Flight Termination System Instrumentation Engineer (Lead or Senior)

Company: The Boeing Company
Location: Berkeley
Posted on: January 16, 2023

Job Description:

Job DescriptionAt Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. From the seabed to outer space, you can contribute to work that matters with a company where diversity, equity and inclusion are shared values. We're committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.The Boeing Company is looking to hire a Flight Termination System Instrumentation Engineer to join our team in Berkeley, MO.The Boeing Flight Test organization is looking for highly motivated individuals to support multi-platform Flight Termination System design and integration activities. - Candidates must have experience with Flight Termination System design, architecture, and operation. - Flight Termination System experience on multiple platforms (UAS, weapons, and space vehicles) is highly desired. - Experience with Autonomous Flight Termination Systems is also highly desired. - Knowledge of RCC 319 Flight Termination Systems Commonality Standard requirements and the application of those requirements to multiple aerospace platforms is highly desired. - Experience as a Range Safety Officer or working with Range Safety Officers of the various Department of Defense test facilities is desired.Position requires the ability to obtain a Department of Defense (DoD) Secret clearance - US CitizenshipRequired or equivalent (Refer to Security Clearance Definitions link above). Applicants should include any current DoD security clearance with investigation type and investigation date clearly on their resume.This position is based in St. Louis and may require travel in support of testing to alternate test sites (e.g., Pax River NAS; China Lake NAS; Eglin AFB; Nellis AFB)They must be comfortable at coordinating with people from various technical disciplines, test sites, and vendors. Experience in aircraft instrumentation systems, on-aircraft ground tests, and flight test operations is desired.Our teams are currently hiring for a broad range of experience levels including; Lead or Senior Flight Termination System Instrumentation Engineers.Position Responsibilities:

• Leads others in the development of standard test methods and processes and applies advanced test technologies to create or improve test methods
• Writes invention disclosures to protect Boeing Intellectual Property
• Prepares R&D proposals and presents to internal management and external customer
• Applies emerging industry technologies to develop test procedures
• Reviews critical procedures to identify potential problems and resolve issues
• Develops innovative metrology design techniques, processes, methods, or concepts
• Oversees the integration of new design and manufacturing techniques into test hardware/system designs
• Analyzes processes for potential improvements and recommends associated changes
• Develops the standard policies for post-test activity
• Resolves or oversees resolution of special test procedures
• Works with the enterprise test and engineering group to standardize evaluation techniques
• Formulates expectations for test data for new or unique tests
• Trains and coaches others
• Works under consultative directionThis position is expected to be 100% onsite. - The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.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.Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
  • Bachelor, Master or Doctorate of Science degree from an accredited course of study, in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistryPreferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
    • 10 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
    • Experience with Flight Termination System design, architecture, and operation
    • Flight Termination System experience on multiple platforms (UAS, weapons, and space vehicles)
    • Experience with Autonomous Flight Termination Systems
    • Knowledge of RCC 319 Flight Termination Systems Commonality Standard requirements and the application of those requirements to multiple aerospace platforms
    • Experience as a Range Safety Officer or working with Range Safety Officers of the various Department of Defense test facilitiesTypical Education/Experience: - Lead (Level 4)Bachelor's degree and typically 9 or more years' experience in an engineering classification or a Master's degree with typically 7 or more years' experience in an engineering classification or a PhD degree with typically 4 or more years' experience in an engineering classification.Bachelor, Master or Doctorate of Science degree from an accredited course of study, in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry. ABET is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.Senior (Level 5)Bachelor's degree typically 14 or more years' experience in an engineering classification or a Master's degree with typically 12 or more years' experience in an engineering classification or a PhD degree with typically 9 or more years' experience in an engineering classification.Bachelor, Master or Doctorate of Science degree from an accredited course of study, in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry. ABET is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.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.Shift: This position is for 1st shift.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.Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. - Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. - -Summary pay range for lead level: $108,800-$147,200Summary pay range for senior level: $132,600-$179,400Export Control Requirements: U.S. Government Export Control Status: This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. -120.15 is required. "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.Equal Opportunity Employer:Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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