Electrical/Avionics & Mechanical Engineers

Boeing
Welwyn Garden City
8 months ago
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Job Description

Qualifications:

Introduction:

Our products support the maintenance, modification and repair of the Boeing commercial fleet and the users of our products require concise, accurate technical documentation. We are wishing to hire qualified Electrical/Avionics & Mechanical Engineers with aircraft maintenance and/or aerospace engineering experience, to be based out of our Welwyn Garden City site. Our engineers research and integrate engineering inputs to create airplane maintenance, modification and repair information using a variety of automated research tools and authoring systems. Training and mentoring will be provided as part of our culture of continuous professional development.

Responsibilities:

Assist in analyzing technical requirements to determine project scope and deliverables Assist with the collection, research and analysis of source data Research and evaluate engineering source data and specifications Develop or maintain technical publication elements for all levels of maintenance, retrofit and repair Coordinate the preparation of illustrative materials Coordinate engineering requirements, schedule and status with all stakeholders Conduct quality and in-process reviews including the validation of technical publications

Work Authorisation:

This requisition is for a locally hired position in the UK. Candidates must have current legal authorisation to work immediately in the United Kingdom. Boeing will not attempt to obtain Immigration and labour sponsorship for any applicants. Benefits and pay are determined at the local level and are not part of Boeing U.S. based payroll.

The Boeing benefits package goes above and beyond, focusing on your physical, emotional, financial and social well-being. Here’s a snapshot of what we offer for this role: 

Competitive salary and annual incentive plans  Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next  We’ll provide the training, tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs  25 days plus UK public holidays Pension Plan with 10% employer contribution  Company paid BUPA Medical Plan  Short Term Sickness: 100% pay for the first 26 weeks  Long Term Sickness: 66.67% of annual salary from 27th week  6x annual salary life insurance  Learning Together Programme to support your on-going personal and career development  Access to Boeing’s Well Being Programs, tool and incentives Excellent Parental Leave Benefits

Basic / Required Qualifications:

Ability to work on multiple projects with varying level of requirements efficiently and effectively. Solid IT and communications skills Have knowledge and experience of aircraft maintenance and repair. You’ll hold a minimum of a Bachelor’s Engineering Degree

Posting end date: 26.09.2024

Boeing is the world's largest aerospace company and leading manufacturer of commercial airplanes and defense, space and security systems. We are engineers and technicians. Skilled scientists and thinkers. Bold innovators and dreamers. Join us, and you can build something better for yourself, for our customers and for the world.

Relocation:

No relocation available

Export Control Requirement:

Not an export control position

Safety Sensitive:

This is not a safety sensitive position

Contingent Upon Award Program

This position is not contingent upon program award

Experience Level:

Individual Contributor - 1

Job Type:

Regular

Job Code:

6SGDI1 (G07)

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