Wind Tunnel Technician (Entry-Level or Associate) in Berkeley, MO

October 19, 2024

Wind Tunnel Technician (Entry-Level or Associate) – Boeing – Berkeley, MO – work from home job

Company: Boeing

Job description: Wind Tunnel Technician (Entry-Level or Associate)

Company: The Boeing Company

Location: USA – Berkeley, MO

Job Description Qualifications:

The Boeing Company is looking for a Wind Tunnel Technician to join our team in Berkeley, MO. The wind tunnel technician works in a small integrated team of engineers and technicians that support the Aero Test capability and the Polysonic Wind Tunnel (PSWT). The PSWT is a blowdown type wind tunnel with a test section size of 4ft by 4ft and has a Mach number range of 0.45 to 5.3. Boeing Defense Systems is the primary user of this facility, although there are many other types of vehicles tested.

The technician, along with the wind tunnel technician team, is responsible for the operation of the Polysonic Wind Tunnel, including the nozzle control system and tunnel control valves, all while monitoring interlock systems to ensure personnel safety. The safe operation of the wind tunnel is critical and a high level of focus is required. The operation of the wind tunnel valve pin safety actuation systems and assisting with tunnel configuration changes are also expected tasks.

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Wind tunnel technician work schedules vary based on program needs and facility requirements. They support assigned work shifts including non-standard schedules at times, as some PSWT test efforts require extended shifts or multi-shift work. In addition, the wind tunnel technician will also support external wind tunnel needs which require travel. Travel, roughly 25%, is expected to support these test efforts, which can last several weeks at a time. The PSWT is one of several laboratory capabilities within the St. Louis campus. The wind tunnel technician will also support some of these other capabilities, as necessary, based on work load priorities. Occasionally, assistance in the design and check-out of wind tunnel models is required, and consultation with engineers is necessary to assist during the model design and/or acceptance stages of a project.

For many wind tunnel tests at remote facilities, technician support is required, which includes the installation and checkout of instrumentation, the completion of model configuration changes, and instrument troubleshooting.

Our teams are currently hiring for a broad range of experience levels including; Entry-Level and Associate Level Wind Tunnel Technicians.

Position Responsibilities:

Build, layout, connection, and installation of small-scale wind tunnel model instrumentation (wiring, connectors, and sensors of multiple types), wind tunnel model assembly including mechanical and electrical model configuration changes, operation of data acquisition systems and various wind tunnel control systems, and instrument troubleshooting

Possess a wide range of electrical, mechanical, personal, and communication skills

Capable of working in a group/team environment where strong communication skills are critical

Capable of operating a wide range of equipment including: data acquisition systems, pneumatic control systems, hydraulic control systems, and electrical control systems

Support activities to plan, conduct and document tests on products, systems, components, materials, and manufacturing processes and technologies

Design systems, materials, components, software and methodologies to meet customer requirements

Participate in test design and performs routine procurement, fabrication and assembly of components, test fixtures and test systems

Support the coordination of test requirements and assists in reviewing test methods and capabilities

Facilitate systems integration, fabrication and modification; supports system pre-test setup, integration, checkout, and post-test tear-down

Conduct routine tests, analyzes data and documents results

Troubleshoot and recommend resolution of basic laboratory and test-related problems

Work under general supervision

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.

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):

Strain gaging experience

Control systems and data acquisition systems experience

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

1 or more years’ related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Associates degree or higher

Testing experience (flight and/or lab and/or Production)

Experience in wind tunnel testing

An active U.S. Secret or higher Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)

Experience with soldering, electrical and instrument troubleshooting, making cables, control system assembly (from drawing), taking measurements

Familiarity with sensors like transducers, potentiometers, and encoders, in addition to signal generators and pressure/pneumatic controllers

Understanding of basic mechanical systems, proficient use of common hand tools

Ability to work with small parts

Familiarity of pneumatic and hydraulic systems

Typical Education/Experience:

Entry-Level (Level 1)

Education/experience typically acquired through advanced education (e.g. Associate) or an equivalent combination of education and experience (e.g. 2 years’ related work experience).

Associate (level 2)

Education/experience typically acquired through advanced education (e.g. Associate) and typically 1 or more years’ related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience (e.g. Bachelor, 3 years’ related work experience, etc.).

Relocation:

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their 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:

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.

Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range for entry-level: $39,100-$52,900

Summary pay range for associate level: $47,600-$64,400

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: U.S. Government Export Control Status: This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a â€œU.S. Personâ€ as defined by 22 C.F.R. Â§120.15 is required. â€œU.S. Personâ€ includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

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: 6L9CI1 (61Y)

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Wind Tunnel Technician (Entry-Level or Associate) – Boeing – Berkeley, MO – work from home job

Expected salary: $39100 – 52900 per year

Wind Tunnel Technician (Entry-Level or Associate) in Berkeley, MO

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