Lead Electrical Engineer

at  Boeing

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We are Boeing Global Services (BGS) Engineering team creating and implementing innovative technologies that make the impossible possible and enabling the future of aerospace. We provide engineering design and support, including aftermarket modifications, and are innovating to make product and services safety even stronger. Join us and put your passion, determination, and skill to work building the future! #TheFutureIsBuiltHere #ChangeTheWorld
Boeing Global Services (BGS) is seeking a talented and motivated Lead Electrical Engineer to join our Commercial Modifications Engineering team in Long Beach, California. In this role, you will play a crucial part in the development and maintenance of electrical product details, assembly, and installation designs for a diverse range of commercial aircraft, from the McDonnell Douglas MD series to the state-of-the-art Boeing 777X.
In this dynamic position, you will leverage your expertise to design and implement electrical installation solutions that enhance aircraft capabilities and operational efficiency. You will work on projects that involve retrofitting existing aircraft with advanced connectivity systems, optimizing electrical layouts, and ensuring seamless integration of new technologies. Your contributions will directly impact the performance and reliability of aircraft, enabling our customers to maintain competitive advantages in the aviation market.
In addition to technical responsibilities, you will have the opportunity to engage with customers, understanding their unique operational challenges and providing tailored solutions that enhance their fleet’s capabilities. This customer-centric approach is essential in fostering long-term relationships and ensuring customer satisfaction.
Occasional travel (10%) may be required in support of the program and customer.
As part of the BGS team, you will be at the forefront of innovation in the aerospace industry, working on projects that not only improve existing aircraft but also pave the way for future advancements in aviation technology. Your work will contribute to the overall mission of Boeing to connect, protect, explore, and inspire, making a meaningful impact on the future of commercial aviation. We are a team of fast-paced and eager engineers; skilled scientists and thinkers; bold innovators willing to push boundaries. Join us and be part of the team that will change the future of aerospace as we now know it.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):

• 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
• 12+ years’ experience in the aerospace industry
• Ability to travel 10% of the time

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):

Analytical Skills (Technical)

• Skill and ability to: collect, organize, synthesize, and analyze data; summarize findings; develop conclusions and recommendations from appropriate data sources

Certification & Qualification

• Knowledge of verification, validation, certification and qualification processes and procedures (e.g. DO-160 and D6 requirements), including knowledge of governing regulations and compliance requirements. Ability to assess and document test or analysis data to show compliance

• Oversee the creation and maintenance of detailed designs for cable and wire harness assemblies, providing technical guidance to junior engineers
• Conduct in-depth analysis of design results and perform comprehensive design reviews, ensuring alignment with operational and functional requirements
• Provides guidance in engineering design disposition on discrepancies
• Provides direction used by multiple teams to develop complex statements of work, metrics, schedules and budgets
• Defines processes, specifications and procedures that support the design and manufacture of electrical commodities
• Works with customers and suppliers to develop and document complex electronic and electrical system requirements
• Provides direction used by multiple teams to analyze complex results and performs design reviews
• Review supplier technical data to ensure system integration and compliance with requirements
• Mentor and develop junior engineers, sharing your knowledge and expertise to cultivate a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the team
• Provide in-service technical support and troubleshooting to airlines and modification sites
• Engage in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance design efficiency and effectiveness