Position

Responsibilities Include:

* 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 Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
* This position requires the ability to obtain a US Security Clearance for which the US Government requires US Citizenship

* 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 the following: 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 work travel domestically up to 10% of the time

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
* Active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active.)

* 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.) Conflict of Interest:
Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI)…