Job Description
At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.
This position resides in the Vertical Lift Composite Materials and Processes Lab and supports the evaluation of parts, materials, processes, technology or equipment through research and testing to ensure safety, reliability and adherence to requirements and specifications. Familiarity and experience in composite and adhesives materials fabrication and testing is required. This is a hands-on role and requires the incumbent to manufacture composite and bonded test articles.
Position Responsibilities:
Fabricating composite parts using the following processes: molding, forming, lay-up, co-curing, co-bonding, infusion, repair, surface preparation.
Cut composite plies by hand in accordance with prescribed shape and orientations.
Operating autoclaves, ovens, and heated presses to cure composites
Perform composite lay-up per detailed manufacturing instruction and specifications, consulting with other teammates as needed.
Machining composite test panels and parts using drill press, wet saws, water jet, table saw, band saw, router, sanding (by hand or using sanding equipment)
Use precision measuring tools (e.g., calipers, scales, micrometers) to check work performed.
Use/operate CNC equipment as required to complete work.
Operate hand/power tools for cutting and trimming, as required.
Troubleshoot and resolve laboratory equipment issues and working with facilities and maintenance personnel to complete repairs.
Coordinates laboratory activities, maintenance, and repairs
Assist in the purchase of new test equipment, fixtures, and tools
Apply routine organic coatings for bonding and corrosion protection purposes.
Use personal protective equipment when using chemicals (e.g., resins, release agents, paints, sealant, solvents) required in the fabrication process.
Coach and trains others
Works under general direction
This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at the listed location.
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):
6+ years of experience fabricating composite parts or test panels in a lab or production environment
Must be able to lift, push, pull up to 35 pounds frequently within an 8 hour shift
Must be comfortable working with metals, composites, exposure to moving parts, pinch points, sharp cutters and tools
Must be able to stand, twist, and bend within an 8-hour shift
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
High school graduate or GED preferred.
6+ years of experience composite and bonded coupon fabrication and testing
Mechanical testing of composites (tensile, compression, lap shear, etc)
Thermal analysis (TGA, TMA, DSC, Rheometer)
Ability to work weekends and overtime
Experience with improving safety
Typical Education/Experience:
(Level 4) Education/experience typically acquired through advanced education (e.g. Associate) and typically 6 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience (e.g. Bachelor+4 years' related work experience, 8 years' related work experience, etc.).
(Level 5) Education/experience typically acquired through advanced education (e.g. Associate) and typically 9 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience (e.g. Bachelor+7 years' related work experience, 11 years' related work experience, etc.
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:
This position is for 1st 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.
Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
Summary pay range:
Level 4: $86,700-117,300
Level 5: $104,550-141450
Applications for this position will be accepted until Feb. 09, 2026
Export Control Requirements:
This is not an Export Control position.
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 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.
