Specialty Materials and Integration Materials and Process Engineer (Mid-Level or Senior)

Job Description

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The Specialty Materials and Integration Team is looking for a Specialty Materials and Integration Materials and Process Engineer (Mid-Level or Senior) to provide Materials and Process, Research and Development support to Boeing Defense Systems development programs.  We are seeking a highly motivated, energetic and capable engineer to join the Boeing Technology Innovation, Specialty Materials and Integration team in Berkeley, Missouri.

This group is responsible for leading the material development and transition efforts for next generation material solutions. We are also responsible for identifying, developing, transitioning, and producing highly specialized materials and technologies for platforms within Boeing Defense Systems. Become part of a dynamic and rich learning organization and experience engineering at its best.

We are looking for someone who enjoys diversity in their work statement. The work statement will allow you to have a M&P focus area in highly specialized aerospace paints, coatings, pigments, sealants and composites, but projects will often require you to have more generalized M&P skills.  Ideal candidates will have the experience, abilities, and passion for paints and coatings, and have a desire to broaden their knowledge while maintaining technical depth in their chosen skill area.

Position Responsibilities:

• Support the Research and Development of next generation Specialty Materials including paints, coatings, pigments, sealants, and composites.

• Participate in the evaluation and qualification of materials, suppliers, equipment, technology and processes to ensure that conformance and producibility requirements are met.

• Apply knowledge of Materials Science and Engineering in order to develop, characterize, and qualify proprietary materials for application to air vehicle products.

• Support the development of engineering processes, methods, and tools.

• Participates in a research and development environment developing new materials and associated manufacturing and application processes.

• Make routine contact with customers, teaming partners, subcontractors, and suppliers.

• Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplined integrated product team, working alongside other skilled technicians, engineers, and support staff.

• Assist in test development, routine analysis of failed parts and processes, generation of data to evaluate failed mechanisms and documentation of findings.

• Assist in developing and revising documents and technical requirements.

• Support continuous improvement efforts by assisting with the design, fabrication and testing of new concepts and technology.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry

• 4+ years of experience with Materials Science and Engineering

• 4+ years of experience with Materials and Processing of paints, coatings, pigments, sealants, and/or composites

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• 7+ years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Experience with Materials Research and Development

• Experience with solvent based polyurethane coatings

• Experience with specialty coatings, survivability coatings, and/or functional coatings.

• Experience with materials and processing of metals, polymers, and composites, sealants and finishes processing

• Experience with electronic and magnetic materials

• Experience with Boeing material & process specifications

• Experience with the evaluation and qualification of materials, suppliers, equipment, technology and processes

• Experience working independently with some guidance from more experienced engineers and scientists

• Strong written and verbal skills with experience to effectively work within an Integrated Product Team environment

• Comfort working in an environment of change and in support of multiple programs, internal and external customers, technical challenges, and deadlines

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.

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 several 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 for mid-level (level 3): $95,200 - $128,800

Summary pay range for senior (level 4): $116,450 - $157,550

Applications for this position will be accepted until Oct. 02, 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

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent 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.