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Embedded Test and Evaluation Engineer (Associate or Mid-Level)
Boeing Company · 🇺🇸 2 Locations
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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. USCIS also records 7 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
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- 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. 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 roles11 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. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).
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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. USCIS also records 7 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
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About the role
Embedded Test and Evaluation Engineer (Associate or Mid-Level) Company: The Boeing Company Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) is seeking a highly skilled Associate or Mid-Level Embedded Test and Evaluation Engineer (Level 2 or 3) with a background in the setup, configuration, and maintenance of embedded system test environments to join our exclusive team at the Starfire Optical Range on Kirtland AFB in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Work at the forefront of innovation! The selected candidate will support the hardware, firmware, and software development of electro-optical systems at the listed locations. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to advancements in technology using cutting-edge equipment at a historically significant site. This position supports the Research and Development (R&D) mission of the Air Force Research Laboratory Optics Division in their advancement of Space Domain Awareness capabilities. The site houses telescope research facilities ranging in size from 0.5m up to 3.5m with advanced optical systems. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team supporting the development, optimization, and maintenance of embedded electro-mechanical pointing and tracking control systems. Benefits of working at Starfire Optical Range: • Your contributions will directly impact the advancement of Space Domain Awareness capabilities, a critical mission for our national security • You’ll have the opportunity to work with world-class telescopes and advanced optical systems • You’ll assume ownership for the architecture, development, and long-term health of a key application • You’ll be part of a supportive enthusiastic team of experts in various fields • We are committed to the professional development of our team members and provide opportunities for learning and advancement Position Responsibilities: • Support firmware and software research development projects • Implement techniques like unit testing, integration testing, system testing, and regression testing to ensure verification • Develop specialized test tools and scripts • Set up and configure test environments for embedded systems • Test and validate implementation of all firmware components • Troubleshoot basic firmware and software issues • Develop test procedures and document test results to ensure embedded system requirements are met This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at the listed location option. Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/ Experience): • This position requires an active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active) • This position requires ability to obtain U.S. Top Secret Security Clearance or equivalent (Post Start) • Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus in Electrical, Mechanical or Aeronautical), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement • 2+ years of experience with testing embedded systems in a laboratory environment • 2+ years of experience programming languages such as Python, Java, C, C++, and MATLAB • Must be willing to work variable shifts; including days, evening, night and weekends Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience): • Mid-Level (Level 3): 5+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience • Active U.S Top Secret security clearance • Experience using various network communication protocols including TCP/IP, UDP, and HTTP • Experience using various testing methodologies including black box testing, white box testing, integration testing, system test