Next Generation Air Dominance Composite Manufacturing Engineer – Entry Level/Associate
Company:
The Boeing Company
Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) has an exciting opportunity for Entry Level or Associate Composite Manufacturing Engineers to support design transfer, process development, and production of advanced composite structures for up-and-coming Proprietary programs in Berkeley, MO.
This job description covers two career levels:
Level 1 — Entry level engineer focused on process support, documentation, and learning core composite manufacturing methods.
Level 2 — Associate level engineer with demonstrated technical ownership of processes, continuous improvement leadership, and production troubleshooting.
Job Purpose
Provide engineering support for composite manufacturing lines through development, qualification, improvement, and sustainment of processes (e.g., hand layup, automated fiber placement, resin infusion, autoclave cures). Ensure parts meet quality, cost, and schedule targets.
Position Responsibilities:
Support and document composite manufacturing processes including tooling, materials handling, layup/AFP, cure, trimming, and assembly
Develop and maintain process travelers, work instructions, and standard operating procedures
Execute and analyze first article inspections, process capability studies, and production validations
Troubleshoot production issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions
Collaborate with design, quality, production, suppliers, and supply chain to ensure successful
product delivery
Support process improvement and Lean initiatives to increase yield and reduce cycle time
Participate in manufacturing readiness reviews, DFMEA/PFMEA, and change control boards
Maintain safety and environmental compliance in manufacturing areas
Level 2: lead small engineering projects, mentor junior engineers, and act as technical lead for assigned products or cells
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement
0–2 years of relevant experience (internships, co-ops, or production/technician experience acceptable).
Basic understanding of composite materials, curing processes, layup, autoclave operations, and tooling.
Experience reading engineering drawings
Experience with 3D solid modeling software applications (e.g. NX, Catia, CADD)
Experience with Microsoft Office suite
This position requires the ability to obtain a US Security Clearance for which the US Government requires US Citizenship as a condition of employment. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.
This position requires the ability to obtain Special Program Access, for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship only.
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
Level 2: 2 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience
Proven experience with process development for composite layup, wet layup, and cure cycles
Familiarity with design-to-manufacturing interfaces, DFMEA, process capability, and statistical methods
Experience with Root cause analysis
Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) or Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) experience
Experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) or Material Requirements Planning (MRP) systems
Experience with aerospace composite specifications and certification processes.
Knowledge of NDI techniques.
Hands-on experience with autoclaves, ovens, composite tooling, and cure monitoring.
Certifications: Lean, Six Sigma (Green Belt), or equivalent process improvement training.
Effective written and verbal communication skills and ability to work in cross-functional teams.
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