Associate or Experienced Composites Engineer

Boeing; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 92,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

Boeing Commercial Airplanes Materials & Processes (BCA M&P) in North Charleston, SC, seeks an Associate or Experienced Composites Engineer (Level 2 or 3) for the 787 Fuselage Engineering Support Team. You will define engineering requirements for materials, processes, and manufacturing technologies used in design and production.

The role requires a BS in engineering and 2+ years of relevant experience, with a focus on composites.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in an engineering or manufacturing environment.
• Experience interpreting engineering drawings and specifications.
• Experience working with composites and/or composite manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Support and assist with engineering design review
• Support material and part qualifications internal to Boeing and at suppliers
• Provide engineering support to the production system
• Possess and encourage others to have a mindset of Safety and First Pass Quality
• Influence others to exhibit Boeing Values and Behavior

Skills

Engineering experience

Reading drawings & specs

Composites manufacturing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, etc.

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.

Boeing Commercial Airplanes Materials & Processes (BCA M&P) is seeking an Associate or Experienced Composites Engineer (Level 2 or 3) for the 787 Fuselage Engineering Support Team in North Charleston, South Carolina.

At Boeing South Carolina, we are shaping the future of aerospace. As the exclusive site of the revolutionary 787 Dreamliner, our team delivers one of the most advanced commercial airplanes in the world — connecting people, economies, and possibilities across the globe. We are accelerating production, expanding our capabilities, and building our engineering team to carry the 787 program into its next chapter. This is your opportunity to be a part of a high-impact Engineering Support team that enables our 787 Airplane Program.

As an M&P engineer, you will define engineering requirements to develop, select, or recommend parts, materials, processes, manufacturing technologies, machinery, tools, and automation systems used in product design and manufacturing in accordance with contractual and regulatory obligations.

Additionally, you will qualify new materials, parts and processes to meet requirements and manage test and audit programs to qualify suppliers to applicable requirements. You will conduct analysis to characterize performance or determine reasons for failure of tools, materials, parts or processes to drive subsequent corrective or preventative actions. M&P engineers are responsible for using project management tools to meet cost, technical, and schedule requirements while incorporating 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.

Position Responsibilities

• Support and assist with engineering design review
• Support material and part qualifications internal to Boeing and at suppliers
• Provide engineering support to the production system
• Possess and encourage others to have a mindset of Safety and First Pass Quality
• Influence others to exhibit Boeing Values and Behavior

This position may require up to 20 - 25% travel, domestically or internationally.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/ Experience)

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or Chemistry
• 2+ years of experience in an Engineering or Manufacturing environment
• Experience interpreting engineering drawings and specifications
• Experience working with composites and/or composite manufacturing

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• 5 or more years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience in a materials and processes engineering environment
• Experience with aerospace composites technology
• Experience with composite part and/or material qualification
• Experience working with suppliers associated with an engineering production system
• Problem solving, communication, and teamwork skills

Conflict of Interest

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift.

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.

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 for Associate (Level 2): $91,800 - $124,200 Summary pay range for Experienced (Level 3): $112,200 – $151,800 Applications for this position will be accepted until Oct. 01, 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.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

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.