Lead Weights & Mass Properties Engineer

Job Description

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The Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) organization is seeking a Lead Weights & Mass Properties Engineer to join the Field Operations and Aircraft Modifications Team in Dallas, TX to provide engineering and technical decisions for Boeing Military P-8 Aircraft, the Advanced Airborne Sensor (AAS) system, and other diverse projects.

The Field Operations and Aircraft Modifications team is looking for an individual with experience in aircraft weight and balance analysis.  This position requires proficiency in the mass properties discipline and knowledge of mass properties analysis and weighing of military and commercial derivative aircraft.  Familiarity with P-8/737 derivative Navy Aircraft/Navy Mass Properties customer requirements, processes, analytical tools, and reporting methods is desired.

Position Responsibilities:

• Develop weight, balance, and mass properties accounting systems and generate required weight and balance reports, support and develop mass properties processes and tools, and provide visibility of mass properties information to integrated product teams, management, and customers.
• Provide complex vehicle or system configuration guidance.
• Define complex weight, balance, and mass properties related design requirements.
• Review contract statement of work requirements, define task execution details, estimate task durations, and schedule and monitor team task execution.
• Gather internal and external customer requirements and develop innovative solutions for mass properties analysis.
• Guide and mentor less experienced engineers; may lead a small team of engineers in the execution of contract statements of work depending upon project needs.
• Gather and analyze Line of Balance for P-8/AAS fleet-wide systems.

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at the listed location.  Occasional off-shift work may be required to support aircraft production/operational needs.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement.
• 7+ years of experience with weights and mass property engineering.
• Ability to travel up to 25% domestic or internationally.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• 10 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrated history of generating and approving technical documentation (Flight Changes) and reports associated with mass properties.
• Understanding of Boeing commercial derivative aircraft 737 and P-8 or similar platform interior compartments and standard aircraft primary/secondary hardware and aircraft system components.
• Experience leading teams or projects.
• 3+ years background with Boeing large aircraft platforms.
• Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) experience.
• Background in FAA certification preferred (14 CFR Part 25) including showing of regulatory compliance.
• Background in Military certification (MIL-HDBK-516).
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment.

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.

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 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: $138,550 - $187,450

Applications for this position will be accepted until Dec. 01, 2025

Export Control Requirements: This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Export Control Details: US based job, US Person required

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Security Clearance

This position requires an active U.S. Top Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active). This position requires ability to obtain program access, for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship only.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift

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.

Experience Level
Individual Contributor
Contingent Upon Program Award
No, this position is not contingent upon program award

Schedule
Full time

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.