Overview
SLS Vehicle Lead Engineers (Mechanical Systems Design & Analysis) role at Boeing via Dice. Boeing is seeking Senior Mechanical Systems and Analysis Engineers to join our Space Launch Systems (SLS) team located in New Orleans, Louisiana and Kennedy Space Center, Florida, to serve as Vehicle Lead Engineers. This position provides leadership and guidance to shop floor engineering / technical execution teams and is critical for the efficient operation of flight hardware production and maintenance, with a focus on problem-solving and technical authority.
Position Responsibilities
- Serves as the primary technical authority on the shop floor for all hardware-related issues.
- Provide guidance and support to shop floor personnel (engineering and operations) in troubleshooting and resolving technical challenges.
- Utilizes advanced problem-solving skills to address a wide range of technical challenges during production and maintenance.
- Implements effective solutions that minimize downtime and enhance operational efficiency.
- Collaborates with the design engineering organization to interpret engineering drawings and provides clarification on engineering intent to mechanics, operations leaders, liaison / manufacturing / industrial engineering, quality, and program management.
- Determines the appropriate disposition of hardware and processes to ensure compliance with quality and safety standards.
- Works closely with cross-functional teams, including engineering, quality, and production, to facilitate rapid response and seamless operations.
- Communicates technical findings and recommendations clearly to all stakeholders.
- Identifies opportunities for process improvements and contributes to the development of best practices.
- Mentors and trains engineering personnel supporting production to enhance their technical skills and knowledge.
- Facilitates rapid execution of engineering drawing revisions in response to production builds by coordinating integrated research packages with liaison engineering for authority and final decision on changes.
Basic Qualifications (Required)
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.Typically, 14 or more years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience or non-US equivalent qualifications.Preferred Qualifications (Desirable)
Excellent verbal and written communications skills.Ability to effectively communicate at all levels of management, customers, and partners.Previous technical leadership experience.Ability to foster a safe, inclusive, transparent, and trustworthy work environment.Leadership skills to influence positive outcomes.Experience in leading, mentoring, and engaging individuals and teams.Ability to gain trust of team and stakeholders.Previous launch vehicle manufacturing experience (greater than 8 years).Other Details
This position is 100% onsite at one of the listed locations. The role requires compliance with export control requirements; therefore, a U.S. Person as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.15 is required.
relocation is offered based on candidate eligibility. This is a NASA safety-sensitive position and is subject to random drug and alcohol testing. Shift : 1st shift. Pay range and benefits are provided in accordance with location and qualifications, with a Senior / Lead level pay range around the posted figures. Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position. This position does not require a Security Clearance.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior levelEmployment type
Full-timeJob function
Engineering and Information TechnologyIndustries
Space / DefenseNote : This description preserves the core responsibilities and qualifications from the original while removing extraneous boilerplate and duplicative text. This job description is intended for posting and does not imply any guarantee of employment.
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