P 8A Aircrew Training Systems Engineering 1 Job in Saint Louis, Missouri Us
P 8A Aircrew Training Systems Engineering 1
Location Saint Louis, MO
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Position Description
Training Systems Services has an opening for an entry-level systems engineer to support the P-8A Aircrew Training System Program. Selected individual will be required to work across functional teams to assist in identifying and managing changes that affect the P-8A Training System Program. Specific tasks include assisting in the following: monitor and coordinate aircraft systems changes and define trainer system impacts; coordinate and manage P-8A training system-of-systems operation and ensure implementation and documentation of a complete solution to meet the customer's operational needs; and work across functions to ensure that all operational requirements of the P-8A training system are accounted for and developed for delivery to the customer.
Applicant must be able to learn Boeing tools and processes associated with requirements management and design disclosure. The successful applicant will gain experience in customer communications and coordination among varied disciplines. Applicants should possess the ability to learn aircraft system functionality and operation, inclusive of aircraft operations and performance. The successful applicant will gain experience in the systems engineering discipline and its application. P-3A or P-8A aircrew-related familiarity is a plus. Familiarity with the field of simulation, particularly pilot simulators/trainers is desired.
Competencies
General
[ + ] Communication
Makes an effort to clarify purpose and importance; stresses major points; follows a logical sequence. Tries to keep the audience engaged through use of techniques such as analogies, illustrations, humor, an appealing style, body language, and voice inflection. With guidance from others frames messages in line with audience experience, background, and expectations; tries to use terms, examples, and analogies that are meaningful to the audience. Occasionally seeks input from audience; checks understanding; tries to present message in different ways to enhance understanding. Uses syntax, pace, volume, diction, and mechanics appropriate to the media being used. Interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; at times requires guidance from others on how to respond.
[ + ] Customer Focus
Understands customers and their needs and considers such factors in the completion of day-to-day job tasks and responsibilities; supports more experienced employees as required to develop and sustain productive customer relationships; uses available information to understand customer related circumstances, problems, and needs; considers how day-to-day actions will affect customers; responds quickly to help more experienced employees meet customer needs and resolve problems.
[ + ] Systems Thinking
Gains understanding of job tasks and processes and how they contribute to meeting work group objective(s). Identifies non-value-adding tasks and alerts more experienced employees for possible improvements. Participates in changes to job/role structures and processes as directed by supervisor.
Technical
[ + ] Analysis/Design Optimization
Basic ability to evaluate complex vehicles and systems from a multitude of perspectives. Includes the ability to apply figures of merit and integrated optimization tools. Ability to perform multi-disciplinary trade studies to evaluate configuration alternatives for functional and spatial integration.
[ + ] Analytical Skills
Skill and ability to: collect, organize, synthesize, and analyze data; summarize findings; develop conclusions and recommendations from appropriate data sources.
[ + ] Customer/Supplier Knowledge
Basic knowledge of customer's/supplier's organization, processes, policies and procedures, products, requirements, capabilities, practices, support resources, preferences, constraints, etc.
[ + ] Domain Specific Knowledge
Basic knowledge of engineering discipline(s) (e.g., electrical, mechanical, software engineering) applied to product related systems (e.g., aircraft, avionics, propulsion, spacecraft, information/ communication systems) throughout the product development life cycle, from concept development to deployment.
[ + ] Integrated Systems
Basic knowledge of design, improvement, and installation of integrated systems of people, materials, equipment, and methods.
[ + ] Tech Risk Mgmt Perf Measure
Basic ability to identify risk, establish design constraints, and evaluate trade space.
Basic Qualifications For Consideration
Do you meet the criteria described in the "Typical Education / Experience section" of this requisition?
Typical Education/Experience
Bachelor, Master or Doctorate of Science degree from an accredited course of study, in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry. ABET is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.
Other Job related information
Closing Date: 02/06/2012about closing dates
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