Job Description

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The Integrated Materials & Structures Technology Team within Boeing Technology Innovation (BTI) is seeking a Materials & Process Engineer(Associate, Mid Level or Senior) – Composites Materials, Process, & Physics Engineer (MP&P) to join our team in Berkeley, MO. This team is part of the Composites, Materials, & Structures organization within BTI. This group has a dual mission to 1) Execute Research and Development in the technical area of next-generation thermoset composites, with a particular focus on Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) relevant materials and 2) Develop and mature applications for these new materials through advanced design and manufacturing demonstrator programs to de-risk and accelerate adoption by BDS programs. 

This experienced engineer will lead material selection, process development, characterization, and troubleshooting of polymer matrix and fiber-reinforced composite systems for aerospace applications. They also will be asked to lead manufacturing risk reduction demonstration programs to de-risk and accelerate adoption of new composite materials and manufacturing processes for BDS programs. This role offers hands-on exposure to lab-scale manufacturing processes, mechanical and physical/chemical testing, data analysis, and cross-functional project work with early career and senior engineers.

Position Responsibilities:

• Support development and optimization of composite materials—prepregs, adhesives, and core materials—and related consumables
• Define and validate manufacturing processes (e.g., layup, curing/autoclave/out-of-autoclave processing, consolidation) to be used on production programs
• Perform materials characterization and testing: mechanical (tensile, compression, shear), thermal (DMA, TGA, DSC), moisture uptake and microscopy
• Collect, analyze, and summarize experimental data; prepare test reports and present findings to the team
• Develop and maintain process documentation, work instructions, and process control plans for production transitions
• Support root-cause investigations and corrective actions for material and process related nonconformances
• Conduct supplier evaluations and material qualification activities
• Follow safety, quality and environmental procedures in the lab and manufacturing areas

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry
• 2+ years of experience in new material development, insertion, composite manufacturing process development

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced Engineering degree
• Understanding of composite materials and processing methods
• Familiarity with standard materials testing methods
• Knowledge of composite design considerations and failure modes
• Ability to read, understand, and interpret engineering drawings and specifications
• Knowledge of responsibilities and tasks performed by various engineering departments/disciplines; knowledge of the interaction between departments/disciplines and how their products/processes affect one another and impact non-engineering processes
• Strong problem solving and experimental skills; ability to apply knowledge of materials engineering and scientific principles to develop, design, analyze, test, and validate solutions for complex systems, sub-systems and designs
• Solid written and verbal communication skills; able to prepare clear test reports and presentations
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); experience with data analysis tools
• Willingness to work in lab/manufacturing environments

Travel: 10%

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 Associate: $64,600 -$87,400

Summary Pay Range Mid-Level: $77,350 -$104,650

Summary Pay Range Senior: $95,200 -$128,800

Applications for this position will be accepted until Jan. 16, 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

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. 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.