Intern Flight Test Engineer

Intern Flight Test Engineer

This position will support the F-15 Saudi Test Program Management and Flight Test Program. While the student is in the assignment they will increase technical knowledge of aircraft systems, increase knowledge of flight test program coordination, and increase knowledge of flight test documentation and processes. The student will be introduced to Detailed Test Planning, Flight Certification Process and participate in Flight Test Operations. Tasks within the assignment will include shadowing a shop mechanic, participation in Test Coordination Meetings, preparation of Flight Prep Sheets/Advance Fabrication Sheets/Weight and Balance Forms/Flight Test Safety Checklists, familiarization with our Test Planning Tool and Flight Test Cards, On-Aircraft Ground Testing, Instrumentation Installs, and Support Aircraft Test Preparations. The student will assist the Saudi Flight Test Engineers and Test Conductors as participants in the First Flight Readiness Review Process, Final Certification Process, Ground/EMI Tests, Fit Checks, and Remote Site Test Preparations. A limited amount of travel is possible. Occasional presentations may also be prepared and given. Some support of the F-15 E1 Demonstration Program may also be possible while the student is supporting the F-15 Saudi Program.

Competencies
Veh Sys & Subcomponent Test - Knowledge across a wide range of engineering disciplines (e.g. structural design, mechanical design, electrical design, aerodynamics, stress analysis, weight and balance, durability, dynamics, fluid power systems, propulsion/fuel systems, acoustics, material properties, fracture mechanics, environmental conditioning, control theory, and test instrumentation). Knowledge of domestic and international regulations (e.g. FAA, DOD, and NASA regulations) on the certification of test articles/vehicles to assure compliance of design. Utilize the above knowledge and Boeing/Industry standards to design, set up and execute tests (e.g. structural, noise, mechanical, electrical, environmental, and materials on systems, vehicles and subcomponents).

Competencies
Collaboration - Works effectively and cooperatively with others; establishes and maintains good working relationships.

Competencies
Engineering Tests Techniques - Knowledge of engineering tests techniques, including handling qualities, performance, systems testing, structural loads, weapons separation, propulsion, etc.

Competencies
Customer Focus - Makes customers and their needs a primary focus of one's actions; develops and sustains productive customer relationships.

Competencies
Decision Making - Identifies and understands issues, problems, and opportunities; compares data from different sources to draw conclusions; uses effective approaches for choosing a course of action or develops appropriate solutions; takes action that is consistent with available facts, constraints, and probable consequences.

Competencies
Flight Test - Knowledge of flight test requirements, environment (e.g., Air Traffic Control, Air Space, Duty Day and flight test team) and coordination procedures.

Competencies
Innovation - Generates innovative solutions in work situations; tries different and novel ways to deal with work problems and opportunities.

Competencies
Test Conduct - Ability to lead a team to conduct a test, compilation of test sequence, monitor progress of the test, and record test activities while being able to accommodate any unforeseen events that occur during the test.

Competencies
Work Standards - Sets high standards of performance for self and others; assumes responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks; self-imposes standards of excellence rather than having standards imposed.

Basic Qualifications For Consideration

Are you willing to travel short term to different flight test locations in support of flight test programs?

Are you willing to work 1st shift (primarily) and 2nd, 3rd and/or weekend shifts (as required)?

Are you currently enrolled at a college or university in an engineering curriculum?

Typical Education/Experience
High school diploma or GED.

Other Job related information
Prefer candidate working toward a Bachelors or Masters in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering and have a minimum GPA of 3.0. Successful candidates must be able to communicate well with engineering staff, project management, and customers. Individuals must work effectively in a team environment, analyze technical problems, develop solutions, and ultimately present them to customers. Candidate must possess good written, verbal, and computer skills. Candidates must clearly state your major, cumulative GPA and graduation month/year in your resume.

• Business Unit Engineering Ops & Tech
• Division Boeing Test & Evaluation
• Program Flight Test Operations
• Job Type Non-Management
• Experience Level Intern
• US Person Status Required? Yes

Closing Date: 02/17/2012