Boeing

Senior Mission Systems Engineer

Boeing$146K — $197K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, or Aeronautical) or related field.
  • 10+ years of aerospace industry experience in Avionics and/or Electrical Systems.
  • Experience in P-8 fleet support or similar aircraft system design.

Responsibilities

  • Provide expert troubleshooting support for P-8 aircraft mission systems, focusing on avionics and electrical systems.
  • Resolve complex system problems throughout the P-8 aircraft lifecycle.
  • Support US Navy customers with troubleshooting efforts for in-service P-8 fleet.
  • Innovate standard troubleshooting methods for enhanced repairs.
  • Document solutions and data in internal and customer systems.
  • Lead enhancements to P-8 fleet command media and operational procedures.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve system efficiencies.

Benefits

  • Transportation benefits and Domestic Temporary Assignment (DTA) benefits depending on eligibility.
  • Eligible for a variety of health insurance programs.
  • Access to flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts.
  • Participate in retirement savings plans and life/disability insurance programs.
  • Paid and unpaid time off options.
Full Job Description
Senior Mission Systems Engineer

Company:

The Boeing Company

Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) Mobility, Surveillance & Bombers (MS&B) is seeking a Senior Mission Systems Engineer with a focus on avionics and electrical systems to join our P-8A Augmented Fleet Support Team in Tukwila, WA with a Domestic Temporary Assignment (DTA) in Jacksonville, FL.

This position represents Boeing P-8 engineering as an integral part of a multi-disciplined team.  You will work closely with internal stakeholders, customers, and technical subject matter experts.

The successful candidate will have a strong background in aviation systems engineering with a focus on safety, teamwork, and customer service.  This role requires frequent interactions with cross-functional teams, maintenance personnel, and US Navy customers, necessitating excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Provide expert support for the troubleshooting and resolution of mission systems issues for the P-8 aircraft, focusing on avionics and electrical systems; systems will include, but are not limited to: electrical/electronic, communication & navigation, flight control & avionics systems, mission systems, landing gear, APU, Hydraulic, Fuel, Environmental, and engine systems.
  • Effectively troubleshoot and resolve difficult, intermittent, chronic, or complex system problems consistent with operational protocols through the P-8 aircraft lifecycle.
  • Work under minimal direction to support US Navy customer with troubleshooting efforts to diagnose and resolve mission system faults for in service P-8 fleet.
  • Augment standard troubleshooting and repair technologies with innovative approaches.
  • Document troubleshooting and repair solutions and supporting data in both Boeing internal and US Navy customer computing systems as applicable.
  • Lead enhancements, improvements, and revisions to P-8 fleet command media; support updates to operational procedures and documentation relevant to P-8 in service fleet to drive engineering disposition process efficiencies and mitigate recurrent/repeat technical issues.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams.
  • Engineering coordination, independence, and technical acumen along with frequent interaction re: US Military personnel.
  • Represent P-8 fleet and advocate for customer priorities at internal Boeing meetings.
  • Coordination and communication with P-8 engineering personnel in Boeing Global Services (BGS), Boeing Defense and Space (BDS), and Boeing Commercial Airplanes (BCA) at all levels.

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at the listed location.  This temporary assignmentis located in Jacksonville, FL. This position offers transportation benefits and a DTA (Domestic Temporary Assignment Benefit) based on candidate eligibility.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

  • 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.
  • 10+ years of full time aerospace industry experience within Avionics and/or Electrical Systems.
  • Experience with P-8 (or similar systems) fleet support or aircraft system design.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • Experience working in a cross-functional environment with multiple stakeholders.
  • Strong understanding of aircraft systems, flight operations, and airworthiness requirements.
  • Strong organization and communication skills.
  • Experience with maritime surveillance systems.
  • Experience working on P-8 Increment 3 Block 2 (I3B2) or similar modification programs.
  • Familiarity with technical aspects of the P-8 aircraft and its mission systems.
  • Experience with P-8 Mission Systems, Flight Testing System Support, Production Support, or Fleet Support.
  • Experience working Commercial Derivative Aircraft (CDA) avionics systems.
  • Experience with troubleshooting and repairing aircraft electrical, electronic, and avionics systems.
  • Experience directly supporting customers at customer facilities with minimal oversight.
  • Experience with aircraft systems and/or mechanical systems troubleshooting.
  • Experience analyzing aircraft data from various on-board recording systems.
  • Familiarity with Airplane Flight Manuals, Aircraft Maintenance Manuals, Fault Isolation Manuals, Fault Reporting Manuals, Powerplant Buildup Manuals, Wiring Diagram Manuals, and/or System Schematic Manuals.
  • Active US Clearance.

Conflict of Interest:

Successful candidates 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.

Union:

This is a union-represented position.

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: $146,200 - $197,800

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent

Relocation:

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

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 not a Safety Sensitive Position.

Security Clearance:

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Visa Sponsorship:

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program

This position is not contingent upon program award

Shift:

Shift 1 (United States of America)

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