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Development Specialist (Tooling A)

Tukwila, Washington Job ID JR2025459460 Category All Hourly Unions Role Type Onsite Post Date Jun. 17, 2025
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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.

The Boeing Company is looking for a Development Specialist (Tooling A) to join our Boeing Test & Evaluation (BT&E) team in Tukwila, WA.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Obtain daily work by interfacing with machine operators, leads and tool engineers, to ensure that the special cutters are available

  • Coordinate with machine operators in the development of special cutting tools and recommendations of cutter speeds and feeds

  • Work with vendors, in evaluating new cutters (e.g., carbide indexable, coatings)

  • Coordinate and interface with outside organizations (e.g., tool engineering, planning, metallurgy lab), to troubleshoot and resolve cutting tool machining problems

  • Operate Autocad computer software to design and define special coated tools, per engineer drawings and Boeing (BAC) specifications

  • Assist manufacturing shops by observing setup and operation of various milling machines for evaluation of cutting tool problems (e.g., tool geometry, chip flow, changes needed)

  • Coordinate and work with Tool Grind, fill out Tool Grind Request Orders for the purpose of developing new tools

  • Use various types of precision measuring tools (e.g., micrometers, calipers and height gage)

  • Maintain a file of vendors and suppliers, with names and phone numbers of persons of contact and catalogs, updating information

  • Maintain and update files with information pertaining to coded cutters

  • Communicate with fellow workers or supervisor when assistance is needed or a problem arises

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

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

  • 5 + years of experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings, with the ability to visualize three-dimensional shapes from two-dimensional views and understand symbols, flag notes, and general notes

  • 5 + years of experience identifying discrepancies by gathering information from multiple sources, such as drawings, specifications, and shop communications

  • 5 + years of experience operating computing equipment to access and input job information, including drawings and specifications

  • 5 + years of experience using various precision measuring tools and test equipment, with the ability to accurately interpret results

  • 5 + years of experience with software applications for developmental, prototyping, and production purposes

  • 5 + years of experience in servicing multiple customers and managing tasks amidst frequent interruptions

  • 5 + years of experience of machine shop theory, procedures, and the machinability of materials

  • Ability to assess the completeness and correctness of work according to specified instructions, drawings, and specifications

  • Effective written communication skills for creating reports, documentation, and maintaining records

  • Strong problem-solving skills to address issues with internal and external customers and suppliers

  • Capability to work independently while coordinating daily tasks with others to align priorities

  • Proficient in mathematics, including practical math, algebra, geometry, and trigonometry

  • Attention to detail to ensure accuracy in work instructions and computer data

  • Ability to efficiently plan and organize work sequences

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace (DFW) 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 primarily for 1st shift; however, your shift is subject to change based on business needs and contractual requirements

Union:

This is an hourly position governed by the International Association of Machinists (IAM-751) Collective Bargaining agreement.

Current Boeing employees working in Puget Sound and Portland must submit an Employee Request Transfer (ERT) to be considered in the eligible candidate pool. Resumes of current Puget Sound Boeing employees submitted via Careers at Boeing will not be considered.

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: $35.00/hour to start for new union members, with the potential to earn up to $56.97/hour for current union members


Applications for this position will be accepted until Jun. 25, 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

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

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.

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