Lead Propulsion Engineer
Position Responsibilities:
- Leads the definition and performance of certification tests for propulsion components and subsystems. This may include reviewing and defining system testing requirements, plans, procedures, test setup configurations, and equipment capabilities
- Leads, in conjunction with the Production IPT to develop subsystem build and test strategy, identify work arounds for major constraints, and ensure readiness for key milestones
- Leads in coordination with production, engineering support, quality, and technical disciplines to help identify, disposition, and resolve issues related to propulsion system hardware, processes, or procedures
- Leads planning and support of assembly efforts across multiple shifts with different technician teams to assemble and integrate propulsion system components. Conduct tie-in between shifts to discuss lessons learned, progress made, and review objectives for next shift
- Provides the Test Conductor, Director, and Console Operators with system knowledge to distinguish expected behavior from off-nominal system behavior. Helps test personnel and technicians understand basic system configuration and functionality. This may include leading efforts to write procedural changes, train test personnel to operate system hardware, and ensure the hardware's role in the system functional testing is understood
- Support the production floor with propulsion hardware integration. Task lead and train technicians as needed to ensure First Time Quality (FTQ) of integration and test. Support the Quality Engineering organization with non-conformance resolution and Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA)
- Leads support of fielded systems by developing responses to customer queries and providing technical recommendations
- Leads development of concepts for future propulsion systems to meet anticipated requirements. Use lessons learned from past milestones to improve the build strategy for future builds. Review implementation of lessons learned with manufacturing engineering team
- Mentors younger propulsion engineers on manufacturing and test processes, effective communication with the production team, and overall vehicle system knowledge
- Directs work scope for other engineers
- Works under minimal direction
- Ability to travel 10% of the time
This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at the listed location.The position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a "US Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.15 is required. "US Person" includes US Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.This position requires the ability to obtain access to a National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) facility.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
- Typically, 9 or more years' related work experience
- Basic office software applications
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience): - Bachelor of Science Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and/or Astrodynamics Engineering
- Master of Science Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Astrodynamics Engineering, and/or Engineering Management
- Previous experience leading an engineering team in a production environment
- Previous experience with propulsion system assembly and testing
- Ability to effectively communicate at all levels of management, customers, and partners, verbal and written
- Ability to build a safe environment of inclusion, transparency, and trust
- Leadership skills to lead and influence positive outcomes
- Previous experience in leading, mentoring, and engaging individuals and teams
- Experience providing active mentorship and career guidance
Conflict of Interest: Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
Relocation: This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.
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.
- This is a NASA safety-sensitive position and is subject to random drug and alcohol testing.
Pay and 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 (Lead level 4): $ 136,850 - $ 185,150
Language Requirements:Not Applicable
Education:Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent
Relocation:This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.
Export Control Requirement:This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.62 is required. "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.
Safety Sensitive:This is a NASA safety-sensitive position and is subject to random drug and alcohol testing.
Security Clearance:This position does not require a Security Clearance.
Visa Sponsorship:Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Contingent Upon Award ProgramThis position is not contingent upon program award
Shift:Shift 1 (United States of America)
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