Senior Structure Cabling Designer

Boeing • Seattle, WA

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Boeing Company is seeking a Senior Structure Cabling Designer to join its Network Infrastructure team in Seattle or Everett, Washington. The role designs and manages complex structured cabling systems supporting voice, data, video, and other communications networks, applying industry standards and best practices to support reliable, efficient, and scalable network infrastructure. This position is hybrid.

The designer develops detailed horizontal and backbone distribution systems, telecommunications rooms, and data centers; surveys existing sites; prepares project documentation; and coordinates with architects, facilities teams, and contractors on construction projects. The role also ensures standards and code compliance, provides technical oversight during installation, troubleshoots complex cabling issues, tracks industry developments, and mentors junior designers and technicians.

Candidates must meet Boeing’s Conflict of Interest assessment process and U.S. export control requirements; a U.S. Person as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. Boeing does not sponsor employment visas for this position. This is not a safety-sensitive position and does not require a security clearance. Relocation assistance is not negotiable. The position is not contingent upon a program award.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of structured cabling design experience, focused on large-scale commercial or industrial projects.
• At least 3 years of experience with cabling infrastructure standards.
• At least 3 years of experience with fiber optic and copper cabling systems, pathways, and spaces.
• At least 3 years of project management experience.
• At least 3 years of experience working with cross-functional teams.
• Must satisfy Boeing’s Conflict of Interest assessment process.
• Must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements as a U.S. Person.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree or higher.
• At least 10 years of experience in cabling design for large-scale commercial or industrial projects.
• Experience with CAD software and other design tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with network protocols and equipment configurations.
• Network certifications such as RCDD from BICSI, PMP, or LEED AP.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop detailed structured cabling systems, including horizontal and backbone distribution systems, telecommunications rooms, and data centers.
• Conduct site surveys to assess and document existing infrastructure and identify requirements for new installations or upgrades.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation, including drawings, specifications, and bills of materials.
• Coordinate with architects, facilities teams, and contractors to integrate structured cabling systems into construction projects.
• Ensure compliance with relevant standards, codes, and regulations, including TIA/EIA, BICSI, and local building codes.
• Provide technical oversight and guidance during installation to ensure adherence to design specifications.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex cabling issues, including signal quality, connectivity, and bandwidth problems.
• Stay current with industry trends and advancements in structured cabling and related technologies.
• Mentor and provide technical leadership to junior designers and technicians.

Benefits

• Competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
• Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and programs providing paid and unpaid time away from work.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed