Test & Evaluation Engineer 2\3
Provide instrumentation support to Laboratory Test Operations NW as part of the Laboratory Instrumentation and Data Systems Capability. Support the development, design, operation and maintenance of instrumentation equipment for aerodynamic and propulsion wind tunnels, fuel test facilities, and Integrated Test Vehicle including setting up systems for data acquisition, control, flow visualization, and computing. Provide the oversight of instrumentation measurements and equipment maintenance. Initiate troubleshooting of equipment related problems. Conduct research in test technologies. Prioritize workload to assure the timely completion of customer objectives while insuring safe operations. Document operating procedures and maintaining instrumentation reference materials.
Competencies
General• Collaboration
Generally works effectively and cooperatively with work group members, direct supervisor, and occasionally members of others work groups; establishes and maintains good working relationships by helping people feel valued, appreciated, and included in discussions. Places higher priority on team and/or organization goals than on own goals. Normally offers to help work group members, direct supervisor, and occasionally members of others work groups when they need assistance.
• Customer Focus
Considers customers and their needs when performing and/or working with others on routine tasks; supports others and occasionally becomes directly involved in developing and sustaining customer relationships; assists more experienced employees in seeking information to understand customers' circumstances, problems, expectations, and needs; prepares information which more experienced employees will share with customers to build their understanding of issues and capabilities; considers how day-to-day actions or plans affect customers; responds quickly to help others address customer needs and resolve problems.
• Innovation
Generally identifies assumptions in the way problems or situations of moderate scope and complexity are defined or presented. Sees alternative ways to view or define problems; is not constrained by the thoughts or approaches of work group members or inter-organizational employees. Generally draws upon multiple and diverse sources (individuals, disciplines, bodies of knowledge) for ideas and inspiration. Combines ideas in unique ways or makes connections between disparate ideas; explores different lines of thought. Views situations from multiple perspectives; brainstorms multiple approaches/solutions. Examines some potential solutions and evaluates each before accepting any; targets important areas for innovation and develops solutions that address meaningful issues in own and other work areas.
• Work Standards
Strives to achieve a high level of quality, productivity, or service based on criteria established by supervisor/manager. Dedicates required time and energy to assignments or tasks to ensure that no aspect of the work is neglected; works to overcome obstacles to completing tasks or assignments. Accepts responsibility for outcomes (positive or negative) of one's work; admits mistakes and refocuses efforts when appropriate. Provides encouragement and support to others in accepting responsibility.
Technical• Test & Eval Mech/Elec Design
Basic - General understanding of mechanical and/or electrical design techniques (e.g., machine and mechanisms design, sheet metal design, equipment installation design, wire harness design, control systems design). Knowledge of computer aided design tools and systems (e.g., PSpice, AutoCAD, CATIA, Unigraphics).
Preferred - Complete knowledge of mechanical and/or electrical design techniques (e.g., machine and mechanisms design, sheet metal design, equipment installation design, wire harness design, control systems design). Knowledge of computer aided design tools and systems (e.g., PSpice, AutoCAD, CATIA, Unigraphics).
• Transducer & Sensor Selection
Basic - General understanding of transducer and sensor physics and the ability to make hardware selections appropriate to measure physical phenomena.
Preferred - Complete knowledge of transducer and sensor physics and the ability to make hardware selections appropriate to measure physical phenomena.
Basic Qualifications For ConsiderationDo you meet the criteria described in the 'Typical Education / Experience' section of this requisition?
Do you have experience with instrumentation, computing, data acquisition, and/or control systems?
Typical Education/Experience
Level 2 - Degree and typical experience in engineering classification: Bachelor's and 2 or more years' experience or a Master's degree with experience. Bachelor, Master or Doctorate of Science degree from an accredited course of study, in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry. ABET is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard. Level 3 - Degree and typical experience in engineering classification: Bachelor's and 5 or more years' experience, Master's degree with 3 or more years' experience or PhD degree with experience. Bachelor, Master or Doctorate of Science degree from an accredited course of study, in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry. ABET is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.
Other Job related information
This is for multiple positions within Laboratory Instrumentation and Data Systems organization, with openings supporting the Aero/Noise/Propulsion Laboratory (ANP) and the Systems Integration and Test Laboratory (SITL). The selected candidate should have strong technical, people and planning skills. Understand the concept of providing measured data that is traceable to a standard. Work well in a team environment with members from a broad range of organizations. The candidate will provide regular and effective coordination with lab users, customers, peers and local management. Must have an enthusiasm for developing new techniques. The job requires strong organizational skills plus the desire to continuously learn and improve in a team environment are essential. Ability to understand engineering documentation and drawings are required. Must be willing to occasionally work second, third or extended shifts. Must be willing to travel, if required.
- Business Unit Engineering Ops & Tech
- Division Boeing Test & Evaluation
- Program Test Support Operations (Tso)
- Job Type Non-Management
- Experience Level Career/Experienced
- US Person Status Required? Yes
Closing Date: 02/14/2012
