Test & Evaluation Engineer/Test Instrumentation (Associate, Mid-Level or Senior)

Boeing; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 171,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

The Boeing Company in North Charleston, SC is seeking a Test & Evaluation Engineer/Test Instrumentation at associate to senior level. Responsible for installation, calibration, and troubleshooting of flight test instrumentation on Boeing's SC flight test aircraft, including on-board missions and daily test activities.

Role demands a BS in engineering and 3+ years in flight test settings; relocation may be offered. Not a safety-sensitive position; candidates must qualify for U.S.

Qualifications

• BSc in Engineering or related field; 3+ years in commercial aircraft flightline or flight test.
• Experience defining and tracking configurations for aircraft.
• Knowledge of test instrumentation systems and calibration processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop test instrumentation installation drawings and instructions.
• Oversee installation, perform functional checkout and maintain operation of instrumentation systems.
• Test configuration during airplane build and test program.
• Perform functional checks to ensure readiness for daily test activity.
• Troubleshoot and resolve instrumentation and configuration issues.
• Assist in onboard flight missions to monitor instrumentation.
• Verify calibrations and software configurations.
• Develop standard procedures for repeatability and productivity.

Skills

Test instrumentation

Flight test

Instrumentation installation

Troubleshooting

Calibration procedures

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Tools

Flight test instrumentation systems

Job description

Test & Evaluation Engineer/Test Instrumentation (Associate, Mid-Level or Senior) Company: The Boeing Company The Boeing Test & Evaluation organization is seeking a Test & Evaluation Engineer/Test Instrumentation (Associate, Mid-Level or Senior) at Boeing South Carolina (BSC) located in North Charleston, South Carolina. The BSC Flight Test team is a dynamic, multi-role team of Engineers responsible for 787 recurrent testing in South Carolina who also participate in test projects across the Enterprise. At Boeing, our engineers use their expertise to create innovative next generation capabilities for a wide variety of amazing aerospace platforms and products. In joining this program, you will be part of an outstanding team of technical engineers making history as we shape this one-of-a-kind next generation Aircraft.

Position Responsibilities:

• Developing test instrumentation installation drawings and instructions, checkout and calibration procedures and troubleshooting processes.
• Overseeing installation, perform functional checkout and maintain operation of a variety of flight test aircraft instrumentation systems.
• Test configuration during airplane build and throughout the test program.
• Performing functional checks to ensure the test instrumentation system is ready to support daily test activity.
• Troubleshooting and solving instrumentation and test configuration anomalies or problems.
• Flying onboard test aircraft missions to monitor and maintain operation of all required instrumentation systems.
• Verifying calibrations and configuration of equipment and software formats.
• Perform Cabin Safety duties onboard the test aircraft during the test flights.
• Develop instructions for test configuration of aircraft.
• Developing and documenting standardized processes and procedures to ensure repeatability and productivity.

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 statement 3+ years of experience with commercial aircraft flightline or flight test

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Level 3: 3 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Level 4: 5 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience defining and tracking support configurations to correspond with aircraft configurations 1+ years of experience with flight test instrumentation systems

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:

• Level 2: $85,000-$115,000
• Level 3: $103,700-$140,300
• Level 4: $126,650-$171,350

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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