Senior Materials & Process Engineer

Job Description

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The Boeing Company

The Integrated Materials & Structures Technology Team within Boeing Technology Innovation (BTI) is seeking an Senior Engineer – Composites Materials, Process, & Physics Engineer (MP&P) to join our team in Berkeley, MO. This team is part of the Composites, Materials, & Structures organization within BTI. This group has a dual mission to 1) Execute Research and Development in the technical area of next-generation thermoset composites, with a particular focus on Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) relevant materials and 2) Develop and mature applications for these new materials through advanced design and manufacturing demonstrator programs to de-risk and accelerate adoption by BDS programs. 

This experienced engineer will lead material selection, process development, characterization, and troubleshooting of polymer matrix and fiber-reinforced composite systems for aerospace applications. They also will be asked to lead manufacturing risk reduction demonstration programs to de-risk and accelerate adoption of new composite materials and manufacturing processes for BDS programs. This role offers hands-on exposure to lab-scale manufacturing processes, mechanical and physical/chemical testing, data analysis, and cross-functional project work with early career and senior engineers.

Position Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and optimization of composite materials—prepregs, adhesives, and core materials—and related consumables
• Lead the define and validation of manufacturing processes (e.g., layup, curing/autoclave/out-of-autoclave processing, consolidation) to be used on production programs
• Lead a team of MP&P engineers to collect, analyze, and summarize experimental data; review and approve test reports and present findings to broadly across the company and externally
• Develop and maintain process documentation, work instructions, and process control plans for production transitions
• Lead root-cause investigations and corrective actions for material and process related nonconformances
• Lead supplier evaluations and material qualification activities
• Shape Contract Research and Development and internally funded research and development programs focused on maturing composite technologies for BDS programs
• Follow safety, quality and environmental procedures in the lab and manufacturing areas

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/ Experience):

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry
• 9+ years of experience in new Material development and insertion; composite manufacturing process development

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Advanced Engineering degree
• Deep understanding of composite materials and processing methods
• Strong knowledge of standard materials testing methods
• Strong knowledge of composite design considerations and failure modes
• Ability to read, understand, and interpret engineering drawings and specifications
• Knowledge of responsibilities and tasks performed by various engineering departments/disciplines; knowledge of the interaction between departments/disciplines and how their products/processes affect one another and impact non-engineering processes
• Strong problem solving and experimental skills; ability to apply knowledge of materials engineering and scientific principles to develop, design, analyze, test, and validate solutions for complex systems, sub-systems and designs
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to prepare clear test reports and presentations
• Experience mentoring and training early career engineers
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); experience with data analysis tools
• Willingness to work in lab/manufacturing environments

Travel: 10%

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace (DFW) 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.

Pay & Benefits:

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.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. 

Summary Pay Range: Senior        $ 140,250 -189,750

Applications for this position will be accepted until Oct. 22, 2025

Export Control Requirements: This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, 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.

Export Control Details: US based job, US Person required

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Security Clearance

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.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

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.

Experience Level
Individual Contributor
Contingent Upon Program Award
No, this position is not contingent upon program award

Schedule
Full time

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.