Mechanical & Structural Engineer Manager K
The Stress group at Boeing Commercial Airplanes (BCA) in Long Beach (CA) has experienced strong growth over the last 6 years. The current stress group consists of 180 engineers organized into six Stress Teams. This requisition is to fill a seventh Stress manager position which will have approximately 25 direct reports. The position will require minimum monthly travel within the United States, primarily to Seattle.
The new manager responsibilities will include the following:
Manages employees performing engineering and technical activities in the area of Mechanical & Structural Engineering with focus on stress management. Develops and executes project and process plans, implements policies and procedures and sets operational goals. Acquires resources for projects and processes, provides technical management of suppliers and leads process improvements. Develops and maintains relationships and partnerships with customers, stakeholders, peers, partners and direct reports. Provides oversight and approval of technical approaches, products and processes. Manages, develops and motivates employees.
The ideal candidate for this position will have strong technical as well as managerial capabilities. The minimum technical requirements are ten years of general stress experience, preferably in aircraft wing, fuselage, floors structures or Damage Tolerance / fatigue. This experience must be accompanied by strong classical hand analysis skills, & solid finite element analysis capability. Computer skills must be excellent, with a working knowledge of Catia V5. A familiarity with Boeing and MDC (McDonnell Douglas Corporation) drawing conventions, as well as the Boeing drawing release and documentation system is desired. Prior management experience is desirable but not required. Large Scale Systems Integration (LSSI) or past large program / project management with abilities to work across multiple disciplines and customers is preferred.
The successful candidate must be a team player, with strong stress & finite element analysis skills, excellent leadership capabilities, and a strong commitment to employee growth and development. This individual will also be responsible to perform other managerial duties such as performance monitoring & evaluation, training, and mentoring.
Other necessary skills and abilities:
The applicant must be capable of reviewing work to ensure technical accuracy, and helping analysts to solve problems and to find solutions, as needed. Solid working knowledge of FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) rules and their application to aircraft interiors is preferred.
Strong inter-personal and communication skills, as well as high standards of ethics and integrity are required. Must also posses the ability to establish resource requirements, to manage allocations, to establish and evaluate performance, to coach individuals, and to oversee process and/or project activities. Must have the ability to plan, delegate and execute activities within demanding schedule constraints. Candidate must be team oriented and highly dedicated, with the ability to function diplomatically and effectively in a multi-program, multi-site, Integrated Product Team environment.
Education:
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Civil, or Aerospace Engineering required. Master of Science in Engineering or MBA preferred.
Boeing Leadership Attributes
• Charts the Course
Starts with the customer ends with the customer. Translates strategy into actionable objectives and plans. Communicates clearly at one-on-one and group levels. Conveys sense of purpose and mission that motivates others. Maintains direction, balancing big-picture concern with day-to-day issues.
• Delivers Results
Keeps his/her promises. Does not rationalize shortfalls and is accountable. Demonstrates strong operational skills. Marshals the other Leadership Attributes in meeting commitments. Capitalizes on unanticipated opportunities and changing circumstances to meet commitments.
• Finds a Way
Continuously monitors customers and operations to spot issues. Faces reality and adjusts to keep commitments. Models confidence that sees change as opportunities. Uses Boeing complexity as leverage, not an excuse.
• Inspires Others
Energizes, excites, and motivates others. Creates and models a confident and winning atmosphere. Builds teams whose impact is far greater than the sum of their parts. Inspires in ways that are consistent with Boeing's values. Celebrates success and learns from disappointments. Creates an atmosphere where all see opportunities to stretch, take risks, create, contribute and learn.
• Lives the Boeing Values
Models, leads and is committed to the Boeing values, principles and business-conduct policies. Earns the trust and respect of all Boeing stakeholders. Ensures effective business, compliance and financial controls. Promotes integrity in all that we do. Demonstrates commitment to and takes advantage of diversity. Creates an environment of respect and inclusion. Does not use abusive or intimidating behavior. Bounds vigorous pursuit of individual and business objectives with overall interest and reputation of the company.
• Sets High Expectations
Sets high expectations rooted in ensuring competitiveness. Sets high expectations for him/herself first. Has courage to raise the bar continuously/routinely. Holds self and others accountable for continuous improvement. Communicates expectations directly, openly and effectively. Shows people and teams how to reach (acts as a coach).
Competencies
General• Communication
Consistently and proactively clarifies purpose and importance; stresses major points; follows a logical sequence. Consistently keeps the audience thoroughly engaged through use of techniques such as analogies, illustrations, humor, an appealing style, body language, and voice inflection; consistently frames the message in line with audience experience, background, and expectations; uses terms, examples, and analogies that are meaningful to the audience. Consistently seeks input from audience; checks understanding; presents message in different ways to enhance understanding. Uses syntax, pace, volume, diction, and mechanics appropriate to the media being used. Attends to both direct and indirect messages from others; correctly interprets messages and responds appropriately. Advises fellow K level managers and other internal employees in effective communication techniques
• Decision Making
Consistently and proactively recognizes a wide range of issues, problems, or opportunities in own work group, across the organization and with external customers; determines whether action is needed; consistently identifies the need for and collects information to better understand issues, problems, and opportunities; integrates complex information from a variety of sources; detects trends, associations, and cause-effect relationships; creates relevant options for addressing problems/opportunities and achieving desired outcomes; consistently formulates clear decision criteria; evaluates options by considering implications and consequences; chooses an effective option; consistently implements decisions or initiates action within a reasonable time; consistently includes fellow K level managers and employees across the organization in the decision-making process as warranted to obtain good information, make the most appropriate decisions, and ensure buy-in and understanding of the resulting decisions.
Technical• Analytical Skills
Skill and ability to: collect, organize, synthesize, and analyze data; summarize findings; develop conclusions and recommendations from appropriate data sources at the department level. Serves as a resource for exempt team members.
• Boeing Knowledge
Complete knowledge of Boeing's organizations, processes, program plans, policies and procedures, and products required to effectively perform functional responsibilities of the occupation. Provides specific guidance to exempt team members to ensure effective performance.
• Design/Test/Cert Regulations
Complete knowledge of appropriate customer or governmental regulations relevant to design, test, and certification (e.g., Part 25, MILSPEC).
Basic Qualifications For ConsiderationDo you have 10 years minimum aircraft related stress experience utilizing hand analysis and FEM analysis as applied to aircraft or interiors products?
Do you have experience as a team leader, manager or program / project manager managing large, diverse projects?
Typical Education/Experience
Other Job related information
- Business Unit Commercial Airplanes
- Division Commercial Aviation Services
- Program Fleet Services
- Job Type Management
- Experience Level First Level Manager
- US Person Status Required? Yes
Closing Date: 02/10/2012
