Chief Engineer (Lead) – Space Vehicle

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Chief Engineer (Lead) – Space Vehicle Company: The Boeing Company The Boeing Space & Mission Systems (SMS), Chief Engineering Department is seeking a Program Chief Engineer (Lead). This role plays a critical leadership role across multiple proprietary Space Mission Systems (SMS) satellite programs assuring quality engineering in design, build, delivery, issue and risk management of space systems. This chief engineering position sets the vision and implements the strategies for creating an engineering center of excellence for a future proprietary portfolio of satellite products. National Programs is a portfolio of classified programs within Boeing Space Mission Systems within Boeing Space, Intelligence & Weapon Systems. We are looking to hire a program Chief Engineer to support programs in this portfolio of programs. The program chief engineer will assure all technical aspects of a space program are executed properly including product definition, validation, software and systems engineering, design integration, test and evaluation, and certification for the Boeing team and all associated supplier work content. The Program Chief Engineer will also develop multi-disciplined skills, model-based tools, and standardized processes to deliver engineering for Space products through the lifecycle of the programs. The program chief engineers will also be direct reports to the National Programs Chief Engineer. This position will be a Chief Engineer developing a new space vehicle variant that will be used across multiple programs in the National Programs Portfolio. The position will work with multiple capabilities including power, attitude control, thermal, communications, survivability, mechanical design, propulsion, launch and mission payload interfaces to make an affordable electromagnetic quiet space vehicle. Position Responsibilities: Provides the Engineering leadership to a team representing multiple skill areas, which may include internal and external resources and customers. Develops statement of work (SOW) to satisfy research and development, ongoing and new business requirements. Develops new and follow on concepts that will expand product or services lines. Anticipates change and organizes processes and resources to proactively respond. Identifies performance metrics and ensures that work and project breakdown structure (WBS/PBS), schedule and resource loading is completed by the team. Develops and communicates responsibility authority accountability (RAA) to define team members' roles and responsibilities. Develops, maintains and distributes team organization chart as needed. Leads project execution to complete the work statement. Identifies performance metrics. Plans, identifies and coordinates resources required over the life of the project or program. Incorporates lessons learned into strategic process improvements. Prepares and presents outcomes, assessments and corrective action initiatives to Boeing management. Works independently. This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at the El Segundo, CA location. Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience): This position requires the ability to obtain a Tier 5 (T5), formerly known as a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) - Current Post-Start, and requires ability to obtain program access, for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship only. 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. 9 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience. 5+ years of experience with space based products. Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills / Experience): Current Tier 5 security investigation or active DoD Top Secret / SCI clearance. Experience leading multi-disciplinary engineering teams. Strong Communication, Adaptability, Decision Making, Customer Focus, Integrated Systems, Engineering Analysis, and Requirements/Tracing skillset. Experience designing and delivering space systems or products. Conflict of Interest: Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process. 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. Relocation: This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility. Note: Basic relocation will be offered for eligible internal candidates. Pay & Benefits: 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 (Lead – Level 4): $146,200 - $197,800 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 the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. A current Tier 5(T5), formerly known as a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) (U.S. Citizenship required) or requires candidate agreed to enter a Continuous Evaluation program Post-Start is required. Visa Sponsorship: Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status. Contingent Upon Award Program The position is contingent upon program award Shift: Shift 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 Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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