Space Exploration Systems Engineer 2
Boeing Space Exploration is a leading provider of human space flight and space exploration systems and services. Since the dawn of the Space Age, Boeing has designed, developed, built and operated human and robotic space vehicles as well as supporting hardware. The Boeing legacy began with the X-15, spanned Gemini, Mercury, Apollo and Skylab, and continues with the Space Shuttle, International Space Station and Commercial Crew programs. Space Exploration, a division within Boeing Defense, Space and Security Network and Space Systems business, employs approximately 3,000 people in Alabama, California, Florida and Texas. As NASA defines it roadmap for the future, Boeing will apply its 50 years of experience in human spaceflight to assist NASA as it matures the technologies needed, such as a Space Launch System for crewed exploration missions beyond Earth orbit, while leveraging our design work to date on the Ares I upper stage rocket and associated avionics. The Exploration Launch Systems office, located in Huntsville, AL, supports NASA on strategy and policy on Space Exploration programs procured by the NASA Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC) and in the development of human-rated heavy lift rockets. As a member of the Space Exploration team the selected individual will typically be paired with a senior engineer to perform systems engineering tasks associated with the development and verification of vehicle performance requirements. Typical responsibilities include performing trade studies, deriving requirements, and defining verification methods and objectives. This position also includes documenting engineering analyses and assessments, preparing and presenting briefing charts, providing task status and tracking metrics. Occasional travel is required. Boeing offers programs to support career advancement and learning opportunities and technologically challenging assignments. This position offers an opportunity for employees to also enjoy the advantages of living and working in Huntsville. Missile defense and space exploration are at the heart of this community, where there are more engineers per capita than anywhere else in the nation. Huntsville offers a wide range of cultural and recreational opportunities, and the natural beauty of the area provides unlimited opportunities for hiking, biking, golfing, outdoor exploration and water sports on the Tennessee River. *** This position requires the ability to obtain access to a National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) facility. US Citizenship required. ***REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE: Minimum of two years of engineering experience.
Competencies
General• Collaboration
Generally works effectively and cooperatively with work group members, direct supervisor, and occasionally members of others work groups; establishes and maintains good working relationships by helping people feel valued, appreciated, and included in discussions. Places higher priority on team and/or organization goals than on own goals. Normally offers to help work group members, direct supervisor, and occasionally members of others work groups when they need assistance.
• Communication
Generally clarifies purpose and importance; stresses major points; follows a logical sequence. Usually keeps the audience engaged through use of techniques such as analogies, illustrations, humor, an appealing style, body language, and voice inflection. Frames the message in line with audience experience, background, and expectations; uses terms, examples, and analogies that are meaningful to the audience. Generally 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. Accurately interprets messages from others and responds appropriately.
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 work group level.
• Engineering Analysis
General knowledge of engineering analysis (e.g. mechanical, electrical, avionics, design, circuit, systems, stress, structural, durability).
• Engineering Processes
General knowledge of responsibilities and tasks performed by various Engineering departments/disciplines (e.g., design, test, software, technology, avionics). General knowledge of the interaction between departments/ disciplines and how their products/processes affect one another and impact non-engineering processes (e.g., Operations, Logistics, Business).
• Integrated Systems
General knowledge of design, improvement, and installation of integrated systems of people, materials, equipment, and methods.
• Requirements/Tracing
General knowledge of how to derive and allocate requirements (e.g., system, sub-system, software) and show traceability throughout the product lifecycle.
• Tech Verification/Validation
General knowledge of technical data verification and validation practices (e.g., Technical review of Engineering Data, Laboratory simulation, or actual procedure demonstration).
Basic Qualifications For ConsiderationDo you currently reside in the Huntsville, Alabama area or are you willing to relocate yourself to the area? (This position does not have relocation benefits).
Do you meet the criteria described in the 'Typical Education / Experience section' of this requisition?
Typical Education/Experience
Degree and typical experience in engineering classification: Bachelor's and 2 or more years' experience or a Master's degree with experience. Bachelor, Master or Doctorate of Science degree from an accredited course of study, in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry. ABET is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.
Other Job related information
PREFERRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE: Systems engineering experience on a spaceflight program. Experience implementing industry standard systems engineering processes and procedures using industry standard tools such as DOORS, Rhapsody, System Architect or Model Center. PREFERRED EDUCATION: Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Physics are the preferred degrees.
- Business Unit Defense, Space&Security
- Division Networks & Space Systems
- Program Space Exploration
- Job Type Non-Management
- Experience Level Career/Experienced
- US Person Status Required? Yes
Closing Date: 03/27/2012
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