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Military Derivatives Production Pilot (Experienced or Senior)

Boeing Company · 🇺🇸 USA - Seattle, WA

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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 roles1 certified filing for “Product Management Specialist” (Industrial Production Managers) in NY: $183k–$183k, median $183k. 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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  • Security clearance mentionedFrom the posting’s own wording.
  • Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.

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72 H-1B filings certified since Oct 2025

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

Military Derivatives Production Pilot (Experienced or Senior) Company: The Boeing Company Boeing Test and Evaluation (BT&E) is seeking an Military Derivatives Production Pilot to join our team in Seattle, WA at Boeing Field   This position will work in the Military Transport division of Boeing Flight Operations. This division develops and flight tests military derivatives of various Boeing commercial aircraft for use by both the US military branches as well as foreign militaries around the world.    This roles’ primary responsibility will be to plan and conduct KC-46 and P-8 production and acceptance test flights, as well as lead the production acceptance process. Candidate will identify and document flight deficiencies and assist in coordinating deficiency resolution. Additional duties include developing plans, coordinating and facilitating aircraft delivery, ferry, support and functional test flights on production and non-production aircraft.   Our teams are currently hiring for a broad range of experience levels including Experienced and Senior Level Military Derivatives Pilots.   Position Responsibilities Include: • Plans and conducts production and acceptance test flights on military derivative aircraft • Demonstrates or leads production acceptance process • Identifies and documents flight deficiencies and coordinates resolution • Plans, coordinates and conducts delivery, ferry, support and functional test flights on production and non-production aircraft • Serves as Pilot-In-Command   Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience): • Ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship • 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 • Tracked as a Pilot-in-Command, Instructor Pilot or Maintenance Test Pilot • Commercial Certificate or FAA ATP with appropriate endorsements • Current FAA Class II medical certificate or the ability to obtain one • Large Aircraft experience (e.g. C-17, P-8, KC-46)   Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience): • Level 4: 5 or more years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience • Current and qualified as KC-46 or P-8 Pilot in Command • Qualified as KC-46 or P-8 instructor and/or functional check flight pilot • 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) • Type ratings in Boeing commercial model aircraft desired • Bachelor’s degree or higher in an engineering field • Aviation safety officer • Experience with ground and flight test procedure   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.  Conflict of Interest: Successful candidate for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.   Pilot Records Database: All pilots will be screened through the current pilot records database process.   Travel: Travel is required for this position and varies from 5-20% of the time depending on specific program activity. 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 program

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