Aerial Refueling Systems Design Engineer (Associate, Mid-Level, Senior) & Equipment Manager

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The KC-46 Aerial Refueling Systems team is seeking a highly motivated capable and quick learning Associate Mid-Level or Senior Systems Design Engineer and Equipment Manager to support the KC-46A program in Boeing Defense and Space in Everett WA. to join our team. The KC-46 Aerial Refueling Systems team is made up of a diverse set of engineers that design develop test certify and support the following systems: aerial refueling boom hose and drogue aerial refueling operating station and the remote vision this role the engineer will be the prime system design focal for one of our many components or sub-systems that make up the aerial refueling platform. They will own the components or sub-systems across the entire product lifecycle integrating across multiple Boeing teams external customers and suppliers to ensure a quality system is designed manufactured tested and maintained as part of the KC-46 platform.

As a key player in one of the most advanced aerial refueling systems in the world you will oversee the system design and management of critical equipment that supports our mission to deliver unparalleled capabilities to our customers. This role offers a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of aviation technology ensuring that our equipment meets the highest standards of performance and reliability. The ideal candidate will have a background in mechanical systems systems design and architecture supplier engineering certification or requirement verification/validation; the ability to communicate effectively; and the ability to integrate with various teams effectively as part of a geographically-dispersed team.

Position Responsibilities:

• Lead and/or support the engineering design development analysis testing and certification of the aerial refueling hardware systems to ensure seamless integration with software and higher-level systems and platforms throughout a products lifecycle

• Develop validate and verify system level requirements

• Collaborate on the design development integration testing and operational capability of various programs

• Lead and/or assist in the development of test plans and procedures in support of certification activities

• Clearly communicates technical information with Boeing teams suppliers customers and regulatory delegates to certify and produce a product

• Manages product configuration and architecture

• Coordinate system-level integration for defensive systems hardware and software

• Oversee the definition and execution of critical tests of various types to validate the performance of designs against system requirements

• Gather information to support proposal development and conduct trade studies for future upgrades and new business opportunities

• Coordinate and ensure FAA military certification and Boeing airworthiness activities for the defensive hardware systems and its components

• Coordinate and consult with specialty engineering Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) such as safety electromagnetic emissions and cybersecurity

• Provide troubleshooting support for production labs and aircraft when technical issues occur

• Conduct technical issue investigations and Root Cause and Corrective Actions (RCCAs)

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

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology) chemistry physics mathematics data science or computer science

• 1 year of experience defining verifying or validating requirements

• 1 year of experience in mechanical systems

• Strong written and verbal communication

• Ability to collaborate and work in a team

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• 5 or more years related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

• 9 or more years related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

• Experience in data analysis and Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA)

• Experience in Technical Subcontract Management working with suppliers

• Experience evaluating aircraft maintenance requirements certifications or airworthiness directives

• Experience in hardware and software integration

Union:

This a union represented position

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.

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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.

Summary Pay Range:

Associate: $94350 - $127650

Mid-Level: $114750 - $155250

Senior: $138550 - $187450

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