Propulsion Engineer (Associate or Experienced)

The Propulsion Engineer will perform propulsion system qualification support and analysis as part of a larger flight science team within Boeing Defense, Space & Security. The role involves defining requirements for propulsion systems, developing specifications and architectural concepts, configuring sub-systems and components, and using testing and simulation tools to estimate system performance. The engineer will support certification tests, review qualification documentation, assist with ground and flight test planning, and develop concepts for future propulsion systems. This position is based in the St. Louis, MO region and supports a variety of programs including fighter aircraft, unmanned aircraft, and missiles/weapons systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform propulsion system support and analysis, as part of a larger flight science team
• Define requirements for propulsion systems, auxiliary power systems and air breathing systems.
• Define, coordinate and control the functional and physical interfaces between the propulsion system and vehicle.
• Develop specifications and architectural and configuration concepts for associated vehicle systems to meet customer and regulatory requirements.
• Configure/design propulsion sub-systems and components to meet all vehicle design and performance criteria.
• Use various testing, analysis, modeling and simulation tools to estimate or calculate system performance.
• Support definition and performance of certification tests for propulsion sub-systems and components.
• Review, processing and approval of engine and component qualification documentation
• Assist with propulsion ground and flight test planning
• Develop concepts for future propulsion systems to meet anticipated requirements.
• Vendor management and coordination

Requirements

• 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
• 2+ years work-related experience with a Bachelors degree OR an equivalent combination of work-related experience and technical education.
• Willing to travel at least 10% of the time

Nice to have

• (Level 3) 5+ years work-related experience with a Bachelors degree OR an equivalent combination of work-related experience and technical education.
• Active Secret or Top Secret Clearance
• Propulsion ground and flight test experience
• Experience with jet engines and/or air breathing propulsion operation fundamentals
• Propulsion analysis, integration design, system installation, or support experience
• Propulsion system certification or qualification experience
• 3D modelling, NX, Unigraphics

Benefits

• The Boeing 401(k) helps you save for your future, with contributions from Boeing that can help you grow your retirement savings. Our best-in-class retirement benefit features:
• Best in class 401(k) plan: we'll match your contributions dollar for dollar, up to 10% of eligible pay with Immediate 100% vesting
• Student Loan Match: The Boeing 401(k) Student Loan Match allows eligible enrolled U.S. employees to have their qualified student loan debt payments counted, along with any match-eligible contributions they make, for purposes of determining the Company Match to employees' Boeing 401(k) accounts.
• 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.