C-17 Mechanical Systems Design Engineer - Flight Controls

Boeing; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 111,000 - 183,000; Full time

Job summary

The Boeing Company is seeking a Mid or Senior Level Mechanical Systems Design & Analysis Engineer – Flight Controls for the C-17 Sustainment Program in Long Beach, CA. You will develop and maintain mechanical systems such as hydraulics, flight control actuators, landing gear, and environmental control, while coordinating with USAF customers and internal teams.

You will lead design reviews, analyze field issues, mentor junior engineers, and travel as needed to supply chain locations and bases.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering with focus on Mechanical, Civil, Aerospace, Aeronautical or Material Sciences.
• 3+ years’ experience with aircraft mechanical systems design, production, fleet support, or sustaining engineering.
• 3+ years’ experience working with internal and external customers.
• 3+ years’ experience demonstrating creative, critical thinking and troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains mechanical systems drawings and specifications
• Supports analysis and design reviews
• Follows documented processes, specifications and procedures that support the design and manufacture of mechanical system commodities
• Performs technical review of supplier capabilities to facilitate source selection
• Supports the sustainment, development, and documentation of aircraft systems, primarily mechanical system design
• Performs root cause analysis for field issues, provides corrective actions, and communicates with USAF customers
• Guide/mentor engineers in design decisions and design/solution presentations
• Occasional travel to supply chain locations and military bases
• Demonstrated ability to lead small teams in establishing goals and managing projects
• Ability to work multiple tasks concurrently in a time-constrained environment.
• Skilled in dispositioning customer support requests such as Service Reports, Design Deficiency/Material Improvement Projects and Crisis Management Team actions
• Demonstrate adaptability in accepting assignments outside normal duties as required

Skills

Systems integration

Mechanical systems design

Analytical thinking

Leadership potential

Customer communication

Education

B.S. in Engineering

Tools

Unigraphics NX

Teamcenter

Job description

C-17 Mechanical Systems Design Engineer – Flight Controls (The Boeing Company – Boeing Global Services (BGS))

Boeing Global Services has an exciting opportunity for a Mid or Senior Level Mechanical System Design & Analysis Engineer – Flight Controls to be a part of the C-17 Sustainment Program located in Long Beach, CA. This position is to support the C-17 military cargo aircraft operating around the world. Focus for this position will be developing and maintaining aircraft mechanical systems such as hydraulics, flight control actuators, landing gear, environmental control, fuel and cargo handling. The successful candidate has an ability to perform systems integration; create assembly and installation drawings, perform basic related analyses and resolve technical problems. This position requires someone that is self‑motivated, has leadership skills/lead potential and has good communication skills (verbal and written). This position requires someone that is customer focused with the ability to focus on building strong customer relationships.

Position Responsibilities:

• Develops and maintains mechanical systems drawings and specifications
• Supports analysis and design reviews
• Follows documented processes, specifications and procedures that support the design and manufacture of mechanical system commodities
• Performs technical review of supplier capabilities to facilitate source selection
• Supports the sustainment, development, and documentation of aircraft systems, primarily mechanical system design (will include interacting directly with USAF customer, Field Engineers, and C-17 aircraft)
• Performs root cause analysis for field issues, provides corrective actions, and communicates with USAF customers (including presentations)
• Guide/mentor engineers in design decisions and design/solution presentations
• Occasional travel to supply chain locations and military bases
• Demonstrated ability to lead small teams in establishing goals and managing projects
• Ability to work multiple tasks concurrently in a time‑constrained environment.
• Skilled in dispositioning customer support requests such as Service Reports, Design Deficiency/Material Improvement Projects and Crisis Management Team actions
• Demonstrate adaptability in accepting assignments outside normal duties as required

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus on Mechanical, Civil, Aerospace Aeronautical or Material Sciences)
• 3+ years’ experience with aircraft mechanical systems design, production, fleet support, or sustaining engineering
• 3+ years’ experience working with internal and external customers
• 3+ years’ experience demonstrating creative, critical thinking and troubleshooting skills.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• 5+ years of higher education and/or related work experience (Higher education includes college, university, technical school, licensing/certification programs, etc.)
• C-17 or other military aircraft experience
• Skilled in presenting complex issues and solutions to the Air Force customer in both verbal and written forms
• Demonstrated leadership qualities and ability to follow through
• Skilled in Unigraphics NX modeling and Teamcenter drawing release system
• Skilled in drafting Time Compliance Technical Orders for aircraft in service changes and inspections
• Demonstrated engineering experience level to obtain Design Engineering Authority to approve waivers, non‑conformance corrective actions and rework
• Demonstrated engineering experience level to obtain Design Approval Engineer authority to approve designs
• Technical Lead Engineer or ability to obtain certification for that role
• Versed in Boeing procurement system

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 (Mid Level): 111,350 - 150,650. Summary pay range (Senior): 135,150 - 182,850.

Language Requirements: Not Applicable.

Relocation: Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

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 does not require a Security Clearance.

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)

Conflict of Interest: Successful candidates 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.

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