Materials and Process Engineer - Metallics

Job Description

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Boeing Defense & Space (BDS) is seeking a high-performing, collaborative entry or associate level Materials and Processes Metallurgical Engineer to join our team located in Hazelwood, MO.   The ideal candidate will be responsible for qualifying and implementing new standard mechanical parts such as fasteners, bushings/bearings, and fluid fittings onto our production aircraft programs and will have a mechanical or assembly engineering background. The selected candidate will join a high-performing, experienced team with strong mentorship in support of multiple defense programs and will report to the Materials and Process Technology team within the BDS organization.  

The position offers a wide variety of tasks and responsibilities including specification authoring and maintenance, production support to St. Louis military aircraft programs (F-15 and F/A-18) for metals engineering and sustaining program and spares support.  The position will be responsible for supporting processes and technologies on these programs including engineering drawing/producibility reviews, raw material and process qualification, casting and forging pre-production approvals, and provide processing expertise for metallic production techniques including extrusions, machining, welding, hot forming and superplastic forming.

The successful candidate will be: energetic; driven; able to work independently and in a team; able to lead completion of assignments and special projects.  The candidate will possess a working knowledge in metallurgy principals for titanium, aluminum and steel.  Familiarity with design concepts and techniques related to aircraft assembly and part fabrication, laboratory equipment, analysis methods and material qualification is desirable.

Position Responsibilities:

• Author and revise material and process specifications
• Support non-conformance dispositions and repair methods, fleet impact assessments, notice of escapes
• Qualify suppliers to metallic material, fabrication processes and specifications
• Conduct failure analysis, lead quality and process improvements or initiatives
• Interface with government, external and internal customers
• Review and approve documents and engineering drawings for producibility, materials and processes requirements
• Perform production acceptance and qualification of materials
• Production and development support of Boeing St. Louis aircraft programs
• Assist in evaluation of emerging technologies for potential application and implementation

Note: Domestic and international travel up to 10% will be required.

This position is expected to be 100% onsite.  The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at the listed location above.

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.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Current Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• 3+ years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in metallurgical, welding, or material science engineering
• Experience with the development and maintenance of engineering material and/or process specifications
• Experience with aerospace engineering drawings or models
• Experience with Parts, Materials and Processes engineering in Aerospace industry

Typical Education/Experience:

Entry (Level 1):

Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, 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.

Associate (Level 2)

Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 2 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. Master). 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.

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 Entry Level: $71,400 - $96,600

Summary pay range Associate level: $88,000 - $119,600

Applications for this position will be accepted until Dec. 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 U.S. Secret Clearance Pre-Start and 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.