Experienced Test & Evaluation Engineer (Test Instrumentation)
Job description
Experienced Test & Evaluation Engineer (Test Instrumentation)
Company:
The Boeing Company
Boeing Test & Evaluation (BT&E) is seeking an Experienced Test & Evaluation Instrumentation Engineer, with experience in Test Control Methods and Data Acquisition Systems preferred, to work in the Structures and Mechanical Test (STR) capability as part of the Structures Test and Evaluation Engineering team located in Ridley Park, Pennsylvania.
The STR capability supports structural, mechanical and material properties test programs for all Boeing Divisions, including Boeing Commercial Aircraft (BCA), Boeing Defense Space & Security (BDS), and Boeing Global Services (BGS). This position will support the lab test teams by developing and operating instrumentation, test control and data acquisition hardware and software setups and electro/mechanical design solutions of varying complexity.
As part of this team, you will have the opportunity to work on legacy military vertical lift aircraft, such as H-47 Chinook and AH-64 Apache helicopters, as well as programs of the future within our Phantom Works portfolio. The Philadelphia Structures team supports tests ranging from material testing to airframe component and fatigue testing. The ideal candidate should work well under pressure, have excellent all-around communication skills, leadership, interpersonal, organizational skills, and be very detail oriented.
Position Responsibilities Include:
Operates test control and data acquisition systems during structural and mechanical test operations
Designs test hardware, software and systems to achieve test requirements
Identifies required products, systems, components, materials, and manufacturing processes / technologies
Architects, Designs, Develops, and Documents instrumentation and test control systems under the general direction of senior engineers.
Generates electrical schematics using Microsoft Visio and other common design software
Coordinates control system design, fabrication, integration, modification, setup, checkout and teardown
Develops derived test requirements and determines test and measurement design approach.
Integrates test hardware, software and systems to fulfill all test requirements
Troubleshoots and resolves instrumentation system, transducer, and test-related problems
Analyzes, reviews and validates test data to ensure test instrumentation hardware and software readiness
Conducts research in test technologies to improve efficiency and capability
Interfaces 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
Assists in design of instrumentation placement and cable routing
Self-starter that works under minimal supervision
Mentor to less experienced team members
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
Ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship
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 statement
3+ years of experience with PID Control theory, control software, and/or data acquisition software or equipment
3+ years of experience working in a lab test, flight test, or similar test environment
1+ years of experience with various types of sensors and instrumentation including strain gages, temperature / pressure measurement, accelerometers, and deflection transducers
3+ years of experience designing, operating, and troubleshooting instrumentation systems for aircraft programs
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
Bachelor's Degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or Aerospace Engineering
3+ years of experience with MTS FlexTest controllers and/or MTS AeroPro Test Control Software
Experience with data acquisition system attributes (e.g. range, accuracy, frequency responses, bandwidth) to define characteristics of measurements to be recorded
Experience with hydraulic control systems for static and fatigue testing in a lab environment
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.
Conflict of Interest:
Successful candidate for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
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: $111,350 – $150,650
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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