SLS Chief Avionics Flight Systems & Controls Engineer
Company: BOEING
Location: Huntsville
Posted on: April 24, 2024
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.Boeing's Defense, Space & Security
(BDS) organization is looking for a Chief Electrical Design &
Analysis Engineer to join the Avionics Flight Systems Team in
Huntsville, AL, working on the prestigious Space Launch System
Program (SLS). In this role, you'll be at the forefront of
cutting-edge technology, focusing on flight controls,
communications, and data acquisition for space launch vehicles.Our
Flight Systems team is responsible for the design, integration, and
supplier management of avionics components crucial to the
Artemis/SLS Program Core Stage and the Exploration Upper Stage. As
part of Boeing's multi-year contract with NASA, you'll contribute
to the development and delivery of heavy lift flight hardware for
deep space missions, playing a pivotal role in NASA's exploration
of the cosmos. Join us in Huntsville, Alabama, where we're
expanding our team as we enter the production phase for the Core
Stage and finalize the design and build for the Exploration Upper
Stage.In this role, you won't just be an engineer; you'll be a
technical expert, responsible for leading a team of Responsible
Engineering Authorities (REAs) and overseeing critical aspects of
the project. Your expertise will be invaluable as you collaborate
with top talent, and you'll be recognized as an industry leader.
Join us on this exciting journey and be a part of the team that's
pushing the boundaries of what's possible in space exploration.
Your career is about to take off-apply now!Position
Responsibilities
- Designs electronic hardware focused on space launch vehicle
applications
- Develops avionics assembly designs primarily focused on flight
controls, communication, and data acquisition systems.
- Oversees the production and testing of flight controls,
communication, and data acquisition systems.
- Develop the design, analysis and documentation for flight
electronics
- Develops, documents and maintains electronic and electrical
system requirements according to customer desires and contract
requirements
- Leads and coordinates work to analyze and translate
requirements into system architecture, hardware and software
designs and interface specifications.
- Develops of statements-of-work and technical performance
specifications
- Leads Root Cause/Corrective Action (RCCA) investigations and
resolutions
- Leads the planning and execution various methods of testing and
analysis to support design and production and to ensure system
designs meet operational and functional requirements
- Works with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of products
- Leads formal trade studies and literature research to support
future product designs
- Develops solutions to technical problems
- Serves as a consultant to top management in long-range company
planning for new or projected areas of technological research and
advancement
- Exercises considerable latitude in determining technical
objectives of assignment.
- Represents the organization as the prime technical contact on
contracts and projects.
- Interacts with senior external personnel on significant
technical matters often requiring coordination between
organizations.
- Completed work is reviewed for desired results from a
relatively long-term perspective. Workplace This position is
expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required
to work onsite at one of the listed location options. Travel Travel
may be required up to 10-20% of the time; Domestically and/or
Internationally depending on business needs. Program Access This
position requires ability to obtain program access, for which the
U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship only. NASA Access This
position requires the ability to obtain access to a National
Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) facility.Basic
Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)
- Ability to obtain program access, for which the U.S. Government
requires U.S. Citizenship only
- Bachelor, Master or Doctorate of Science degree in
Electrical/Computer Engineering or directly related science or
technology field degree
- 15 or more years of experience in Flight Avionics Design
- 10 or more years of experience leading a multi-skilled
(electrical, mechanical, project, systems, etc.) engineering design
teamPreferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)
- Experience leading technical aspect of proposal
preparation.
- Extensive experience with space and missile avionics hardware
development including command, control, communication, and data
acquisition systems
- Ability to understand and direct design decisions on telemetry
data routing, capture, and transmission.
- Experience with space radiation and hardware reliability
requirements.
- Experience leading development of architectural approaches from
customer and system requirements
- Hands on experience with integration and troubleshooting
missile and space avionics
- Extensive experience managing/leading engineering projects
- Proven experience effectively communicating and collaborating
on multi-discipline teams
- Experience mentoring junior engineers
- Experience leading multi-discipline design teams or a special
project teams
- Experience with data bus architecture (MIL-STD-1553,
RS-422)
- Expertise in using a hardware description language such as
VHDL, Verilog, and System VerilogTypical Education/Experience
SeniorEducation/experience typically acquired through advanced
technical education from an accredited course of study in
engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry
(e.g. Bachelor) and typically 14 or more years' related work
experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and
experience (e.g. PhD+9 years' related work experience, Master
years' related work experience). In the USA, ABET accreditation is
the preferred, although not required, accreditation
standard.ChiefEducation/experience typically acquired through
advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in
engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry
(e.g. Bachelor) and typically 20 or more years' related work
experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and
experience (e.g. PhD years' related work experience, Master years'
related work experience). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the
preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.Relocation
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.
Note: Basic relocation will be offered for eligible internal
candidates.Drug Free WorkplaceBoeing 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 Work 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 Principal
Level: $170,000 - $230,000Export 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.Export Control Details: US based job,
US Person requiredEqual 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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