Mid-Level Systems Engineer (C-17 Airworthiness)

Boeing • Long Beach, CA

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About The Position

We are looking for innovative, enthusiastic, and highly collaborative individuals who possess an insatiable curiosity and a passion for exploring design architecture details. As a C-17 Airworthiness Systems Engineer, you will play a crucial role in supporting the C-17 airplane programs, focusing on services and modernization efforts. Your primary responsibility will be to ensure airworthiness as we implement design changes across the fleet. A successful candidate will possess a robust foundation in engineering principles and a deep understanding of certification processes. They will demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills, enabling effective collaboration within a diverse engineering team. Additionally, the candidate will exhibit a proactive mindset, taking initiative to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex projects efficiently.

Requirements

• 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
• 5+ years' working within a related engineering discipline (i.e., Payloads, Structures, Electrical, Cabin Systems, etc.)
• 3+ years’ experience in a role requiring project/program management skills and good understanding of aircraft systems and modifications.
• Proficiency and experience working with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• 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.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Aircraft Interior commodity experience (Interior commodities are items such as overhead stowage bins, lavatories, galleys, seats, passenger service units, sidewalls, air grilles, seats, etc.)
• Experience working in a cross-functional environment.
• Experience in leading teams or projects
• Experience with Engineering, Modifications, Proposal development, and Contracts.
• Experience working in an aircraft modification environment or with Supplemental Type Certification (STC)
• Experience with 14 CFR Part 25 regulations
• Ability to travel domestically & international up to 10% of the time

Responsibilities

• Airworthiness Assessment: Evaluate project plans for potential airworthiness impacts and assess project development and test artifacts for their relevance to airworthiness criteria.
• Requirements Development and Management: Develop, manage, and maintain airworthiness requirements throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring alignment with regulatory standards and customer needs.
• Collaboration: Work closely with internal and external customers to ensure compliance with airworthiness criteria and collaborate with Design Engineers to produce necessary artifacts and data that meet regulatory standards.
• Compliance Packages: Create and submit comprehensive airworthiness compliance packages.
• Methodology Familiarity: Demonstrate familiarity with airworthiness methodologies and criteria, with a preference for MIL-STD 516C.
• Systems Engineering Application: Apply Systems Engineering principles, tools, and techniques to the design, technical documentation, testing, and certification of aircraft.
• Systems Thinking: Understand the broader context and interrelationships within the system, recognizing how changes in one area can impact others. Utilize systems thinking principles to enhance performance.
• Technical Knowledge: Possess knowledge of aircraft systems, components, and both loadable and non-loadable software.
• Data Analysis: Collect, organize, synthesize, and analyze data effectively; summarize findings and develop conclusions and recommendations based on relevant data sources.
• Verification and Validation: Understand verification, validation, certification, and qualification processes, including governing regulations and compliance requirements.
• Documentation: Assess and document test or analysis data to demonstrate compliance.
• Issue Resolution: Resolve cross-functional technical issues as they arise.
• Software Proficiency: Exhibit proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level