Job Description

At 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 Sustainability & Future Mobility (S&FM) team is looking for an Atmospheric Scientist to join our team in in Cambridge, MA, Everett, WA or Seattle, WA. The Atmospheric Scientist will integrate expertise on Atmospheric Science & Climate Change into research & technology development work statement with the purpose of driving Boeing and the aerospace industry towards meeting our sustainability goals. The Atmospheric Scientist will work in collaboration with engineering teams in Airspace Operational Efficiency and Flight Sciences Noise, Vibration & Emissions. The Atmospheric Scientist will support internal and external engagements with the Sustainability & Future Mobility and Global Enterprise Sustainability leadership teams.

Position Responsibilities:

• Integrate atmospheric & climate change science into technology development scenario modeling and analysis for environmental impact reduction

• Perform analyses of emissions and atmospheric effects of novel flight and propulsion concepts

• Inform enterprise strategy and shape investment for increasing industry knowledge on the non-CO2 effects of aviation emissions on climate change

• Guide enterprise research & development priorities related to contrail formation and avoidance

• Collaborate with NASA, FAA, regulators, standards groups & other key collaborators on demonstrators & testing

• Integrate latest knowledge into fleet emissions impact modelling and technology investment decisions

• Partner with Tech Fellowship and other SMEs to represent Boeing in aviation industry atmospheric climate change activities and engagements

• Support engagements and communications with technology development, sustainability and other Boeing leaders

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

Employer not willing to sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor, Master or Doctorate of Science degree from an accredited course of study, in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry

• Research or industry experience related to climate change

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Experience in aerospace industry

• Bachelor degree, or minor or certificate in Computer Science

• Background in scientific programming (C/C++, FORTRAN, MATLAB, Python…)

• Knowledge of aircraft design and propulsion systems

• Experience with atmospheric research and testing practices, software & modeling 

Typical Education/Experience: 
Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, meteorology, atmospheric science, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience. In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

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.

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.