Job Abstract

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. From the seabed to outer space, you can contribute to work that matters with a company where diversity, equity and inclusion are shared values. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Spectrolab, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of The Boeing Company, seeks an Associate or Mid-level System Test Engineer to join our Test and Evaluation Engineering team in Sylmar, CA to participate in define, develop, qualify, implement, and maintain activity of next generation test and inspection software and protocols for solar cells, solar cell assemblies, solar panels, and arrays consistent with customer and program requirements as well as lean, DFMAT, and cost reduction objectives.

Position Responsibilities:

• Support inspection and test of bare cells, subassemblies, panels, and arrays.
• Prepare new test system and software design review documents and validation plans and reports.  Make effective presentations to internal Technology Change Review Board and customers.
• Generate test procedures, and develop, maintain, and update test software.
• Work with tooling engineers to design appropriate test support fixtures.
• Translate customer specifications and manufacturing drawings into documentation for efficient test execution to validate conformance to performance requirements.
• Provide timely resolution of test execution issues and coordinate with test operations leads as required to ensure technicians are properly trained on new test methodologies and equipment.
• Conduct Test and Equipment Readiness Reviews for both internal and external customers and coordinate with suppliers as needed to generate data to support reviews.
• Participate in troubleshooting and interpreting of test results and in DFMAT reviews.
• Participate in root cause analyses and corrective action implementation efforts to resolve test execution or equipment issues.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement or breakthrough new test procedures and systems to improve quality, reduce cost, or provide other market advantage.
• Provide technical support to marketing, suppliers, and customers.
• Develop and maintain software to support command and control functionality for airborne searchlight and gimbal systems.  Implement automation of production processes.  Participate in data collection for product build, characterization, inspection, and test for both Solar Products and Illumination Systems product lines.
• Participate in factory automation, PCB/PCBA design, or MOVPE/wafer process improvement and issue resolution efforts.

This position is expected to be fully onsite in Sylmar, CA.

The position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a “US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 is required. “US Person” includes US Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

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.
• 1+ years of experience setting up equipment and performing tests on various products and assemblies using manual, semi-automatic, or automated test devices.
• 1+ years of experience reading and understanding engineering drawings and schematics.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• 3+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 1+ years of experience in developing software for test applications.
• Hands-on experience in assembling or testing electronic components or conducting environmental tests.
• Hands-on experience in building, wiring, or troubleshooting electro-mechanical assemblies and associated control software.
• PCB design experience, inclusive of logic circuits and programming.
• Familiarity with semiconductor processing, solar cell devices, material characterization, and analytical techniques.
• Familiarity with gated approach to product and process development and aerospace industry material and qualification requirements such as AIAA-S-111/112, NASA-STD-6016, or equivalent ECSS standards.
• Familiarity with developing, or identifying, and implementing targeted process automation or other continuous improvement initiatives for both production and production support environments.
• Knowledge of statistical analysis, statistical process control, lean principles.

Typical Education & Experience:

Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 2 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. Master). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.

Relocation:

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.  You must be within commuting distance or relocate at your own expense.

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 is met as outlined in our policies.

Shift Work Statement:

This position is for 1sd shift but will require compensated support outside of those hours. 

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 a number of 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:  85,850 – 116,150.

Applications for this position will be accepted until May 23, 2024.

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.