Database Content Developer (Associate or Mid-Level)

Database Content Developer (Associate or Mid-Level)

Company:
The Boeing Company

Boeing Global Services (BGS) is currently seeking a Database Content Developer (Associate or Mid-Level) to become part of the Visual Systems Terrain Environments team, where you will help build visual database content for the next generation of flight simulators to train military pilots. Terrain Environments is responsible for the design, development, and integration of visual and sensor content optimized for real-time rendering on the training device. This position is located in Hazelwood, Missouri.

Our team is full of opportunities that will challenge you in new and intriguing ways, let you learn from a highly experienced foundation of team knowledge, and allow you to contribute from your unique experiences to expand the collective capability of the team.

Position Responsibilities

• Uses Geographic Information Systems (GIS) tools to manipulate and modify data to desired standard for use in project to include creation of airfield models.
• Generates terrain mesh from satellite imagery and elevation data.
• Models and textures 3D environment and assets like terrain, props, building exteriors, and vehicles.
• Collaborates closely with engineering teams to establish requirements and expectations.
• Analyzes and fixes bugs with models and visual databases such problems with normals, textures, UV maps, edge flow, rendering defects, and other problems found in 3D models.
• Supports team to develop and document processes, tools and procedures.
• Works under general supervision.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Associate's Degree or higher
• 2+ years of experience with GIS tools and geospatial concepts
• 2+ years of experience with visual database creation tools and concepts
• 2+ years of experience with 3D modeling software and concepts
• 1+ years of experience with photo-editing and texturing tools and concepts

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• 3+ years of related work experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience working with either of the following GIS software packages: QGIS version 3.1 or newer or Blue Marble Global Mapper version 19 or newer.
• Experience working with Presagis/CAE Creator version 16 or newer.
• Experience working with Adobe Photoshop version CS5 or newer, or equivalent.
• Experience with one or more of the following is a plus: 3D model/terrain modeling packages such as Autodesk Maya, Autodesk 3D Max, or Blender Foundation Blender; image manipulation programs such as GIMP; content development for OpenSceneGraph or gaming engines; version control tools such as Subversion, ClearCase or GIT.
• Experience working with Presagis/Argenium TerraVista version 16 or newer.
• Knowledge of flight simulation and visual database terminology.
• Knowledge of FAA airfield standards.
• Experience working with database standard industry data sources such as NGA data sets (DAFIF, DTED, TFADS, FLIPs, SAC/AFD, CADRG, CIB, etc.).
• Familiarity with GIS data sets such as Open Street Map or land use data.
• Knowledge of Agile workflow.
• Experience with technical writing a plus.

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.

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 for Associate Level (Level 2): $52,700 - $71,300

Summary pay range for Mid-Level (Level 3): $61,200 - $82,800

Language Requirements:
Not Applicable

Education:
Associate's Degree or Equivalent

Relocation:
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Export Control Requirement:
This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.15 is required. "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, 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. 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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