Electrical Power Systems (EPS) Responsible Engineer (Lead, Senior, Principal)

Electrical Power Systems (EPS) Responsible Engineer (Lead, Senior, Principal)

Company:

The Boeing Company

Job ID:

00000429084

Date Posted:

2024-06-25

Location:

USA - Huntsville, AL

Job Description Qualifications:

The Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) organization is seeking Electrical Power Systems (EPS) Responsible Engineers at a Lead, Senior or Principal levels to join the Avionics & Software (AV&SW) Flight Systems team in Huntsville, AL on the Space Launch System (SLS) program contracts.

At Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS), our vision extends far beyond the Earth's atmosphere. We're a team of adventurers, innovators, and dreamers united by a shared passion for exploring the great unknown. As a Senior Electrical Power Systems (EPS) Responsible Engineer in Huntsville, AL, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the electrical power systems vital to the functionality and success of NASA's Space Launch System (SLS) - a monumental project designed to pave the way for deep space exploration.

Within our Avionics & Software (AV&SW) Flight Systems team, we prioritize creativity and groundbreaking solutions. We're on the cutting edge of designing, developing, and implementing electrical power systems that are both reliable and efficient. These systems play a crucial part in ensuring the Space Launch System's integrity and safety during its ambitious deep space missions. In your role, you will be at the forefront of these design efforts, managing the entire lifecycle from conceptualization, design, production, to testing and deployment.

Our commitment to excellence is underscored by our dedication to thorough research, rigorous analyses, and collaborative problem-solving. As a Senior EPS Responsible Engineer, you'll have significant autonomy in setting technical objectives and guiding your projects to fruition. It's an unparalleled opportunity to influence the trajectory of space engineering and exploration.

At Boeing, our core values center on fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We believe that the best solutions arise when diverse minds come together to tackle challenges. By joining us, you're becoming part of a community that values your unique perspectives and promotes both personal and professional growth. Dive into a world of endless possibilities, redefine space exploration boundaries, and leave an indelible mark on our cosmic journey. Are you prepared to embark on this grand adventure with us?

Position Responsibilities:

• Designs electronic hardware focused on space launch vehicle applications
• Develops avionics assembly designs primarily focused on power distribution design, including controllers and remote power controllers (RPCs).
• Oversees the development, production and testing of the Power Distribution Control Unit (PDCU) supporting the Electrical Power Systems (EPS) team.
• Compares actual results/execution to baseline plan to assess project performance, efficiencies, productivity and lessons learned.
• Provides technical, business and integration leadership for the development and execution of project or team plans
• 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
• Develops of test plans/procedures and supports the execution test events
• Leads Root Cause/Corrective Action (RCCA) investigations and resolutions
• Executes 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
• 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.
• Ability to work well both independently and within a team environment

This position is expected to be 100% onsite.  The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.  Position may require travel up to 15% of the time.

Work Authorization:

The position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a “US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 is required. “US Person” includes US Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

This position requires ability to obtain program access, for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship.

This position requires the ability to obtain access to a National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) facility. Access to the facility requires a background investigation by U.S. Government authorities.

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
• Nine (9) or more years of experience in electrical engineering (or PhD +4 years or Masters +7 years related work experience)
• Five (5) or more years of experience with with power distributions in DC systems
• Five (5) or more years of experience leading RCCA investigations and resolutions
• Seven (7) or more years of experience with electronics test methodology

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor, Master or Doctorate of Science degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering or related science or technology field degree
• Proficient in power distribution controller design
• Experience in one or more of these focused areas: analog/digital circuits, firmware/Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), , serial and parallel communication protocols, electromechanical actuators and controls.
• Good communication, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Experience with Creo Parametric/Windchill
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Previous design team or special project team participation
• Experience of Printed Wiring Board (PWB) design processes
• Experience MIL-STD-1553, ethernet, RS-422 and other communication protocols
• Experience of test equipment including signal generators, network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, and oscilloscopes

Typical Education/Experience

Lead: 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 9 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. PhD+4 years' related work experience, Master+7 years' related work experience). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.

Senior: 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 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+12 years' related work experience). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.

Principal: 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 20 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. PhD+15 years' related work experience, Master+18 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.  Basic relocation plan is being offered for internal candidates.

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.

This is a NASA safety-sensitive position and is subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

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: $118,150 - $ 159,850

Summary pay range for Senior Level: $143,350 - $196,650

Summary pay range for Principal Level: $177,650 - $240,350

Applications for this position will be accepted through July 12, 2024.

Boeing is the world's largest aerospace company and leading manufacturer of commercial airplanes and defense, space and security systems. We are engineers and technicians. Skilled scientists and thinkers. Bold innovators and dreamers. Join us, and you can build something better for yourself, for our customers and for the world.

Relocation:

Relocation is available for eligible candidates, if authorized

Export Control Requirement:

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.

Safety Sensitive:

This is not a safety sensitive position

Contingent Upon Award Program

This position is not contingent upon program award

Experience Level:

Individual Contributor - 4

Job Type:

Regular

Job Code:

6B1DI4 (676)

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