Job Description
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The Human Factors Engineering (HFE) Functional Chief Engineer (FCE) Office is looking for Enterprise Human Factors Investigators who are interested in working a wide variety of challenging special projects and initiatives across each of the Boeing business units and who are passionate about helping drive the strategic direction of the HFE function across the Boeing Company. This job posting represents two positions that will report directly to the Technical Strategy Leader for the HFE function – one position is expected to have deep focus on Boeing flight decks, with the other covering a broad array of human-factors projects across Boeing’s 3 business units, spanning the entire product lifecycle. NOTE: Interested candidates with a Bachelor's degree in Cognitive Psychology or other Human Engineering related field of study please apply!
This is a high-visibility role with technical assignments that directly support the HFE FCE Office’s priorities and the business needs of the Boeing Company. You will support the Technical Strategy Leader in developing and executing strategic initiatives while partnering with the Functional Chief Engineer and Senior Technical Fellows (STFs) to monitor emerging technical issues across the company and identify those requiring HFE action.
The applicant will choose projects to lead in consultation with the FCE leadership and STFs; research the issues both within Boeing and in the broader aerospace industry; propose solutions; and then work with the applicable Boeing programs to develop them to the point at which they can be handed off.
Successful candidates will have previously demonstrated success in developing and maintaining productive relationships with stakeholders outside of their immediate organization at multiple levels of leadership and show a strong track record of performing a wide variety of HFE tasks at the highest level of excellence.
Our team is currently hiring for a broad range of experience levels including Mid-Level, Lead, and Senior Enterprise Human Factors Investigators.
Job Responsibilities:
Define and execute special projects and initiatives in Human Factors as directed by the HFE FCE Office
Perform detailed investigations in a wide variety of topics to ensure Boeing product safety and quality
Manage relationships with HFE teams embedded in business units and foster relationships with business unit leaders to help build a stronger HFE capability across the Boeing Company
Track emerging engineering issues across the enterprise and assess the need for HFE involvement
Provide expert technical guidance on high profile in-work projects that have human factors relevance and enterprise impact
Provide input on the development of functional business and technical strategies, goals, and objectives for the HFE function
Develop and execute initiatives that provide strategic direction for the HFE function
This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
Candidate shall possess an accredited Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, or a Bachelor's degree in Cognitive Psychology or other Human Engineering related field of study
3 or more years’ related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
3 or more years’ leading HFE or HFE-related initiatives and/or projects
Strong written and verbal communications skills and experience presenting to multiple levels of leadership
Ability to travel domestically and internationally
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
Level 4 : 5 or more years’ related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Level 5 : 10 or more years’ related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
5 or more years' leading HFE or HFE-related initiatives and/or projects
Experience across commercial and defense aerospace industries and multiple product platforms
Experience providing HFE support across multiple areas of the product lifecycle
Experience developing strategic vision and/or supporting strategic initiatives with an enterprise-level impact
Experience working with external aviation regulators
Experience working with aircraft operators (commercial and/or defense)
Drug Free Workplace:
Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace (DFW) 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 for Mid-level (Level 3): $119,850 – $162,150
Summary Pay Range for Lead level (Level 4): $146,200 – $197,800
Summary Pay Range for Senior level (Level 5): $176,800 – $239,200
Applications for this position will be accepted until Jan. 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
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
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.
