Associate Aerodynamics Engineer

Associate Aerodynamics Engineer

Company:
The Boeing Company

The Mobility, Surveillance & Bombers (MS&B) Organization, a division of Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS), is seeking an aircraft-focused Associate Aerodynamics Engineer to join the Flight Systems Capability Aerodynamics team in Tukwila, WA. This position offers the opportunity to provide engineering and technical decisions for Boeing Military Commercial Derivative Aircraft (e.g. P-8, E-7, KC-46, VC-25) and other MS&B division portfolio aircraft/projects.

On-the-job training will be provided in this position, initially working under close supervision. Assignments will provide an excellent opportunity to learn aircraft aerodynamics analytical methods & tools (e.g., computational fluid dynamics (CFD), takeoff/landing/mission analysis, performance database (AFM/PET/OPT) development & management, and wind tunnel testing) and other skills needed to generate aircraft flight performance data/charts and assess stability & control characteristics for these various platforms. This position will also assist with certification and qualification processes (both civilian and military) of the aerodynamic characteristics of flight vehicles. This position requires an individual with strong analytical and communication skills who is comfortable working across different organizations.

Position Responsibilities:

• Assists with the design and analysis of aerodynamic/aerothermodynamic flight vehicles to ensure that requirements are met.
• Supports the development of new and improving existing technologies, tools, and processes to enhance technology readiness, improve vehicle performance, and reduce cycle time and cost.
• Assists with development of test requirements (e.g., wind tunnel, ground, flight, accident and incident and product support testing of aerodynamics or aeroheating/thermal characteristics) of flight vehicles.
• Assists in training.
• Works under general supervision.

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at the listed location. Sporadic off-shift work may be required to support aircraft production/operational needs.

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.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering, with Aerodynamics or Aerospace emphasis.
• 2 or more years related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience.
• General familiarity of aircraft flight characteristics.
• General familiarity of aerodynamic analysis methods.
• Familiarity with aerodynamic analysis principles, processes, methods, and aerodynamic testing of flight vehicles.
• Familiarity with aircraft performance and/or stability & control.
• Familiarity with computational fluid dynamics (CFD) analysis.
• Familiarity with wind tunnel and flight testing of aircraft designs.
• Familiarity with aerodynamic design criteria.
• Programming experience (e.g. Python, FORTRAN, C/Unix/Linux).

Relocation:

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

Conflict of Interest:

Successful candidates 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.

Union:

This is a union-represented position.

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: $98,600 - $133,400

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 U.S. Secret Clearance Pre-Start and 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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