Structures Design Engineer (Entry-level or Associate)

Boeing • El Segundo, CA

241d • $68,850 - $93,150

About The Position

The Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) team is seeking an Entry-level or Associate Structures Design Engineer (Tooling Engineer) located in El Segundo, CA. The selected candidate will be responsible for assisting in the development/maintenance of and modification of spacecraft structures/payload systems and component design. Competencies needed for this role include Adaptability, Collaboration, Communication, Customer Focus, Innovation and Engineering Judgment.

Requirements

• 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.

Nice To Haves

• 1+ years of experience developing 3D CAD models and/or drawings.
• Bachelor's degree or higher in engineering.
• 1+ years of experience using Creo.
• 1+ years of applied experience in developing and providing instruction of technical documentation and training material for Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• 1+ years of experience with Platform Structures or Subsystems design, integration and/or analysis experience.
• 1+ years of experience working with cross-functional or cross-organizational teams to develop and/or support IT project plans and schedules.
• Experience working within a fast-paced team environment which required strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with documentation of structural and payload system requirements to establish the primary structures system design and basic part analysis for satellite product lines including primary structures, deployable structures and antenna/feed/horn structures and assemblies.
• Assist with development, maintenance and modification of structures/payload system and component designs, using 3-D Computer Aided Design tools (PTC Creo, CreoView, Creo-Simulate), Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T - ASME Y14.5M) standards and/or other design methods.
• Assist with tests to validate and verify systems and components meet requirements and specifications.
• Assist with management of supplier development, test and production activities to optimize the design and achieve program goals.
• Assist in basic information search or development of a single aspect of a specific functional and physical requirements by reviewing previous designs/lessons learned, regulatory requirements, customer specifications, and/or contracts.
• Assist in the preparation of preliminary design with layouts, sketches, preliminary strength analysis to support trade studies.
• Actively seeks learning opportunities, participates in training, and studies Boeing processes and procedures to increase personal knowledge and understanding of project management.
• Prepare and document designs using accepted design practices to meet requirements and objectives in support of product certification and delivery, with direction.
• Under direct guidance, support the evaluation and resolution of production and service issues.
• Assist in refining the design configuration by following regulatory and company approved processes and procedures.
• Support management of the engineering project by providing status and following the project plan.
• Assist in supporting proposal preparation and new business development efforts.
• Assist in developing tools, techniques and products in response to gaps in technology road maps, and technology needs.
• Assist in creating plans, schedules, and procedures for tests of structural components and systems.
• Support testing (e.g. environmental simulations, functional and qualification tests).

Benefits

• Competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
• Health insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Health savings accounts.
• Retirement savings plans.
• Life and disability insurance programs.
• Programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

What This Job Offers

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