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Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) is seeking a Propulsion Engineer in the St. Charles, MO area to work design, analysis, modeling, simulation, integration, and testing of advanced development air-breathing and solid rocket motor propulsion systems.
Boeing Defense and Space Systems is growing in the area of aircraft, missile, weapons and autonomous system Propulsion System design, development, integration and test. The selected candidate will work in the Fixed Wing Aircraft, Cruise Missile Systems (CMS) and/or Phantom Works organizations.
The successful candidate will work on leading-edge propulsion technology including air-breathing turbojet engines, rockets, and ramjets. As a member of the Flight Systems Capability, occasional assignments supporting other programs may occur from time to time to support surges in new business.
Position Responsibilities:
Define requirements for propulsion systems, auxiliary power systems, and vehicle fuel/ tank systems
Define, coordinate and control the functional and physical interfaces between the propulsion system and the vehicle
Develop specifications and architectural and configuration concepts for associated vehicle systems to meet customer and regulatory requirements
Configure or design propulsion sub-systems and components to meet all vehicle design and performance criteria
Use various testing, analysis, modeling and simulation tools to estimate or calculate system performance
Define and perform certification tests for propulsion sub-systems and components
Support fielded systems to assure continued reliability
Develop concepts for future propulsion systems to meet anticipated requirements
This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.
This position requires the ability to obtain a US Security Clearance for which the US Government requires US Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.
Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science.
Knowledge of vehicle flight performance
3+ years of experience performing rocket, turbine, or ramjet Propulsion development, development engineering and/or analysis for Launch Vehicles, Spacecraft, Missiles, High Speed aircraft, or similar vehicles
Master's Degree or higher from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry
3+ years of experience in Flight Operations Engineering
3+ years' experience with missiles, weapons systems
3+ years' experience with propulsion system testing and/or flight testing
5+ year's related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
10+ year's related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Typical Education/Experience:
Experienced (Level 3)
Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 5 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. PhD, Master+3 years' related work experience). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.
Lead (Level 4)
Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 9 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. PhD+4 years' related work experience, Master+7 years' related work experience). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.
Senior (Level 5)
Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 14 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. PhD+9 years' related work experience, Master+12 years' related work experience). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.
Relocation:
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.
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 .
Shift:
This position is for 1st shift.
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.
Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
Applications for this position will be accepted until July 11, 2024.
Export Control Requirements: U.S. Government Export Control Status: 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.
Export Control Details: US based job, US Person required
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.