Job Description
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The Boeing Mesa Structural Test Engineering Group (STR) is seeking a Structures Load Control (Instrumentation) Engineer with experience in Load Control and Data Acquisition Systems to join our team in Mesa, AZ. The STR capability supports structural, mechanical, and material properties test programs for all Boeing Divisions, including Boeing Commercial Aircraft (BCA), Boeing Defense Systems (BDS), and Boeing Space Programs. This position requires a knowledge of control systems and the instrumentation directly associated with these systems.
As part of this team, you will have the opportunity to work on the latest military aircraft and weapons programs, such as MQ-25A, and support our legacy programs like AH-64 and CH-47 into the future. The Mesa STR team supports a variety of testing including material, component, High Load Center, and Gearbox testing.
The selected candidate should be able to work to and maintain a schedule as well as be a problem solver. The candidate should also have intrinsic qualities such as leadership, communication, interpersonal interaction and organization. Attention to details and pursuit of quality are highly sought. There are additional opportunities to work and interact with other test laboratories in the company and develop unique solutions for data acquisition and instrumentation systems to solve challenging engineering problems.
Our teams are currently hiring for a broad range of experience levels including; Associate, Experienced, and Senior Level Structures Load Control (Instrumentation) Engineer.
Position Responsibilities:
Helps designs test hardware, software and systems to achieve test requirements. Identifies required products, systems, components, materials, and manufacturing processes / technologies
Helps lead the design, development, and documentation of instrumentation and test control systems
Generates electrical schematics using Microsoft Visio and other common design software
Helps lead system design, fabrication, integration, modification, setup, checkout and teardown of test control systems
Helps identifies test requirements and determines test methods
Integrates test hardware, software and systems to fulfill all test requirements
Troubleshoots and resolves instrumentation system, transducer, and test-related problems with oversight
Analyzes, reviews and validates test data to ensure test instrumentation hardware and software readiness
Helps formulate expectations for test data based on historical data
Helps conduct research in test technologies to improve efficiency and capability
Works with other members of project or program teams, management, and technical staff to define and implement test engineering solutions
Performs functions as required to ensure instrumentation system readiness and data validity
Self-starter that works under minimal supervision
This 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 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&43; years of experience designing, operating, and troubleshooting instrumentation systems for military and/or commercial aircraft programs
1&43; years of experience with open and closed loop feedback control systems
1&43; years of experience with instrumentation and/or data acquisition systems
1&43; years of experience working in a lab test, flight test, or similar test environment
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
3 or more years related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
5 or more years related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
An active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)
Experience with data acquisition system attributes (e.g. range, accuracy, frequency responses, bandwidth) to define characteristics of measurements to be recorded
Experience with precision test, measurement devices, and sensor selection
Experience planning and implementing instrumentation activities for test programs
Bachelors Degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
Experience with hydraulic control systems for static and fatigue testing in a lab environment
Experience directly supporting flight/lab test operations
Experience with transducer and sensor physics with the ability to make hardware selections appropriate to measure physical phenomena
2&43; years of experience with MTS FlexTest controllers and/or MTS AeroPro Test Control Software
Typical Education/Experience:
Associate (Level 2)
Education/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 2 or more years related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. Master). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard
Experienced (Level 3)
Education/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 2 or more years related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. Master). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard
Senior (Level 4)
Education/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 2 or more years related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. Master). In the USA, ABET accreditation 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.
Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
Summary pay range for associate level: $79,900 – $108,100
Summary pay range for experienced: $95,200 – $128,800
Summary pay range for senior level: $113,900 – $154,100
Applications for this position will be accepted through July 9th, 2024.
Export Control Requirements: U.S. Government Export Control Status: If the successful candidate is not a “U.S. Person“ (as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.15 “U.S. Person” includes U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, refugees, or asylees) and the position requires access to export-controlled data, an appropriate export authorization by the U.S. Government may be required prior to such access. Employment, and the continuity of employment of non-U.S. persons, is contingent upon the company’s ability to secure and maintain the necessary export control authorization.
Export Control Details: US based job, US Person not required
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.
