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Boeing

Builds commercial aircraft, defense and space systems

Electrical Engineer for Seat Integration – Experienced or Senior level / CVE - m/f/d

Full-TimeDeadline 11/30/26
No salary listed
Mid, Senior, Expert
Bachelor's, Master's, PhD
Hamburg, Germany
In Person
Electrical Engineering

About the job

Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Electrical, Avionics, Aerospace, Aeronautical and Manufacturing Engineering) or higher degree in engineering
  • 5+ years of experience in Aerospace industry within a Design or Production Organization (EASA or FAA approved)
  • Bachelor’s degree inengineering (Electrical, Avionics, Aerospace, Aeronautical and Manufacturing Engineering) or higher degree in engineering
  • 10+ years of experience in Aerospace industry within a Design or Production Organization
Responsibilities
  • Work with customers to develop and document complex electronic and electrical system requirements and solutions for commercial aircraft passenger seats.
  • Review data from our suppliers for integration approval of seats into the airframe from electrical point of view, including the review of seat electrical drawings, diagrams and equipment qualification data.
  • Define, draft and review documentation for the design and certification of aircraft seating products, including but not limited to: Wiring diagrams, 3D Electrical Installation Models, Qualification Test Plans and Reports, System Safety Analysis, Equipment Qualification, EWIS Compliance
  • Collaborate closely with Office of Airworthiness and regulatory authorities to ensure the aircraft cabin is modified in a safe and compliant manner
  • Collaborate closely with the aircraft Type-Certificate holder to ensure seamless integration of seating products into the aircraft, at or following delivery
  • Supervises supplier performance to ensure system integration and compliance with requirements.
Desired Qualifications
  • Current or recent appointment as a Design Review or Verification Engineer (DVE/DRE) with terms of approval relevant to the electrical discipline
  • Knowledge: you can demonstrate experience with aircraft interior modification programs especially on the electrical aspect of seat integration, with a high level of attention to detail. You have knowledge and experience working with RTCA DO-160, RTCA DO-178C, RTCA DO-254-and System Safety Assessment.
  • Collaboration: leading complex projects (development and execution of schedule milestones, financial assessments, resource assessments, risk and/or issues management, etc.) including influencing team members and stakeholders (suppliers, customers, solution providers) involved and are willing to help develop, mentor and coach less experienced staff.
  • Tools: Catia V5 / V6, ENOVIA, IVT, AutoCAD
  • Personality: principled, reliable professional who values integrity, safety and accountability, always striving for the highest standards of quality and ethical conduct. Inclusive and collaborative by nature, you communicate transparently, respect diverse perspectives and take ownership to drive results the right way.
  • Flexibility: comfortable with a variable work statement. Our Stakeholders are located around the globe; this can require you to be flexible to support meetings to cover different time zones.

About the company

Boeing builds commercial airplanes, military aircraft and space systems for airlines, governments and other aerospace customers worldwide. Its passenger jet families include the 737 and 787, while its defense portfolio spans fighter aircraft, helicopters, tankers and satellites. Engineers design and integrate aircraft structures and systems, and factories assemble and test the finished products for delivery to customers. The company earns money through aircraft and equipment sales, government development contracts, and services such as maintenance, spare parts and flight training. Boeing was founded in 1916 and is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Arlington, Virginia

Founded

1916

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What believers are saying

  • Boeing brought fuselage production in house: December 2025's completed Spirit acquisition includes the 737 structures business.
  • Demand supports long production programs: July 2026 reporting lists Boeing's commercial backlog above 6,200 airplanes.
  • Eligible staff study without annual STEM tuition caps: Boeing pays partner schools directly under Learning Together.

What critics are saying

  • Commercial recovery remains unprofitable: July 2026 reporting shows Boeing's airplane division lost $322 million in the second quarter.
  • Boeing bears defense overruns: fixed-price deals supplied roughly 60% of its defense manufacturing and defense services revenue in 2025.
  • Union negotiations shape Boeing factory careers: its U.S. workforce has 32 separate labor agreements with different expiration dates.

What makes Boeing unique

  • Boeing dominates cargo aircraft: it says its freighters serve over 90% of the global air freight market.
  • Service work extends beyond Boeing jets: Global Services supports equipment regardless of its original manufacturer.
  • Heavy lifting uses two rotors: Boeing's Chinook places its lifting rotors in tandem for cargo missions.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

-2%

1 year growth

-2%

2 year growth

-2%
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