Staff Analyst 2\3
This position will provide support to the Boeing Test & Evaluation (BT&E) Flight Test Operations (FTO) Out Plant (OP) organization and will report directly to the OP Leader. The FTO OP organization consists of ~400 employees and could grow to ~600 beginning in mid-2012 with pending contract awards. The FTO OP organization consists of multiple geographically dispersed sites conducting a wide variety of T&E activities. The successful candidate will perform with minimal direction and assists others in the assembly of data from various sources using applicable schedules. Applies knowledge of policies, procedures, regulations (e.g., export compliance, intellectual property agreements, etc.) and standard best practices to deliver informational or technical materials (e.g., proposals, briefings, management reviews, newsletters, status reports, technical papers, brochures) to customers (e.g., government, foreign entities, commercial businesses), partners, suppliers and Boeing employees. Performs with minimal direction and exercises considerable latitude with site leaders in the development and implementation of plans and objectives (e.g., long-range strategies, organizational goals, objectives and initiatives) to meet requirements. Uses ingenuity and innovation to compile or create complex reports (e.g. audit responses, budget and capital planning, metrics) for management reviews and tracking performance to plan. Develops and maintains visibility systems in support of FTO and OP operating rhythm and weekly/monthly metrics/presentations. Assumes overall responsibility for the design, development, content, deployment, and maintenance of overall organization employee-related activities - such as organizational charts and staffing projections. Researches and evaluates complex organizational administrative issues, identifies options and recommends solutions to customers. Consults with other FTO analysts in the performance of a variety of support services (e.g., communications, policy and procedure review, process documentation, asset management, forms design and delivery, etc.) & serves as rep/spokesperson for the organization. Recognized as a subject matter expert in the development, coordination and continuous assessment of overall meeting/review architecture to ensure that visibility is provided on appropriate & required information. Collaborates with executive leadership to determine the purpose and content of each meeting/review. Initiates the development and implementation of plans and objectives. Conceptualizes, coordinates and develops executive level briefings. Utilizes appropriate technologies to enable global interaction/collaboration. Leads the design, planning, logistics and facilitation of large meetings/events. Guides others in gathering customer requirements (e.g., major tasks, deliverables, feasibility, life cycle) for projects and ensures goals are aligned with company and organization objectives. Leads the development, compilation, and maintenance of schedules and budgets, monitors the execution of the plan and communicates status to all project participants. Interfaces and negotiates with focal points (e.g., telecommunications, computing, safety, security, facilities) to satisfy the needs of the business (e.g., consolidations, reductions, new business requirements, reorganizations) and employees (e.g., safety, virtual office, telecommuting). Designs, develops and deploys employee-related activities and initiatives to enhance employee satisfaction and morale (e.g., employee survey analysis, all-employee meetings, award programs, tours, community events). Sets direction for organizational implementation. Leads the assessment, maintenance and tracking of OP actions and status requirements. Deploys BT&E and FTO integration materials across the enterprise by coordinating logistics and ensuring delivery to employees.
Competencies
General• Adaptability
Generally understands changes in own and others' work-group tasks and situations as well as the logic or basis for change; generally seeks information about changes affecting own and fellow employees' jobs. Treats changes and new situations as opportunities for learning or growth; focuses on the beneficial aspects of change; speaks positively about the change to work group members, direct supervisor, and occasionally members of others work groups. Quickly modifies behavior to deal effectively with changes in the work environment; readily tries new approaches appropriate for new or changed situations; does not persist with ineffective behaviors.
• Collaboration
Generally works effectively and cooperatively with work group members, direct supervisor, and occasionally members of others work groups; establishes and maintains good working relationships by helping people feel valued, appreciated, and included in discussions. Places higher priority on team and/or organization goals than on own goals. Normally offers to help work group members, direct supervisor, and occasionally members of others work groups when they need assistance.
• Decision Making
Recognizes a variety of issues, problems, or opportunities in own and occasionally in other work groups and determines whether action is needed; identifies the need for and collects information to better understand issues, problems, and opportunities. Generally integrates information from a variety of sources; detects general trends, associations, and cause-effect relationships. Creates relevant options for addressing problems/opportunities and achieving desired outcomes. Generally formulates clear decision criteria; evaluates options by considering implications and consequences; chooses an effective option. Implements decisions or initiates action within a reasonable time. Generally includes work group members, direct supervisor, and occasionally members of others work groups in the decision-making process as warranted to obtain good information, make the most appropriate decisions, and ensure buy-in and understanding of the resulting decisions.
• Managing Work
Has a general sense of more critical and less critical activities and tasks; adjusts priorities when appropriate. Generally ensures that required equipment and/or materials are in appropriate locations so that own and others' work can be done effectively. Allocates own time to complete work; tries to coordinate own and others' schedules to avoid conflicts. Usually takes advantage of available resources (individuals, processes, departments, and tools) to complete work efficiently. Uses time effectively and rarely allows irrelevant issues or distractions from interfering with work completion.
Technical• Analytical Skills
Basic - Skill and ability to: collect, organize, synthesize, and analyze data; summarize findings; develop conclusions and recommendations from appropriate data sources at the work group level.
Preferred - Skill and ability to: collect, organize, synthesize, and analyze data; summarize findings; develop conclusions and recommendations from appropriate data sources at the department level.
• Boeing Knowledge
Basic - General knowledge of Boeing's organizations, processes, program plans, policies and procedures, and products required to effectively perform functional responsibilities of the occupation.
Preferred - Complete knowledge of Boeing's organizations, processes, program plans, policies and procedures, and products required to effectively perform functional responsibilities of the occupation.
• Presentation Skills/Techniques
Basic - General knowledge of and ability to employ routine presentation techniques (e.g., posture, speaker's relationship to audience, use of intonation and props, use of visual aids and pacing).
Preferred - Complete knowledge of and ability to employ presentation techniques (e.g., posture, speaker's relationship to audience, use of intonation and props, use of visual aids and pacing).
Basic Qualifications For ConsiderationDo you meet the criteria described in the Typical Education / Experience' section of this requisition?
Do you have work experience using Microsoft Office applications including Excel, PowerPoint and Word to create or update spreadsheets, presentations and documents?
Are you willing to travel up to 30% of the time (if required)?
Do you have experience managing multiple projects, each with varying deadlines?
Typical Education/Experience
Level 2 - Bachelor's degree and typically 3 or more years' related work experience, a Master's degree and typically 1 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Level 3 - Bachelor's and typically 6 or more years' related work experience, a Master's degree and typically 4 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Other Job related information
This position requires a professional individual capable of managing multiple projects effectively and concurrently. Mental agility with the demonstrated ability to multi-task is critical. Must be able to interface effectively with executive staff performing similar tasks. Preferred candidates will possess extensive knowledge of Microsoft (MS) applications, PowerPoint, and Pivot Tables. The candidate must demonstrate an ability to communicate clearly and effectively, drive execution, foster team work, have strong project management/organizational skills, and work cross functionally as well as across the enterprise. Experience working with Test & Evaluation organizations is a plus. Candidates should be comfortable working with all levels of leadership in a demanding, fast-paced environment. Assignment will require frequent domestic travel.
- Business Unit Engineering Ops & Tech
- Division Boeing Test & Evaluation
- Program Flight Test Operations
- Job Type Non-Management
- Experience Level Career/Experienced
- US Person Status Required? Yes
Closing Date: 02/10/2012
