Description :
Location
Huntsville, AL
Virtual Office/Telecommute?
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Virtual Work Not Available
Shift
First
Business Unit
Integrated Defense Sys
Division
Network & Space Systems
Program
Missile Defense Systems
Occupation Title
Electronic & Electrical Engr
Skills Management Title
Electrical/Electronic Systems
Job Classification
6B1FN5
Job Type
Non-Management
Experience Level
Senior Level (15+ years of experience)
Exemption Status
Nonexempt
Union
No
Security Clearance Required?
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Ability to Obtain Interim Clearance (Pre-Start) and Final Clearance (Post Start) - US Citizenship Required
Work Eligibility Required?
Yes
US Person Status Required?
Yes
Export Control Required?
Yes
Relocation Money Available?
Yes
Date Posted
06/26/2008
Closing Date
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08/26/2008
Position Description
The Boeing Ground-based Midcourse Defense (GMD) Program is seeking an experienced electrical designer for the Systems Engineering, Integration and Test organization. The group supports the design, documentation, fabrication, and integration of electrical and/or electro-mechanical test equipment and test system configurations for Huntsville, AL; Vandenberg Air-Force Base, CA; and Ft. Greely, AK activities. AutoCAD or UG experience is required; Catia and/or Rhino experience is a plus. Knowledge of Boeing Design and Release Processes is preferred. Develop, maintain and release electrical/mechanical drawings, systems designs or engineering documentation and data by applying Company, industry and governmental standards for multiple customers. Proposes innovative solutions for emergent technical issues. Uses design tools to document and maintain configuration control of designs. Manages, creates, develops and maintains complex or specialized systems designs by preparing design layouts, modifying existing designs and integrating systems elements. Directs validation of complex engineering system design and functionality. Leads the process for product installation designs and part designs ranging from simple to complex. Coordinates activities and products with cross-functional groups, internal partners and external suppliers. Reviews and assigns work to others. Works under consultative direction.
Competencies
General/Leadership
[ + ] Collaboration
Mentors others in working effectively and cooperatively with team leaders, managers and internal employees; consistently and proactively establishes and maintains good working relationships by actively involving team leaders, managers and internal employees and helping them feel valued, appreciated, and included in discussions. Places higher priority on team and organization goals than on own goals. Offers to provide assistance and/or thought leadership to other project team leaders when doing so would benefit the organization.
[ + ] Innovation
Viewed as an expert in consistently and proactively identifying implicit assumptions in the way problems or situations are defined or presented. Sees alternative ways to view or define problems; is not constrained by the thoughts or approaches of team leads, internal employees or external customers. Consistently draws upon multiple and diverse sources (individuals, disciplines, bodies of knowledge) for ideas and inspiration. Guides other in combining ideas in unique ways or makes connections between disparate ideas; explores different lines of thought. Views situations from multiple perspectives; brainstorms complex approaches/solutions. Examines numerous potential solutions and evaluates each before accepting any; targets important areas for innovation and develops solutions that address meaningful issues in own work areas and thought the organization.
[ + ] Systems Thinking
Consistently and proactively evaluates job tasks and processes on how well they help meet program/project objective(s); identifies non-value-adding components and barriers. Expertly formulates complex change strategies; frequently seeks input from others to evaluate options for change and encourage buy-in. Makes appropriate changes to job/role structures and processes by assigning accountability appropriately, communicating effectively, focusing on new skill development, and integrating with related systems or processes. Uses accurate measurement systems to monitor the implementation.
Technical
[ + ] Computer Aided Design Tools
Able to understand the depth and breadth of computer aided design tools and systems (e.g., computer aided design/computer aided manufacturing (CAD/CAM), computer aided three dimensional interactive (CATIA), Mentor Graphics, Unigraphics). Able to apply computer aided models to innovative applications.
[ + ] Engineering Standards
Advanced, expert knowledge of specification format requirements, guidelines, and change control processes. Understanding of relationship between specifications/standards and aircraft/product certification systems.
Education and/or Experience
AA degree in related discipline and 9 - 14 or more years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Other Job related information
This position prefers a current DoD Secret security clearance. **Please indicate your current Security Clearance status (Active, Inactive, etc.) and effective dates clearly on your resume.** AutoCAD or UG experience 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.
