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Laboratory Technician (Mid-Level and Senior)

Seattle, Washington Job ID JR2026501050 Category Engineering - Materials, Process & Physics Role Type Onsite Post Date Mar. 26, 2026 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.

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 currently seeking a Laboratory Technicianto support our Multiphysics and Test Team located in Seattle, WA. This position will focus on supporting the Applied Physics Applications Laboratory within the Multiphysics and Test Team.

Our teams are currently hiring for a broad range of experience levels including : Mid-Level and Senior Laboratory Technician.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Support the Applied Physics Applications (APA) Laboratory comprising a broad range of electro-mechanical systems machining and prototyping, test and evaluation equipment, machine shops and associated lab safety protocols to support the work statement of the Applied Physics Group and its customers. 

  • Work closely with engineering functions to understand, conceptualize, design, machine and implement / maintain experimental prototypes and test equipment, and associated capabilities for support and execution of the group’s work statement. 

  • This role requires close, daily engagement with the engineering team regarding all aspects of laboratory operations including daily planning, coordination and execution.

  • Additional tasks include purchasing of day-to-day essentials for running the lab, safe and efficient lab practices such as 5S and lab cleanliness, laboratory compliance requirements and of course, utmost focus on laboratory safety in alignment with Boeing Company and Boeing site safety and its policies and procedures.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/ Experience):

  • Experience with electrical and mechanical systems, test equipment, and maintenance practices and requirements

  • Experience with Evaluating parts, materials, processes, technology or equipment through research and testing to ensure safety, reliability and adherence to requirements

  • Hands-on experience do you have with board build, debug and bring-up in a lab environment, gathering data for technical performance measures and performing basic analysis

  • This job requires a government security clearance, which requires citizenship. Do you meet this requirement?

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • Associates degree or higher, or equivalent combination of certifications, demonstrated experience

  • Experience working in machine shop, prototyping and dynamic environment

  • Experience working in R&D prototyping environment

  • Experience working with multifunctional team

  • The ability to work and communicate effectively with cross-functional teams in this multi-disciplinary environment is essential.

Travel:

5%

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.

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 Mid-Level: $68,850 - $93,150

Summary Pay Range Senior: $86,700 - $117,300


Applications for this position will be accepted until Apr. 09, 2026


Export Control Requirements:

This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Export Control Details:

US based job, US Person required

Education

Associate's Degree or Equivalent Required

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

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 U.S. Secret Clearance Pre-Start and final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift

Contingent Upon Program Reward

The position is contingent upon program award


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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