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.
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.
The Boeing Company is actively seeking an early to associate or mid-career Mechanical Systems Design Engineer - Drive Systems Specialty located in Ridley Park, PA .
The ideal candidate will join the Philadelphia Design Center Drive Systems team and support design, development, manufacturing and fielding of complex drive systems across the Boeing Enterprise. This team is engaged in developing drive systems for military development programs, future Vertical Lift Research and Development Projects, DARPA projects, and other commercial development programs. The team is responsible for providing on-time, technically sound, and executable solutions for applications related to transmissions, rotor and blade systems, and other mechanical systems.
As a Mechanical Systems Design Engineer / Drive System Design Engineer, you will be responsible for executing the development, maintenance, or modification of complex drive systems to support Boeing products and priorities.
Position Responsibilities: Your role will involve interfacing with various engineering capabilities and performing the following tasks:
Engineering Definition Development : Develop engineering definitions for complex drive system data packages, including 3D Model Based Definition, functional analyses, simulations, manufacturing instructions, and supplier management support
System Fabrication Support : Provide support during the fabrication process to ensure compliance with engineering requirements and specifications for drive systems
Test Support: Develop verification and validation plans, evaluate test data, and validate drive system components and systems against design requirements and objectives
Data Management : Utilize product data management tools, such as Teamcenter IPDM, for effective data management and documentation related to drive systems
Technology Investigation : Investigate emerging technologies to develop concepts for future drive system designs that meet projected requirements
Proficiency in using Microsoft Office Software for data analysis, modeling, reporting, and presentations.
Strong communication skills
This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.
This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. Final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience): (please see education and experience for the levels below)
Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus on Mechanical, Civil, Aerospace Aeronautical or Material Sciences)
1+ years experience in 3D Modeling Tools Experience: Proficiency in using 3D modeling tools such as SolidWorks, CATIA, NX, or similar software for drive system design and development
1+ years experience in GD&T Knowledge: Strong understanding and experience with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) of complex mechanical systems, specifically related to drive systems
1+ years experience in Microsoft Office Software: Proficiency in using Microsoft Office Software for data analysis, modeling, reporting, and presentations
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
Level 3 - Bachelor's degree and 5+ years' experience or Master's and 3+ years
Drive System Design Experience: Demonstrated experience in drive system design, including knowledge of design principles, stress analysis and mechanical components.
Proficiency in CATIA 3D Modeling software
Ability to read and create 2D engineering drawings
Experience with design, analysis and manufacturing of metallic components
Strong communication skills
Typical Education/Experience:
Level 2
Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), computer science, engineering data science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 2 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience or non-US equivalent qualifications. In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.
Level 3
Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), computer science, engineering data science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 5 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience or non-US equivalent qualifications.
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.
Conflict of Interest:
Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
Relocation:
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.
The Boeing 401(k) helps you save for your future, with contributions from Boeing that can help you grow your retirement savings. Our best-in-class retirement benefit features:
Best in class 401(k) plan: we'll match your contributions dollar for dollar, up to 10% of eligible pay with Immediate 100% vesting.
Student Loan Match: The Boeing 401(k) Student Loan Match allows eligible enrolled U.S. employees to have their qualified student loan debt payments counted, along with any match-eligible contributions they make, for purposes of determining the Company Match to employees' Boeing 401(k) accounts.
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): $90,950 - $123,050
Summary pay range (level 3): $111,350 - $150,650
Applications for this position will be accepted until Sept. 08, 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.
Security Clearance
This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.
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.
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.
