Electrical Engineer for Seat Integration – Experienced or Senior level / CVE
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Senior, Expert
Bachelor's, Master's
Hamburg, Germany
In Person
Electrical Engineering
About the job
Requirements
- A bachelor's degree in engineering (Electrical, Avionics, Aerospace, Aeronautical, and Manufacturing Engineering) or a higher degree in engineering is required.
- For the Experienced Level 3 qualification, at least 5 years of experience in the aerospace industry within an EASA- or FAA-approved Design or Production Organization is required.
- For the Senior Level 4/CVE qualification, at least 10 years of experience in the aerospace industry within a Design or Production Organization is required.
- For the Senior Level 4/CVE qualification, experience as a Compliance Verification Engineer in an EASA Design Organization or as an engineering Unit Member in an FAA Design Organization for Electrical/Avionics in a current or previous role is required.
- Applicants must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest assessment process.
- Applicants must be comfortable with a variable work schedule and flexible to support meetings across global time zones.
Responsibilities
- Work with customers to develop and document complex electronic and electrical system requirements and solutions for commercial aircraft passenger seats.
- Review supplier data for integration approval of seats into the airframe from an electrical perspective, including seat electrical drawings, diagrams, and equipment qualification data.
- Define, draft, and review documentation for the design and certification of aircraft seating products, including wiring diagrams, 3D electrical installation models, qualification test plans and reports, system safety analysis, equipment qualification, and EWIS compliance.
- Collaborate with the Office of Airworthiness and regulatory authorities to ensure aircraft cabin modifications are safe and compliant.
- Collaborate with the aircraft Type-Certificate holder to integrate seating products into aircraft at or following delivery.
- Supervise supplier performance to ensure system integration and compliance with requirements.
Desired Qualifications
- For the Experienced Level 3 qualification, current or recent appointment as a Design Review or Verification Engineer (DVE/DRE) with terms of approval relevant to the electrical discipline is preferred.
- Experience with aircraft interior modification programs, particularly the electrical aspects of seat integration, is preferred.
- Knowledge and experience with RTCA DO-160, RTCA DO-178C, RTCA DO-254, and System Safety Assessment are preferred.
- Experience leading complex projects, including developing and executing schedule milestones, financial and resource assessments, and risk or issue management, influencing team members and stakeholders such as suppliers, customers, and solution providers, and helping develop, mentor, and coach less experienced staff is preferred.
- Experience navigating original equipment manufacturer data systems for specifications and standards, and experience with CATIA V5 or V6, ENOVIA, IVT, and AutoCAD are preferred.
- A principled and reliable approach that values integrity, safety, accountability, quality, and ethical conduct is preferred.
- Inclusive and collaborative working practices, transparent communication, respect for diverse perspectives, and ownership in delivering results are preferred.
- For the Senior Level 4/CVE qualification, high levels of experience with aircraft interior modification programs, particularly the electrical aspects of seat integration, and detailed knowledge and experience with RTCA DO-160, RTCA DO-178C, RTCA DO-254, and System Safety Assessment are preferred.
- For the Senior Level 4/CVE qualification, expertise navigating original equipment manufacturer data systems for specifications and standards, and experience with CATIA V5 or V6, ENOVIA, IVT, and AutoCAD are preferred.
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