Innovations Strategy Project Engineer (Associate, Mid-Level or Senior)

Job DescriptionAt 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.The Boeing Enterprise Product Security Engineering (PSE) Functional Office is seeking an experienced, independent, highly motivated Innovations Strategy Project Engineer (Associate, Mid-Level or Senior) to join our Centralized Engineering Innovations team. This is a hybrid position located in Hazelwood, MO; Arlington, VA; El Segundo, CA; Huntington Beach, CA; Mountain View, CA; Huntsville, AL; Mesa, AZ; Oklahoma City, OK; Colorado Springs, CO; or Titusville, FL.In this position you will have the opportunity to influence the future of Boeing products working within the fields of Cybersecurity Testing Environments, Advanced Cybersecurity Assessments, and Cybersecurity and Resiliency Tooling.The Project Engineer is responsible for overseeing the successful execution of programs by effectively managing technical data, facilitating technical interchange meetings, and collaborating with key stakeholders. The individual in this role will work closely with technical Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to decompose programs into achievable milestones and technical demonstration to project progression.Additionally, the Innovations Project Engineer will be responsible for maintaining project progression material, tracking performance to plan, and working with customers and key stakeholders to align project transition. Furthermore, this role requires interfacing with academia to leverage their expertise and resources.A successful candidate will highlight their interest and technical knowledge in software and system security, supporting system and software development, and transition to use. Candidates will highlight their experience working in team environments, managing the interrelationships of teams through emotional intelligence insights, and communicating difficult technical concepts to audiences with varying levels of experience and expertise. They are also detail-oriented, highly motivated, independent, and exhibit strong written and verbal communication, inter-personal, and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary project and environment.Position Responsibilities:

Intake Technical Data and Build Program Execution Plans:

Work with lead engineer and technical SMEs to gather and analyze technical data of performing project.

Identify key milestones, deliverables, and dependencies to ensure successful program implementation.

Develop comprehensive program execution plans and identify and align transition to programs.

Collaborate with Technical SMEs and Stakeholders:

Collaborate with technical SMEs to decompose programs into manageable tasks and deliverables.

Engage with key stakeholders to drive out task completion, ensuring alignment with program objectives and timelines.

Build Program Charts and Track Performance:

Develop program charts, including Gantt charts or other visual representations, to illustrate program timelines and dependencies.

Continuously monitor and track program performance against the plan, identifying and addressing any deviations or risks.

Facilitate Technical Interchange Meetings and Drive Process Documentation:

Organize and lead technical interchange meetings to foster collaboration and knowledge sharing.

Document meeting outcomes, decisions, and action items to ensure effective communication and accountability.

Develop and maintain process documentation to streamline program execution and enhance efficiency.

Work with Customers for Initial Intake:

Engage with customers during the initial intake process to understand their requirements, expectations, and constraints.

Collaborate with customers to define program objectives, scope, and success criteria.

Align project milestones to effectively transition project to best support customer needs

Interface with Academia:

Establish and maintain relationships with academic institutions to leverage their expertise, research, and resources.

Collaborate with academia to explore innovative solutions, foster research collaborations, and support knowledge transfer.

This position is hybrid. This means that the selected candidate will be required to perform some work onsite at one of the listed location options. This is at the hiring team’s discretion and could potentially change in the future.This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret clearance Post-Start is required.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

Experience in engineering, computer science and/or cybersecurity

Experience factoring and applying confidentiality, integrity, and availability considerations in all phases of the system development lifecycle

Experience with understanding, developing and communicating architecture of complex systems

Experience effectively communicating, both verbally and in writing, and collaborating on multi-discipline teams

Ability to operate with a strategic mindset and tactical execution

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

3+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

5+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Experience in cybersecurity testing, penetration testing, binary exploitation

Understanding and knowledge of safety-critical platforms and embedded systems, such as those found in ground vehicles and aircraft

Exposure to IOT or embedded product and cybersecurity systems analysis, design, development, and testing

Demonstrated performance in systems, electrical or computer engineering, or related fields, operating through part or all of the engineering lifecycle of a product

An understanding of requirements definition, subsystem allocation, and integration testing, and knowledge of avionics or embedded computing and communications systems

Experience in agile software development methodologies and containerized software

Understanding of Concept of Operations, requirements, and use-case development

Participation in software development competitions, capture-the-flag events, or contributions to open-source software

Typical Education/Experience:Associate (Level 2)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.Mid-Level (Level 3)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 5 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. PhD, Master+3 years' related work experience). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.Senior (Level 4)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 9 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. PhD+4 years' related work experience, Master+7 years' related work experience). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.Relocation:This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility. Note: Basic relocation will be offered for eligible internal candidates.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 1st shift.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 for Associate: $85,000 – $133,400Summary pay range for Mid-Level: $104,550 – $162,150Summary pay range for Senior: $127,500 – $197,800Applications for this position will be accepted until July 8th, 2024Export Control Requirements: U.S. Government Export Control Status: 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 requiredEqual 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.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.