Flight Test Instrumentation and Calibration Laboratory Lead Engineer

Employer description

Flight Test Instrumentation and Calibration Laboratory Lead Engineer

Company:

The Boeing Company

The Boeing Company is seeking an experienced Flight Test Instrumentation and Calibration Laboratory Lead Engineer to join our team in Ridley Park, PA. 

This position will support domestic and foreign military flight testing of H-47 Chinook, AH-64 Apache & MH-139 Grey Wolf helicopters.  The lab lead, working with a team of technicians, will be responsible for daily calibration lab operation, collaborate on electrical design/build of Flight Test Data Acquisition Systems, support of deployed systems, and technological modernization within the Vertical Lift flight test team.

 

Position Responsibilities:

Engineering authority for calibrationsLaboratory leadership and integration with teammates and other flight test disciplinesDevelop calibration proceduresCollaborate on all electrical design and build of Flight Test Data Acquisition SystemsGenerate electrical schematics using Visio or available CAD systemProvide real-time support for commissioned data systems to resolve problems in the fieldMaintain Boeing lab standards and reportingAnalyze, review, and validate hardware and software for readinessConduct research in test technologies to improve efficiency and capabilitySpecify and validate new transducers and applicationsConsults with team members, management, and technical staff to define and implement test engineering solutionsLead team of techniciansWork under consultative directionTrains and coaches othersManage inventoriesEnterprise engagement to standardize processes and proceduresAssist Management in Lab Staffing and performance evaluationsPotential travel to support flight testing
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement5+ years of engineering in ground/flight test engineering environments5+ years of experience with instrumentation and data acquisition systems5+ years of experience with precision test and measurement devicesExperience developing and maintaining engineering standards and proceduresWilling to travel domestically or internationally as neededMust be able to work flexible hours, overtime and occasional weekends when necessary 

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

7+ years of experience with planning, design, build, checkout, and commissioning of instrumentation and data acquisition systemsAdvanced understanding of sensor physics, time-division multiplex, data acquisition systems, telemetry, and calibration methods.Advanced electrical design knowledgeExperience with electronic system level down to component trouble shooting and repair.Experience supporting military flight test programsExperience leading a lab environmentExperience with L3, SAFRAN, or TELETRONICS data acquisition systemsExperience with IADS visualization toolsExperience in C, Python, and LinuxExperience in NIST traceable calibration systems and applicationsExperience authoring calibration procedures 

Conflict of Interest:

Successful candidate for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

 

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. 

Pay & Benefits:
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: $135,150-$182-850

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Export Control Requirement:

This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Safety Sensitive:

This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.

Security Clearance:

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.

Visa Sponsorship:

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program

This position is not contingent upon program award

Shift:

Shift 1 (United States of America)

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