Mechanical Design and Analysis Engineer (Solar Array and Battery)– Satellites Systems
Job description
Mechanical Design and Analysis Engineer (Solar Array and Battery)– Satellites Systems
Company:
The Boeing Company
The Integrated Design Engineering Organization is seeking a highly motivated Satellite Solar Array and Battery Mechanical Design Engineer, Mid-Career or Senior level, to join the Space Mission Systems Satellite Engineering Team. This candidate will be a part of a high-performing engineering team that is immersed in development and high non-recurring projects. The candidate will be accountable to provide all aspects of mechanical design engineering support of the solar array and battery technologies, which include designing substrates, yoke structures, panel layouts, battery packs, etc. Additionally, the candidate will be accountable for the electro-mechanical architecture of battery and solar array designs, and the ability to support programs as a responsible engineering authority (REA). The candidate will be required to work closely with our Solar Array and Battery REA and Analysis team members as well as our partnering organizations from Systems Engineering, Stress, Dynamics, Materials & Processes, Production Engineering, Quality, Supplier Management, and Spectrolab. This candidate will need to work closely with their respective Technical Lead Engineers, Management, and Program Leadership to support the program deliverables. This role will include accountability for all Satellite Solar Array technologies supporting Government and Commercial Satellites with some additional support across other space applications. The candidate should have experience working with Solar Array and/or Battery technologies (substrates, cells, panels, integration, system requirements, etc). The candidate must exemplify The Boeing Behaviors in day-to-day operations. This position is in El Segundo, California.
Primary responsibilities include:
Lead functional teams as potential Technical Lead Engineer, Boeing Designated Expert, or REA
Lead project planning and ensure execution on program commitments as a potential Solar Array REA driving the design, build, test, and installation of solar array substrates, solar cells, panels, and wings to the spacecraft
Support/Lead design configurations by following regulatory and company approved processes and procedures.
Perform solar array analysis (deployment, stowed/deployed wing predicts, power analysis, etc) to support the missions team
Develop mechanical and electrical designs (mechanical/electrical layouts, yoke/structures, harnesses, etc) using Creo and Autocad implementing appropriate Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, DFMAT, critical clearance, and material selection processes
Support/Lead qualification of solar panels and wings by driving test program, analyzing all relevant data, working with appropriate functional teams, drafting qualification test reports, and presenting to internal and external customers
Driving critical RCCA investigation and preparing/presenting Failure Review Board packages to internal and external customers. Work closely with chief engineers, program and functional leadership, and other SMEs to get alignment on proper containment, root cause, and corrective actions
This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at the listed location.
This position requires a U.S. Security Clearance, for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. Ability to Obtain U.S. Top Secret/SCI – Final Post-Start
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus on Mechanical, Civil, Aerospace Aeronautical or Material Sciences)
Level 3: Typically, 5 or more years' related work experience
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
Level 3::5+ years of experience in an engineering role supporting solar array technologies
Level 4: Typically, 9 or more years related work experience
Level 4: 9+ years of experience in an engineering role supporting solar array technologies
TS/SCI and SSBI preferred
Conflict of Interest:
Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
Relocation:
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility. Note: Basic relocation will be offered for eligible internal candidates.
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.
Level 3 Summary pay range: $ 111,350 – $ 150,650
Level 4 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. Top Secret/SCI 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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