C-17 Mechanical Design Engineer - Landing Gear (Mid-Level)
About The Position
The Boeing Company is hiring a Mid-Level Mechanical System Design & Analysis Engineer for the C-17 Sustainment Program in Long Beach, California. The role supports the C-17 military cargo aircraft fleet and focuses on developing and maintaining aircraft mechanical systems, with particular emphasis on landing gear. Other systems in scope include hydraulics, flight control actuators, environmental control, fuel, and cargo handling. The successful candidate will perform systems integration, create assembly and installation drawings, conduct basic related analyses, and resolve technical problems. The position calls for self-motivation, communication skills, customer focus, and leadership skills or leadership potential. The role also involves coordinating with maintenance, operations, engineering teams, customers, suppliers, and regulatory agencies to support aircraft sustainment and communicate engineering information. The position is based in Long Beach, California, and is Shift 1. It is not contingent upon program award and does not require a security clearance. Applicants must meet U.S. export control requirements as a U.S. Person. The employer will not sponsor employment visas. Relocation assistance is not negotiable. Successful candidates must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest assessment process. This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, focused on Mechanical, Civil, Aerospace, Aeronautical, or Material Sciences.
- At least 3 years of experience with aircraft mechanical systems design, production, fleet support, or sustaining engineering.
- At least 3 years of experience working with internal and external customers.
- At least 3 years of experience demonstrating creative and critical thinking and troubleshooting skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Self-motivation and customer focus.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with the C-17 or other military aircraft.
- Ability to present complex issues and solutions to the Air Force customer verbally and in writing.
- Demonstrated leadership qualities and ability to follow through.
- Skill in Unigraphics NX modeling and the Teamcenter drawing release system.
- Skill in drafting Time Compliance Technical Orders for aircraft in-service changes and inspections.
- Engineering experience level sufficient to obtain Design Engineering Authority to approve waivers, non-conformance corrective actions, and rework.
- Engineering experience level sufficient to obtain Design Approval Engineer authority to approve designs.
- Technical Lead Engineer experience or ability to obtain certification for that role.
- Familiarity with Boeing's procurement system.
Responsibilities
- Lead the design and analysis of landing gear components and systems, ensuring compliance with C-17 performance, safety, and regulatory standards.
- Use engineering analysis tools and software, including FEA and CAD software, to evaluate structural designs and assess how design changes affect aircraft performance and safety.
- Conduct root cause analysis of landing gear system issues and develop and implement corrective actions and design modifications as needed.
- Collaborate with maintenance, operations, and other engineering teams to provide technical support and guidance on landing gear sustainment challenges.
- Develop and review engineering documentation, including specifications, design reports, and test plans, ensuring compliance with regulatory and safety standards.
- Interface with customers, suppliers, and regulatory agencies to communicate engineering findings, project status, and technical recommendations.
- Stay current with industry trends, technologies, and best practices related to aerospace mechanical design and landing gear systems.
- Perform systems integration, create assembly and installation drawings, conduct related analyses, and resolve technical problems.
- Build strong customer relationships and provide customer-focused support.
Benefits
- Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and programs providing paid and unpaid time away from work.
- Competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
