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The Boeing Space, Intelligence & Weapon Systems (SI&WS) has an exciting opportunity for Experienced Avionics Flight Systems Responsible Engineer to join the Avionics & Software (AV&SW) Flight Systems team in Huntsville, AL on the Space Launch System (SLS) program contracts.
National Aeronautics and Space Administration’s (NASA) SLS is the one of the most powerful rockets in the world and offers unprecedented capabilities related to payload mass, volume and energy to enable deep space crewed/uncrewed exploration. SLS is designed to be flexible and evolvable and will open new opportunities for crewed deep space missions. The Exploration Upper Stage (EUS) is SLSs first evolution of design improvements to enhance those capabilities as part of the Block 1B SLS Architecture.
Position Responsibilities:
Designs electronic hardware focused on space launch vehicle applications
Develops avionics assembly designs primarily focused on Electrical Power Systems (EPS) - Power distribution/control and battery design and testing to include controller and remote power controllers (RPCs)
Oversees the development, production and testing of the Power Distribution Control Unit (PDCU) supporting the Electrical Power Systems (EPS) team.
Provides technical, business and integration leadership for the development and execution of project or team plans
Develops, documents and maintains electronic and electrical system requirements according to customer desires and contract requirements
Leads and coordinates work to analyze and translate requirements into system architecture, hardware and software designs and interface specifications.
Develops of statements-of-work and technical performance specifications
Develops of test plans/procedures and supports the execution test events
Leads Root Cause/Corrective Action (RCCA) investigations and resolutions
Executes various methods of testing and analysis to support design and production and to ensure system designs meet operational and functional requirements
Works with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of products
Leads formal trade studies and literature research to support future product designs
Develops solutions to technical problems
Exercises considerable latitude in determining technical objectives of assignment.
Represents the organization as the prime technical contact on contracts and projects.
Interacts with senior external personnel on significant technical matters often requiring coordination between organizations.
Completed work is reviewed for desired results from a relatively long-term perspective.
Ability to work well both independently and within a team environment
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
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
5+ years of experience with power distribution controllers design and test
Ability to travel up to 15
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
Bachelor, Master or Doctorate of Science degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering or related science or technology field degree
Proficient in power distribution controller design
Experience in one or more of these focused areas: analog/digital circuits, firmware/Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), serial and parallel communication protocols, radio frequency
Good communication, analytical, and organizational skills.
Experience with Creo Parametric/Windchill
Ability to work in a team environment
Previous design team or special project team participation
Experience of Printed Wiring Board (PWB) design processes
Experience MIL-STD-1553, ethernet, RS-422 and other communication protocols
Experience of test equipment including signal generators, network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, and oscilloscopes
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.
NASA Access:
This position requires the ability to obtain access to a National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) facility.
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 spanet and business considerations.
Summary pay range: $119,850 – $162,150
Applications for this position will be accepted until Sept. 02, 2025
Export Control Requirements: 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
Education
Bachelors Degree or Equivalent Required
Relocation
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this 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. This position requires ability to obtain program access, for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship only.
Visa Sponsorship
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Shift
This position is for 1st shift
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.
