SLS Associate Chief Engineer - Propulsion

Boeing

79d • $138,550 - $187,450 • Onsite

About The Position

Boeing is seeking a SLS Associate Chief Engineer - Propulsion based out of the Kennedy Space Center site in Florida. As the SLS Propulsion Associate Chief Engineer, you will be at the forefront of human space exploration, providing crucial engineering leadership for NASA's Space Launch System—the rocket that will send astronauts to the Moon and eventually Mars. Reporting to the SLS Program Chief Engineer, you'll ensure the engineering technical integrity, safety, and quality for Propulsion sub-system(s) and components on the SLS Core Stage (CS) and Exploration Upper Stage (EUS). In this pivotal role, you will directly influence America's return to deep space exploration.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science
• 5+ years of experience in technical leadership
• 3+ years of experience in the aerospace industry
• 10+ years of experience with the design and development of propulsion systems and components

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree in engineering or related field
• Experience managing multiple technical projects simultaneously
• Leadership training and demonstrated success in team leadership
• Excellent communication skills with both technical and non-technical audiences
• Familiarity with NASA standards and processes
• Experience with large cryogenic liquid propellant main propulsion sub-systems and components

Responsibilities

• Oversight of the technical aspects of propulsion sub-system design, development, procurement/manufacture, integration, test, and launch operation support on SLS (CS and EUS)
• Solving complex engineering challenges that arise in the propulsion domain
• Provide technical subject matter expertise and technical guidance to propulsion sub-system IPT
• Establish and/or leverage engineering processes and design practices that ensure the highest quality and safety standards for human spaceflight
• Mentoring the next generation of aerospace engineers and technical leaders
• Directly support and partner with the SLS Propulsion and Core Stage IPTs in execution across the program lifecycle
• Establish a culture of proactive technical oversight, risk management, and rapid issue resolution
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams across supply chain, engineering, quality, and operations
• Champion comprehensive root cause and corrective action processes
• Prevent traveled technical risk and ensure that technical risks and issues are driven rapidly to closure
• Collaborate with cross-functional and program teams to identify and address propulsion sub-system and component related issues
• Provide technical guidance and support to propulsion sub-system and component engineering teams
• Implement and enforce engineering functional excellence in people, processes, tools, and practices
• Sponsor and support propulsion agenda topics at the SLS Program Engineering Review Board
• Represent the Office of the Chief Engineer in technical and programmatic reviews
• Mentor and coach propulsion IPT engineering managers, technical leads, and engineers

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Health savings accounts
• Retirement savings plans
• Life and disability insurance programs
• Paid and unpaid time away from work

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree