Entry-Level F-15 Flight Test Data Engineer

The Boeing Company; Florida; On-site; USD 71,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

The Boeing Company is seeking an entry‑level F-15 Flight Test Data Engineer to join a highly collaborative environment focused on advanced data processing, modeling, and visualization for flight test programs. You will work on neural networks, machine learning models, and automated tools to analyze complex data from aircraft systems.

You will gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge systems and participate in on-site training, with opportunities to contribute to multiple projects across

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Ability to obtain U.S. Security Clearance after start.
• Bachelor degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or related field.

Responsibilities

• Develop and run automated data processing software for engineering visualizations.
• Develop autonomous data analysis apps using neural nets and ML.
• Perform root-cause analysis to distinguish real issues from non-issues.
• Collaborate across engineering groups for knowledge sharing and investigative tasks.

Skills

Python

C#

Scripting

Leadership

Neural nets

Machine learning

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

C++11

C++14

MS Visual Studio

WPF MVVM

Job description

Company

Entry-Level F-15 Flight Test Data Engineer Company: The Boeing Company At Boeing, we are all innovators on a mission to connect, protect, explore, and inspire. From the seabed to outer space, you will learn and grow while contributing to work that shapes the world. Find your future with us.

Position Responsibilities

The team performing this work provides a very innovation friendly environment, with high levels of inter-team collaboration, peer mentoring, and significant opportunities for individual empowerment and project leadership responsibilities. This position encourages using your personal education, experience, and technical skills to: Develop and run automated digital data processing software applications to merge and convert raw data files into output products for engineering visualizations Develop autonomous and semi-autonomous systems analysis applications based on digital Neural Nets, Machine Learning, and Digital Models Develop algorithms to support automated systems performance assessments Performance of root-cause analysis/troubleshooting to identify and sort actual problems from non-problems Develop characterizations of systems and analyze their real-world performance against digital models Direct and frequent interaction across multiple engineering groups and technical teams is encouraged and supported for knowledge sharing and investigative engineering tasks. Strong Python, C#, and script coding skills, along with an innovation mindset, are highly desired. Leadership skills will be nurtured and developed to allow you to plan, communicate, coordinate, and execute complex data engineering related activities. If selected, you will be routinely exposed to a wide variety of different and interesting projects involving advanced technology systems while in their early development phase. You will also get hands-on experience with cutting edge systems where innovative problem solving is embraced. In this position you will have an opportunity to design and develop new data tools/algorithms based on digital automation, pattern recognition, machine learning/neural nets, and digital performance models; as well as, use these tools to evaluate the latest electronic and weapons systems Boeing and other contractors have created for integration onto F-15 fighter aircraft. You will be provided with self-paced on-site training, and structured hands-on experience to aid in becoming a Subject Matter Expert on a variety of aircraft/weapons/sensor systems and Data Analysis projects. These projects will include onboard fire control radar systems, electronic jammers, RF and IR sensors, onboard core computing systems, radar and IR guided missiles, control systems, jet engines, satellite navigation/communication systems, and encrypted aircraft data networks.

Basic Qualifications

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. This position requires ability to obtain program access, for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship only. 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• 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.)
• Ability to create software-based algorithms, applications, and scripts
• Ability to develop neural nets, machine learning, and autonomous data centric operations
• Experience performing data processing, detailed systems data analysis, data interpretation, data analysis, data fusion/merging, and/or data visualization
• Understanding of digital representations of alphanumeric data is an asset (MIL-STD-1553 data bus, MIL-STD-1760 weapon interface protocols, Fiber, or Ethernet)
• Understanding of and/or experience with any of the following concepts and technologies is highly desired: (Python, C++11, C++14, C#, MS Visual Studio, WPF and MVVM, Object Oriented Programming and Design, Neural Network data selection and training, Machine Learning frameworks (PyTorch, Keras, Tensorflow, etc.))

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 candidates 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

$71,400 - $96,600

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. This position requires ability to obtain program access, for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship only.

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)

Equal Opportunity Employer

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. EEO is the law. Boeing EEO Policy Request an Accommodation Applicant Privacy Boeing Participates in E-Verify E-Verify (English) E-Verify (Spanish) Right to Work Statement Right to Work (English) Right to Work (Spanish)

Company Values

Boeing is committed to protecting, connecting and exploring our world and beyond, safely and sustainably. From the seabed to outer space, you can contribute to work that matters with a company where diversity, equity and inclusion are shared values. We’re committed to fostering an environment that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive of every teammate, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.