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Focus for this position will be developing and maintaining aircraft mechanical systems such as hydraulics, flight control actuators, landing gear, environmental control, fuel and cargo handling.\nThe successful candidate has an ability to perform systems integration; create assembly and installation drawings, perform basic related analyses and resolve technical problems. This position requires someone that is self-motivated, has leadership skills/lead potential and has good communication skills (verbal and written). This position requires someone that is customer focused with the ability to focus on building strong customer relationships.\nPosition Responsibilities:\nDevelops and maintains mechanical systems drawings and specifications\nSupports analysis and design reviews\nFollows documented processes, specifications and procedures that support the design and manufacture of mechanical system commodities\nPerforms technical review of supplier capabilities to facilitate source selection\nSupports the sustainment, development, and documentation of aircraft systems, primarily mechanical system design (will include interacting directly with USAF customer, Field Engineers, and C-17 aircraft)\nPerforms root cause analysis for field issues, provides corrective actions, and communicates with USAF customers (including presentations)\nGuide/mentor engineers in design decisions and design/solution presentations\nOccasional travel to supply chain locations and military bases\nDemonstrated ability to lead small teams in establishing goals and managing projects\nAbility to work multiple tasks concurrently in a time-constrained environment. Skilled in dispositioning customer support requests such as Service Reports, Design Deficiency/Material Improvement Projects and Crisis Management Team actions\nDemonstrate adaptability in accepting assignments outside normal duties as required\nBasic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):\nBachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus on Mechanical, Civil, Aerospace Aeronautical or Material Sciences)\n3+ years’ experience with aircraft mechanical systems design, production, fleet support, or sustaining engineering\n3+ years’ experience working with internal and external customers\n3+ years’ experience demonstrating creative, critical thinking and troubleshooting skills.\nPreferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):\n5+ years of higher education and/or related work experience (Higher education includes college, university, technical school, licensing/certification programs, etc.)\nC-17 or other military aircraft experience\nSkilled in presenting complex issues and solutions to the Air Force customer in both verbal and written forms\nDemonstrated leadership qualities and ability to follow through\nSkilled in Unigraphics NX modeling and Teamcenter drawing release system\nSkilled in drafting Time Compliance Technical Orders for aircraft in service changes and inspections\nDemonstrated engineering experience level to obtain Design Engineering Authority to approve waivers, non-conformance corrective actions and rework\nDemonstrated engineering experience level to obtain Design Approval Engineer authority to approve designs\nTechnical Lead Engineer or ability to obtain certification for that role\nVersed in Boeing procurement system\nConflict of Interest:\nSuccessful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.\nDrug Free Workplace:\nBoeing 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.\nPay & Benefits:\nAt 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.\nThe 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.\nThe 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.\nPay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.\nSummary pay range (Mid Level): 111,350 - 150,650\nSummary pay range (Senior): 135,150 - 182,850\nLanguage Requirements:\nNot ApplicableEducation:\nNot ApplicableRelocation:\nRelocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.Export Control Requirement:\nThis 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:\nThis is not a Safety Sensitive Position.Security Clearance:\nThis position does not require a Security Clearance.Visa Sponsorship:\nEmployer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.Contingent Upon Award Program\nThis position is not contingent upon program awardShift:\nShift 1 (United States of America)Stay safe from recruitment fraud! The only way to apply for a position at Boeing is via our Careers website. Learn how to protect yourself from recruitment fraud - Recruitment Fraud Warning\nBoeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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