Associate Field Engineer - CHS

Job Description

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At Boeing, the BGS teams in JB Charleston, SC, are seeking an Electronic and Electrical Design and Analysis Engineer to become part of C-17 Engineering Team in JB Charleston, SC.

The selected candidate will provide embedded USAF Field and Product Review Engineering support. This position performs and represents Boeing C-17 Engineering as an integral part of a multi-disciplined team in conjunction with the C-17 GLOBEMASTER 3 SUSTAINMENT CONTRACT (G3).

Our teams are currently hiring for multiple experience levels including Career and Expert Level for the EE Field Engineer-CHS.

Position Responsibilities:

• Apply knowledge of Boeing C-17 design and engineering principles to assess and resolve operational issues through the aircraft's lifecycle
• Apply engineering principles and experience to research technical, operational, and quality issues that cannot be resolved by the customer
• Develop and release interim and permanent engineering dispositions to ensure aircraft airworthiness and overall operational safety and effectiveness
• Use innovative approaches and unique applications to solve complex nonconforming conditions.
• Identify, document, and analyze reported problems and communicate deviations that could impact design intent and safety.
• Provide design phase subject matter expertise by supporting Integrated Product Teams (IPT) and participating in design reviews.
• Coordinate activities for on-site disabled aircraft repair / recovery teams, safety or accident investigation boards, and aircraft maintenance recovery teams.
• Develop customer correspondence for continued safe operation and maintenance of equipment.
• Develop and implement technical training curriculum for internal and external customers.
• Develop and implement product / process improvements.
• This is a technical position at a USAF base requiring independence and technical acumen.
• Travel to other operating locations to assist with operation, maintenance, and recovery of aircraft may be required.
• Repair and troubleshoot aircraft electrical, electronic, and avionics systems with MIL-STD-1553B and ARINC 429 data bus architecture.
• Frequent interaction with Active Military personnel.
• Perform all cyber security functions located on location.
• Interaction with C-17 SPO engineering personnel (all levels).
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communications skills
• Experience with data analytics and various methods
• Strong customer focus (both external and internal).
• A collaborator and innovator.
• Have a "can-do" attitude and the ability to work on multiple tasks when under pressure
• Flexible approach to resolving competing demands without compromising technical or programmer integrity
• The ability to analyze data, and data management
• Able to work overtime and work a flexible schedule including but not limited to a possible rotating weekend coverage schedule
• Able to work in high tempo environment.
• Must be willing to work any shift
• Must be able to function in a demanding on-call, around-the-clock environment

This position requires an active U.S. SECRET Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months, is considered active.

Travel:

• Ability to travel 20 to 30% to support aircraft emergent issues or recovery for a few days to a few weeks and/or working groups and events.
• Travel to other C-17 Depot or Operational base locations may be required.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor of Science degree or higher in Engineering.
• 5+ years' experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• 3+ years' experience working in an engineering classification.
• 3+ years' experience in electrical systems design and analysis.
• 3+ years' experience working with Test Readiness Reviews, Design Reviews and/or Technical Working Groups.
• 3+ years' experience in Integration and Test.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• 9+ years' experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• 3+ years C-17 Technical experience
• Ability to work in a wide variety of cultural / economic environments.
• Must possess or be able to obtain a Cyber Security + certification.

Typical Education & Experience:

For the Career (Level 3):

• Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (including manufacturing engineering technology), computer science, engineering data science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 5 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience or non-US equivalent qualifications. In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.

For the Expert (Level 4):

• Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), computer science, engineering data science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 9 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience or non-US equivalent qualifications. In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Shift Work:

This position is for 1st shift.

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 are met as outlined in our policies.

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 several 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 for Level 3: 112,200 - 151,800

Summary Pay Range for Level 4: 136,850 - 185,150

Applications for this position will be accepted until Mar. 25, 2026

Export Control Requirements:

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.

Export Control Details:

US based job, US Person required

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Security Clearance

This position requires an active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift

Contingent Upon Program Reward

The position is contingent upon program award

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.