Job Description

Job Description

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The Product Systems Information Technology & Data Analytics organization has openings for Associate Factory XR Software developers to join our growing Factory XR team to configure, extend and implement Extended Reality (XR) solutions for the factory. Come join us, to be a part of the first XR product team at the Boeing company that is deploying fully supported and industrialized solutions to the factory floor. If you are passionate about the applications of XR to the real world of a factory floor (as opposed to proofs of concepts in controlled lab environments) then this is the place for you!

This is a unique opportunity to become part of a foundational XR product team that is in the process of scaling up solutions (for both the Google Glass and Hololens) developed at Boeing and externally over the last few years. The scope is Boeing wide and we are looking for an enthusiastic team member who is willing to roll up their sleeves and tackle a variety of real world challenges as we look to expand this capability to multiple programs across our business units in 2022. The challenges are several but if you look forward to overcoming them even as you improve your skills and technical depth in this field then there is no better place to be.

We build the capabilities that enable xR technology to be useable, safe, secure and scalable for both commercial airplanes and defense programs. We do this in by working alongside our partners BR&T (Boeing Research & Technology) and commercial vendor Teamviewer/Upskill to bring their solutions into IT&DA standard architecture and support models. While the initial statement of work will consist of platform level implementation, configuration, setup, compliance and support of delivered products we anticipate that the Factory XR team will take on additional responsibility for software development and maintenance as we make more progress.

You will get hands-on experience with XR devices in production environments especially on the factory floor. Occasional travel to other Boeing sites across the enterprise may be required. The candidate may need to operate in a manufacturing environment, lift small loads (<30lbs), and wear/operate a head mounted display with voice or hand gestures.

Position Responsibilities:

• Collaborate on the design, program, test, implementation and documentation of Augmented Reality (AR)/Informed Reality (IR) computing applications and software i.e. web application(s) and APIs
• Collaborate with product managers and provides assistance to analyze end user process and application requirements.
• Modifies or upgrades AR/IR applications to maintain functionality and performance. Identifies and recommends improvements.
• Contributes to the development of test plans and procedures to verify that the solution meets the requirements. Identifies and dispositions defects as required. Assists in validating discrepancies and issues. Assists in the development and execution of implementation plans.
• Maintain back end services using Java restful web services, REACT JavaScript, and the Spring framework. Develop data access layer software to interface to systems of record.
• Assists in the deployment and maintenance of versions of AR/IR system into the three environments (Dev, Test, Production) in Kubernetes.
• Assists in keeping Keep systems and artifacts running and up to date in Pivotal Cloud Foundry (PCF), Kubernetes, SQL Server and elastic S3 storage.
• Support development, testing and deployment for new use cases. Incrementally improve real time system monitoring and alerts.
• Document design, interfaces, implementations as required.
• Contribute to the ongoing learning and success of the team, and the company, by sharing knowledge through mentorship, collaboration, and aiding in the documentation.
  
  

This position allows telecommuting. The selected candidate will be required to perform some work onsite at one of the listed location options.

This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore 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.
  
  

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Awareness Knowledge of the full software development life cycle and test-driven development.
• Experience in working with a cross-functional team support
• Experience working in an Agile and/or SAFe environment.
• Experience in application integration/migration with both COTS and In-House applications
• Experience with front-end web development technologies: One or more of Javascript, HTML/CSS, Ajax
• Experience with Git
• Proficient in Java/Spring and/or C#/.Net
  
  

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Exposure to virtual reality and/or augmented reality systems/applications
• Some understanding of CAD/CAM software such as CATIA V5, 3DX and/or Siemens NX or other CAD systems
• Some understanding of different 3D model formats, limitations of each, and translations between
• Some experience with Unity and similar platforms, and techniques to create applications for mixed reality devices
• Bachelors of Science degree or higher in one of the following disciplines Computer Science, Engineering, or Math.
  
  

Typical Education/Experience:

Education/experience typically acquired through advanced education (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 3 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience or relevant military experience (e.g. Master +1 years' related work experience, 5 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 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.

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

Summary pay range: 54,270 – 94,770

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.