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Boeing Company

Flight Termination System (FTS) Engineer (Associate, Mid-Level or Senior)

USA - Saint Charles, MO Posted today $85,000-$115,000

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Sponsorship verdict

Sponsorship possible

One solid signal, not two. Worth applying, and worth asking about sponsorship early.

  • 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.
  • The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
  • No salary bar for this routeH-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area.
  • What Boeing Company paid sponsored hires in similar roles11 certified filings for “Mechanical System Design & Analysis Engineer” (Mechanical Engineers) in WA: $135k–$170k, median $143k.
  • Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
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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)).
No salary bar for this route
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
11 certified filings for “Mechanical System Design & Analysis Engineer” (Mechanical Engineers) in WA: $135k–$170k, median $143k. Most were filed at wage level IV (100%) — 4 lottery entries, ≈61% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. The pay stated here ($85,000-$115,000) is below what this employer usually pays sponsored hires for this role. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).

US H-1B: cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level — Level I gets 1 entry, Level IV gets 4 (DHS projected selection odds ≈15% at Level I to ≈61% at Level IV). Universities and non-profit research employers are cap-exempt. The $100,000 fee for new petitions from abroad is currently blocked by a court order (appeal pending).

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About the role

Flight Termination System (FTS) Engineer (Associate, Mid-Level or Senior) Company: The Boeing Company The Boeing Company is seeking a Flight Termination System (FTS) Engineer (Associate, Mid-Level or Senior) to support multiple weapons flight test programs based out of St. Charles, MO   This position may require travel (short term or long-term DTA- Domestic Temporary Assignment) in support of testing to alternate test sites. This position is for 1st shift; however, variable shifts including day, evening, nights and weekends may be required to support program objectives.   Position Responsibilities: • Collaborate with others to develop and deploy Flight Termination Systems in support of weapons flight test programs • Ensure compliance with all FTS requirements, including RCC-319, RCC-324, Contractual Requirements, etc • Identify required products, systems, components, and materials for FTS system • Determine test artifacts and methods for demonstrating compliance at the component and system level • Design and implement test fixtures to verify component performance • Performing analysis of qualification testing and generating documentation demonstrating system compliance • Closely partner with Range Safety Officers, Customer Program Offices, Program Leadership, Subject Matter Experts, and other stakeholders to obtain FTS System Certification for flight • Provide inputs to Earned Value Management for tracking progress on work packages • Ability to travel and support flight testing on an as needed basis   Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience): • Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement • Experienced with engineering in the aerospace industry Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience): • Level 3 : 3 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience • Level 4 : 5 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience • Experience designing special test equipment for flight programs and supporting proposals • Experience with flight test, flight operations, or system test     Conflict of Interest: Successful candidate for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.   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.  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: $85,000-$115,000 Level 3: $103,700-$140,300 Level 4: $126,650-$171,350 Language Requirements: Not Applicable Education: Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent

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