Gimbal IPT Lead Systems Engineer - Patriot Advanced Capability (PAC-3)

Gimbal IPT Lead Systems Engineer - Patriot Advanced Capability (PAC-3)

Company:

The Boeing Company

The Boeing PAC-3 program is seeking a highly skilled and experience Lead Systems Engineer (LSE) to join our Gimbal Assembly Integrated Product Team (IPT). As the LSE for the Gimbal IPT, you will work closely with a multidisciplinary team of engineers to ensure the successful design and manufacturing of the Gimbal to meet the performance, reliability, and safety requirements of the seeker system. The LSE will be responsible for development and adherence of the Gimbal requirements and the interfaces of the Gimbal with the rest of the Seeker system. The Boeing PAC-3 program is producing seekers everyday as well as developing a new design of the seeker and looking for a highly skilled and experienced Lead Systems Engineer for our Gimbal IPT! This position is located at the Boeing Jetplex facility in Huntsville, AL

Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) Patriot Advanced Capability (PAC-3) program is an air-defense missile system designed to counter tactical ballistic missiles, cruise missiles, and advanced aircraft where Boeing is the original engineering manufacturer of the seeker. Boeing’s seekers provide active data to the PAC-3 missile which enables it to acquire, intercept and destroy threats using hit-to-kill technology. The PAC-3 Seeker team is a cross functional, highly skilled, motivated group embracing the beliefs that focused safety, execution, LEAN manufacturing and business practices will secure our future and well-being, driving our product to be the seeker of choice for the PAC-3 program and future generations of weapon systems.

Position Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with system requirements and specifications of the design and development of the Gimbal subsystem for the PAC-3 missile seeker

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including electrical, mechanical, and software engineers, to integrate the power assembly into the overall missile seeker system

• Define and document the gimbal's architecture, interfaces, and operational characteristics

• Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, regulations, and safety guidelines in the design and implementation of the gimble assembly

• Designs or develops, maintains, and identifies improvements for the planning, organization, implementation and monitoring of requirements management processes, tools, risk, issues, opportunity management and technology readiness assessment processes

• Support test plans and procedure development to verify the functionality and performance of the gimbal subsystem

• Support the troubleshooting and resolution of any technical issues or anomalies related to the gimbal during development, integration, manufacturing, and testing phases

• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers working on the gimbal subsystem

• Collaborate with project managers to establish project schedules, milestones, and deliverables related to the gimbal

• Stay updated with the latest advancements in gimbal assembly technologies, industry trends, and best practices, and apply this knowledge to enhance the performance and capabilities of our missile seeker system

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This position is expected to be 100% onsite.  The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at the listed location.

This position requires an active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active) 
 

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement

• Proven experience (5+) years in design and development of gimbal assemblies for missile seekers or similar precision tracking systems

• Proven system engineering experience including architecture and interface development and definition and requirement derivation

• Familiarity with industry standards and regulations related to missile seeker systems

• Experience coordinating across multidisciplinary engineering teams

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Strong knowledge of mechanical design principles, control systems, and electro-optical technologies relevant to gimbal assemblies

• Proficiency in using engineering software tools for modeling, simulation, and analysis (e.g., CAD, FEA, MATLAB, etc.)

• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and techniques for precision mechanical components

• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to analyze complex systems and troubleshoot technical issues

• Experience mentoring early career engineers

Conflict of Interest:

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
 

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Shift:

This is a 1st shift position.

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.

Total Rewards & Pay Transparency:
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 market and business considerations.  

Summary pay range:

Level 3: $112,200 - $151,800

Level 4: $136,850 - $185,150

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Export Control Requirement:

This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Safety Sensitive:

This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.

Security Clearance:

This position requires an active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)

Visa Sponsorship:

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program

This position is not contingent upon program award

Shift:

Shift 1 (United States of America)

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