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Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 72 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first.
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What Boeing Company paid sponsored hires in similar roles2 certified filings for “Mechanical Systems Design & Analysis Engineer” (Mechanical Engineers) in CA: $142k–$142k, median $142k.
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- Employer is on a government sponsor record
- The US Department of Labor certified 72 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
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- H-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area. Cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level. Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/29/2025-23853/weighted-selection-process-for-registrants-and-petitioners-seeking-to-file-cap-subject-h-1b, rules effective 2026-02-27.
- What Boeing Company paid sponsored hires in similar roles
- 2 certified filings for “Mechanical Systems Design & Analysis Engineer” (Mechanical Engineers) in CA: $142k–$142k, median $142k. Most were filed at wage level IV (100%) — 4 lottery entries, ≈61% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).
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About the role
C-17 Mechanical Design Engineer - Landing Gear (Mid-Level)
Company:
The Boeing Company
Our teams are currently hiring for a broad range of experience levels including a Mid-Level Mechanical System Design & Analysis Engineer – Landing Gear as part of the C-17 Sustainment Program located in Long Beach, CA.
This position is to support the C-17 military cargo aircraft operating around the world. Focus for this position will be developing and maintaining aircraft mechanical systems such as hydraulics, flight control actuators, landing gear, environmental control, fuel and cargo handling.
The successful candidate has an ability to perform systems integration; create assembly and installation drawings, perform basic related analyses and resolve technical problems. This position requires someone that is self-motivated, has leadership skills/lead potential and has good communication skills (verbal and written). This position requires someone that is customer focused with the ability to focus on building strong customer relationships.
Position Responsibilities:
• Lead the design and analysis of landing gear components and system, ensuring compliance with performance, safety, and regulatory standards for the C-17 aircraft
• Utilize engineering analysis tools and software (e.g., Finite Element Analysis (FEA), CAD software) to evaluate structural designs and assess the impact of design changes on aircraft performance and safety
• Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) for issues related to landing gear systems, developing and implementing corrective actions and design modifications as necessary
• Collaborate with maintenance, operations, and other engineering teams to provide technical support and guidance on sustaining engineering challenges related to landing gear.
• Develop and review engineering documentation, including specifications, design reports, and test plans, ensuring compliance with regulatory and safety standards
• Interface with customers, suppliers, and regulatory agencies to communicate engineering findings, project status, and technical recommendations
• Stay current with industry trends, technologies, and best practices related to mechanical design and landing gear systems in aerospace engineering
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus on Mechanical, Civil, Aerospace Aeronautical or Material Sciences)
• 3+ years’ experience with aircraft mechanical systems design, production, fleet support, or sustaining engineering
• 3+ years’ experience working with internal and external customers
• 3+ years’ experience demonstrating creative, critical thinking and troubleshooting skills.
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
• C-17 or other military aircraft experience
• Skilled in presenting complex issues and solutions to the Air Force customer in both verbal and written forms
• Demonstrated leadership qualities and ability to follow through
• Skilled in Unigraphics NX modeling and Teamcenter drawing release system
• Skilled in drafting Time Compliance Technical Orders for aircraft in service changes and inspections
• Demonstrated engineering experience level to obtain Design Engineering Authority to approve waivers, non-conformance corrective actions and rework
• Demonstrated engineering experience level to obtain Design Approval Engineer authority to approve designs
• Technical Lead Engineer or ability to obtain certification for that role
• Versed in Boeing procurement system
Conflict of Interest:
Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
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