Materials & Process Engineer

Job Description

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The Boeing Company Space Launch System team is seeking a highly motivated entry or associate level Materials & Processes (M&P) engineer to join our team located at the Michoud Assembly Facility (MAF) in New Orleans, LA.

This position involves applying knowledge of aerospace materials and processes to support the production of the Core Stage and Exploration Upper Stage on the Space Launch System (SLS) Program. This includes ability to interpret material and process specifications and engineering drawings, troubleshooting of non-conformance conditions and associated corrective and preventative actions, and general production floor support during all stages of the build at MAF. This includes interfacing with various engineering groups, production technicians, and product, program, and engineering management. This also includes working directly with NASA employees and their contractors.

This role is for off-shift production support and will require flexibility based on shifting program needs. The initial support will be for a weekend support schedule but may eventually shift to a second shift support schedule as production work transitions. Occasional travel may be needed for emergent program support needs.

This is a team-based position requiring working alongside various engineering functions, production technicians, and laboratories to support hardware builds. Problem solving skills are essential, and the individual must be able to communicate clearly in both verbal and written form to customers, technicians, and management.

Position Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Support production in implementing the materials and processes controlled per engineering, NASA requirements, and Boeing processes – including contamination control, corrosion control, organic coatings, spray-on insulation and pour foams, adhesives, and other processes.

• Evaluate engineering non-conformances for M&P-related issues to provide technical rationale for disposition whether it be a rework, repair, scrap, or use-as-is disposition with collaboration from other engineering disciplines to identify the best solution for the program considering quality, cost, and schedule constraints.

• Support certification of controlled work areas and temporary environmental control zones for contamination-sensitive hardware

• Assist in implementing corrective and preventative actions

• Generate and release specifications, test plans, and other documents to manage the deployment of materials, parts, and processes

• Maintain compliance with contractual and regulatory obligations/requirements and promote standardization across business activities

• Knowledge and ability to understand and interpret engineering drawings

• Conduct and recommend analysis to determine reasons for failures of materials, parts, and processes.

• Flexibility in work shift assignment - This role is for off-shift production support and will require flexibility based on shifting program needs. The initial support will be for a weekend support schedule but may eventually shift to a second shift support schedule as production work transitions.

This job is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at Michoud Assembly Facility in New Orleans, LA.

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.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• 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.

• Flexibility in work shift assignment

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor degree or higher from an accredited course of study in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science/Engineering, Polymer Science/Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Chemistry, or other related engineering/science disciplines

• Knowledge and ability to understand and interpret technical data

• Skill and ability to collect, organize, synthesize, and analyze data; summarize fundings; develop conclusions and recommendations from appropriate data sources

Typical Education/Experience:

Entry (Level 1)

Education/experience 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.

Associate (Level 2)

Bachelor's degree and typically 2 or more years' experience in an engineering classification or a Master's degree with experience in an engineering classification. Bachelor, Master or Doctorate of Science degree from an accredited course of study, in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry.

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility. Note: Basic relocation will be offered for eligible internal candidates.

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.

NASA Access:

This position requires the ability to obtain access to a National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) facility.

Safety Sensitive:

This is a safety-sensitive position and is subject to random drug testing.

Shift Work Statement:

This position is for the weekend shift, with a potential transition to 2nd shift.

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 (level 1):  $64,600 - $87,400

Summary pay range (level 2):  $77,350  - $104,650

Applications for this position will be accepted until Aug. 03, 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.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 3rd 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.