Senior Systems Engineer

Senior Systems Engineer

Company:

The Boeing Company

Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer (Level 5) to join one of Air Dominance’s Proprietary programs located in Hazelwood, MO.

The Engineer joining the team will be part of a high-performing, cross-functional team building next generation, state-of-the-art capability while supporting the integration of program, customer and product to drive successful execution of the program. The ideal candidate will be responsible for leading the team through the analysis, design, development, integration and test of the Escape System Architecture on the weapon system.

BDS Proprietary programs develop complex, highly integrated, advanced systems, enabling future growth for Boeing and our Department of Defense (DoD) Customers. Individuals that aspire to lead technical teams, drive innovation, and take action to solve challenging problems, while shaping the future are ideal candidates for this position. If you thrive in a fast pace culture, eagerly take action, set high standards for yourself, passionately honor commitments, strive to be the best and deliver results to achieve the unthinkable- this role is for you!

Position Responsibilities

• Responsible for the design, development, integration, and system performance of Escape Systems including but not limited to energetic devices, ejection seats, and transparencies.
• Apply an interdisciplinary, collaborative approach to lead activities to plan, design, develop and verify escape system architectures and individual components
• Lead to evaluate customer/operational needs to define system and component level performance requirements, integrate technical parameters and assure compatibility of all physical and functional interfaces
• Manage major suppliers

• Mentor junior and mid-career engineers

Travel may be required up to 10% of the time; Domestically and/or internationally depending on business needs.

This position requires 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)

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
• 14+ years related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• 10+ years of experience in military aircraft design
• 10+ years of experience in aircraft escape/egress systems and/or energetic devices
• 10+ years of experience in aircraft and component level requirements
• Experience in Critical Safety Systems
• Experience in component qualification programs
• Experience in ejection / escape system component and/or sled testing
• Experience in project estimating and scheduling
• Knowledge of appropriate customer or governmental regulations relevant to design, test, and certification of Escape Systems (e.g., ASME, MILSPEC)

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.

Total Rewards

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.

The Boeing 401(k) helps you save for your future, with contributions from Boeing that can help you grow your retirement savings. Our best-in-class retirement benefit features:

• Best in class 401(k) plan: we'll match your contributions dollar for dollar, up to 10% of eligible pay with Immediate 100% vesting<