Entry Level Propulsion Engineer jobs in United States
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Boeing · 1 day ago

Entry Level Propulsion Engineer

The Boeing Company is seeking a motivated Entry Level Propulsion Engineer to join their dynamic team in Huntsville, AL. This role involves advancing propulsion technologies for the Space Launch Systems program and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure quality and performance in propulsion components and subsystems.

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Responsibilities

Assists in the definition of requirements for propulsion system components used in vehicle cryogenic fuel / oxidizer, bi-prop / mono-prop, pneumatic, hydraulic or pyrotechnic systems
Assists in defining, coordinating and controlling the functional and physical interfaces between the components within the propulsion system
Assists in developing and maintaining envelope drawings (EDs) / component specifications for associated vehicle components to meet customer and regulatory requirements Includes processing of engineering changes and subsequent documentation updates (e.g. releasing Engineering Orders (EOs) or ED revisions, etc.)
Documents configurations and designs of propulsion components. Assists in the development of rationale needed to make sound technical decisions regarding component design and development
Assists in using various testing, analysis, modeling and simulation tools to estimate or calculate component performance
Assists in the performance of propulsion component qualification / certification testing
Assists in supporting fielded components to assure continued reliability and airworthiness
Assists in identifying and managing propulsion risks, issues, and opportunities: assists in development of executable mitigation/capture plans, assists in estimating cost and schedule impact, updates risk tracking system (e.g. BORIS) and communicates to propulsion RIO Control Board
Assists in developing and maintaining Supplier Statements of Work (SSOW) for programs developing vehicle components to meet customer and regulatory requirements
Assist in technical evaluations of supplier proposals and coordinate with supplier management and cost account management to develop budgets for supplier efforts
Assists in component failure investigations and non-conformance closures through Material Review Board (MRB) and other internal and customer boards. This includes component issues that emerge at the supplier and/or the vehicle production facility (e.g. MAF). Coordinate with Boeing Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and other Integrated Product Team (IPT) members as needed to resolve issue
Assists with execution of technical interchange meetings and component reviews. For example: supplier requirements review (SRR), design reviews (PDR / CDR), acceptance reviews, test readiness reviews (TRR), production readiness reviews (PRR)
Assists with the review of supplier data requirement list (SDRL) items and engineering drawings to ensure design and requirement compliance
Assist with regular (e.g. weekly) technical coordination meetings with Propulsion IPT leadership, other Boeing groups / leaders, suppliers, and customers. Includes reporting component status / issues to internal leadership and customer on a regular basis. Assist Cost Account Managers in program baseline status weekly updates as needed
Works under Technical Lead Engineer’s (TLE's) guidance
Support and coordinate work scope with other engineers assigned
Work under close to general supervision, demonstrating a willingness to learn and apply sound engineering judgment
Ability to travel up to 10% of the time

Qualification

Propulsion system designCAD softwareAnalytical skillsRocket engine fundamentalsTeam collaborationInternship experienceExperience in aerospaceEffective communicationProblem-solving skills

Required

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
Understanding of propulsion system design principles and rocket engine fundamentals
Experience with CAD software and engineering design tools
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

Preferred

Internship or co-op experience in propulsion system design, rocket engineering, or related aerospace fields
Experience working on propulsion systems to include cryogenic & pneumatic delivery systems
Experience in space, launch vehicle, and/or aircraft programs
Experience in NASA Space programs or a related Space or Defense program

Benefits

Health insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Health savings accounts
Retirement savings plans
Life and disability insurance programs
Programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work

Company

Boeing offers commercial, defense airplanes, space, security systems, and global services.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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CJ Nothum
CEO & Executive Communications, Senior Manager
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Colton Engelke
CEO and Executive Communications
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