Boeing
Aerospace
C17MissionSystemsEngineer(SMEorSenior)
“C-17 Mission Systems Engineer (SME or Senior) at Boeing. Skills: Mission Systems, Cargo Handling, Structural Design, Aircraft Payloads. Lead design and analysis of structural components. Ensure compliance with performance, safety, and regulatory standards”
What You'll Achieve.
Ensure continued operational effectiveness, reliability, and safety of the C-17 fleet; Optimize payload capabilities and supportability
Industry & Context.
Problem solving; Troubleshooting skills
U. S. export control compliance requirements, Must be a 'U. S. Person' as defined by 22 C. F. R. §120. 62
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus on Mechanical, Civil, Aerospace Aeronautical or Material Sciences), 5+ years’ experience working with aircraft payloads/interiors certification processes and requirements (or cargo systems), 5+ years’ experience with structural design principles for repair and maintenance (e.g. , fatigue, damage tolerance, corrosion, stress analysis, statics, materials strength, material characteristics, repair techniques), 3+ years’ experience working with computer aided design and manufacturing (CAD/CAM) such as CATIA, Solidworks or Siemens NX, 1+ years’ experience with Product Data Management tools/systems such as TeamCenter and ENOVIA
Nice to Have
10+ years higher education and/or related work experience, Master’s degree in aerospace engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field, Experience with C-17 aircraft systems and operations, particularly in payloads and cargo handling systems, Working knowledge of avionics, electrical, and hydraulic systems, Proven track record of leading engineering projects and teams within the aerospace sector, specifically in a sustainment context, Experience with military aviation regulations and standards, with experience in compliance and safety assessments, Experience with model-based systems engineering (MBSE) and digital engineering practices, Experience communicating with technical personnel from multiple skill areas and functions to evaluate technical information, analytic, problem solving, and troubleshooting skills
What You'll Do.
Lead design and analysis of structural components
Ensure compliance with performance
and regulatory standards
Utilize engineering analysis tools
Evaluate structural designs
Assess impact of payload configurations
Conduct root cause analysis for issues
Develop and implement corrective actions
Provide technical support and guidance
Develop and review engineering documentation
Mentor and provide technical leadership
Interface with customers
and regulatory agencies
Stay current with industry trends
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate with cross-functional teams; Collaborate with mission systems, maintenance, operations, and other engineering teams; Communicate with technical personnel from multiple skill areas and functions
Communication Scope
Communicate engineering findings; Communicate project status; Communicate technical recommendations
Process & Methodology
Leading engineering projects
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