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The Boeing Company The H-47 Chinook Airframes team is seeking an Entry level Structural & Payload Design Engr to join our team in Ridley Park PA . The selected candidate will have a statement of work ...

The Boeing Company The H-47 Chinook Airframes team is seeking an Entry level Structural & Payload Design Engr to join our team in Ridley Park PA . The selected candidate will have a statement of work ...

As a Payload I&T Engineer, you will be responsible for integration and test activities for various payload related features for the Kuiper satellite , ground gateway and the customer terminals. You ...

As a Payload I&T Engineer, you will be responsible for integration and test activities for various payload related features for the Kuiper satellite , ground gateway and the customer terminals. You ...

From entry-level engineers to mission program leads, we create space for every employee to thrive ... What a dream!" Astrid Leighton Software Engineer Space Vehicle Platform/Payload Systems Engineer ...

... Entry-level software engineers are expected to bring significant skills and training, and then to ... payload integration at scale. From climate monitoring to national security, Muon Space is dedicated ...

... Entry-level software engineers are expected to bring significant skills and training, and then to ... payload integration at scale. From climate monitoring to national security, Muon Space is dedicated ...

... Payloads. Lucix also provides RF hardware for Airborne and Ground Systems. All hardware is designed ... The Entry Level PCB Designer's role will be responsible for executing PCB designs that meet ...

... Payloads. Lucix also provides RF hardware for Airborne and Ground Systems. All hardware is designed ... The Entry Level PCB Designer's role will be responsible for executing PCB designs that meet ...

... Payloads. Lucix also provides RF hardware for Airborne and Ground Systems. All hardware is designed ... The Entry Level PCB Designer's role will be responsible for executing PCB designs that meet ...

... Payloads. Lucix also provides RF hardware for Airborne and Ground Systems. All hardware is designed ... The Entry Level PCB Designer's role will be responsible for executing PCB designs that meet ...

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Payload Mechanical Design Engineer - Entry Level

El Segundo, CA • On-site

Boeing
Aviation • 10K+ employees

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement

Posted 8 days ago


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8.5

Company rating: 8.5 out of 10

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Job description

Payload Mechanical Design Engineer - Entry Level

Company:

The Boeing Company

Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) seeks a Payload Mechanical Design Engineer - Entry Level for our team in El Segundo, California.

The Payload Mechanical Engineering group needs a Payload Mechanical Design Engineer with technical knowledge and relevant experience for payload mechanical engineering, CAD design processes and techniques, and RF transmission line design and products

This individual assists to develop, integrate and document structural and interior payload system requirements to establish the spacecraft system design. They develop, maintain and modify basic structural and interior payload system and component designs, using 3-D Computer Aided Design tools and/or other design methods, to provide product definition to other engineering groups, production operations, suppliers and external customers throughout the product lifecycle. This engineer understands RF cable and waveguide routing methods and design criteria for RF systems and components to meet requirements and specifications. They assist with supplier development, test and production activities and coordination with the supplier to optimize the design and achieve program goals. This person supports investigation of anomalous issues and supports resolution and corrective actions and works under general supervision.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Mechanical Design using CAD application

  • RF Waveguide and cable routing using CAD application

  • Detail documentation for payload mechanical engineering

  • Support of manufacturing activities for payload engineering

  • Coordinating requirements between multiple functional groups

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at the listed location.

* This worksite participates in Boeing's 9/80 schedule rotation. 9/80 is a rotation in which employees can work 9 hour shifts, 8 days per pay period (bi-weekly) and receive every other Friday off.*

This position requires a U.S. Top Secret Security Clearance/SCI (U.S. Citizenship Required). An interim and/or final U.S. Top Secret Clearance/SCI Post-Start is required.

BasicQualifications (Required Skills/Experience

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus on Mechanical, Civil, Aerospace Aeronautical or Material Sciences)

  • Experience with 3D solid modeling software applications (e.g. Creo, NX, Catia)

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • Active or Ability to obtain Top Secret Clearance/SCI post-start

  • Experience as a Mechanical Engineer in a production environment

  • Experience working with RF Communication systems

  • Experience with CREO Parametric CAD application

Conflict of Interest:

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility. Basic relocation will be offered for eligible internal candidates.

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: $ 76,500 - $ 103,500

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. Top Secret/SCI 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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