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Mid-Level Materials and Processes Engineer

Huntington Beach, California Job ID JR2025467335 Category Engineering - Materials, Process & Physics Role Type Onsite Post Date Aug. 14, 2025 Security Clearance Required
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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.

Boeing is seeking a Mid-Level Materials and Processes Engineer to join our Mechanical Systems team in Huntington Beach, California.  This role is for an engineer who shares a passion for mechanical and materials engineering with a mindset for technical analysis, investigation and testing.

The successful candidate will be experienced in the manufacturing processes of metallic fasteners and operation of heat treatment furnaces, pyrometry, and ability to adhere to Boeing’s specifications and quality requirements. This person will also have a strong understanding of metallurgy, including grain structure, metal forming techniques, and root cause investigation of metallic failures to support continuous process improvement.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Assists with definition of requirements for tools, equipment, materials, parts and processes used in the engineering design, manufacture and/or maintenance of Boeing products

  • Drafts engineering specifications and other documents to manage the deployment of tools, equipment, materials, parts and processes

  • Assists in evaluation of emerging technologies for potential application to business needs

  • Conducts and supports R&D testing in lab environment to meet programs requirements and qualification of products

  • Assists with development and qualification of new tools, equipment, materials, parts and processes to meet requirements

  • Assists in modeling, designing, and programming

  • Conducts routine analysis to determine performance or reasons for failures of tools, materials, parts or processes

  • Assists in failure analysis strategies while implementing corrective and preventive actions

  • Uses project management tools to plan and implement project costs & schedule, technical requirements, and produce products

  • Incorporates environmental health and safety, LEAN and Quality principles into (1) materials and processes, (2) research, design and qualification, (3) work procedures and (4) labs and office areas

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry

  • 2+ years of project management experience

  • 5+ years of experience with manufacturing processes for fasteners and/or bearings

  • 5+ years of experience with failure analysis and metallic structure

  • 3+ years of experience with tribology

  • 3+ years of experience working in a lab environment

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • Experience in operating machining equipment with the ability to interpret complex engineering drawings, and select appropriate tooling and manufacturing processes to optimize production efficiency.

  • Demonstrate project management expertise, capable of independently managing multiple projects while maintaining schedule and budget in a dynamic environment

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a proven track record of effective collaboration with suppliers and cross-functional teams

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in aerospace, material science, metallurgical engineering and/or mechanical engineering

  • Experience with Parts, Materials and Processes engineering in Aerospace industry

  • Experience leading and influencing cross-functional teams or projects

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.

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 several 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: $102,000 - $138,00


    Applications for this position will be accepted until Aug. 29, 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.

    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 and/or final U.S. Top 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.

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