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Boeing · 8 hours ago

Lead Propulsion Engineer

USA - Redmond, WA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$146K/yr - $198K/yr

9+ years exp

The Boeing Company, specifically its Defense, Space, and Security (BDS) division, is seeking a motivated Lead Propulsion Engineer to support key suppliers for the Starliner program in Redmond, WA. This role involves leading the definition and development of propulsion systems and ensuring effective communication between suppliers and the Boeing propulsion teams.

AerospaceIndustrial

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Leads definition of requirements for propulsion systems, auxiliary power systems and vehicle fuel and tank systems

Leads definition, coordination and control of the functional and physical interfaces between the propulsion system and the vehicle

Leads development of specifications and architectural and configuration concepts for associated vehicle systems to meet customer and regulatory requirements

Leads configuration and design of propulsion sub-systems and components to meet all vehicle design and performance criteria

Leads the use of various testing, analysis, modeling and simulation tools to estimate or calculate system performance

Leads the definition and performance of certification tests for propulsion sub-systems and components

Leads support of fielded systems by developing responses to customer queries and providing technical recommendations

Leads development of concepts for future propulsion systems to meet anticipated requirements

Works under minimal direction

Qualification

Spaceflight propulsion systemsComponent qualification testingMatlab ProficiencyTransient Analysis CapabilitySubsystem Test DesignTrust building with stakeholdersLaunch vehicle manufacturing experienceCommunication skills

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

Experience in the design, development, and integration of spaceflight propulsion systems

Previous experience with component qualification test campaigns and system certification supporting NASA programs