Job Description

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We are seeking an Avionics and Mission Systems Engineer to support operations at Papa Air Base Hungary , as part of Boeing’s on-site field engineering and technical support team in support of NATO operations.

This role focuses on providing hands-on technical support for aircraft avionics and mission systems, releasing engineering products to enable maintenance and repair of in-service issues, troubleshooting complex operational defects, and supporting aircraft availability in a high-tempo environment.

You will work closely with maintenance personnel, operations teams, and Boeing engineering staff to resolve technical issues, provide clear repair guidance, and ensure safe, effective, and timely restoration of mission capability.

In this role, you will be responsible for:

• Diagnosing, troubleshooting, and resolving complex avionics, mission systems, and related electrical/interface issues on operational aircraft.
• Providing practical repair guidance, technical recommendations, and engineering support to NATO and maintenance personnel.
• Interpreting and applying technical data including schematics, wiring diagrams, engineering drawings, system manuals, maintenance publications, and repair procedures.
• Releasing engineering products and technical documentation to support maintenance actions and return aircraft to service.
• Delivering on-the-job training, demonstrations, and technical mentoring on system theory, fault isolation, servicing, troubleshooting, and repair techniques.
• Supporting aircraft mission readiness by identifying corrective actions, coordinating support requirements, and recommending safe and effective courses of action.
• Preparing technical reports, product support documentation, publication change requests, and continuous improvement inputs to record field activity and drive system improvements.
• Collaborating with Boeing engineering, supply, operations, and customer teams, and supporting other NATO or allied operators when required.
• Traveling to other operating locations as needed to support maintenance recovery, technical investigations, or operational commitments.

Basic requirements/ qualifications:

• Engineering degree in a relevant discipline such as Avionics, Electrical, Electronics, Aerospace, or Systems Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Demonstrable experience troubleshooting avionics and mission systems in an operational aircraft environment using technical publications, schematics, wiring diagrams, and historical fault data.
• Proven knowledge of aircraft systems integration, fault isolation, and repair procedures.
• Ability to work under pressure in a 24/7 operational environment; on-call support may be required.
• Required: active or the ability to obtain NATO or US security clearance.

Preferred qualifications(nice to have):

• Understanding of how avionics and mission systems interface with electrical, communications, navigation, mission, and aircraft control systems.
• Experience with engineering review and product release processes.
• Strong technical writing and documentation skills.
• Experience mentoring or training maintenance personnel.
• Prior military aircraft, transport aircraft, or NATO support experience is desirable.
• Familiarity with aircraft support equipment, ground test equipment, and standard maintenance tooling.

Core Competencies

• Adaptability: Maintains effectiveness through changing tasks and operational conditions.
• Analytical Skills: Collects and analyses data to develop clear recommendations.
• Collaboration: Builds strong working relationships with customers and internal teams.
• Customer Focus: Prioritizes operational needs and mission readiness.
• Engineering Judgement: Applies engineering principles to make safe, balanced decisions that maintain product integrity.
• Product Review Process Knowledge

Additional Requirements

• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills (in English)
• Strong customer service mindset and collaborative approach.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure while preserving technical and program integrity.
• Eligible for required security screening/clearance.
• Must have the legal right to work in the relevant location without sponsorship, if applicable.

Relocation:

• Relocation is offered on this requisition for qualified candidates.
• Applicants must be able to obtain work permit/visa depending on the requirements of the country. This requisition is for an international, locally hired position. Benefits and pay are determined at the local level and are not part of Boeing U.S.-based payroll.

Important: The employment will be contingent on the candidate's ability to satisfy all labor and immigration formalities of the country.

Applications for this position will be accepted until Nov. 16, 2026

Export Control Requirements:

This is not an Export Control position.

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Security Clearance

This position requires an active or ability to obtain NATO Secret Clearance or US Security Clearance is required.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

Shift Worker (Hungary)

Equal Opportunity Employer:

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law.

We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world’s most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are proud members of the Valuable 500 and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.