Maintenance Engineer (Associate Level)

Boeing; Tukwila (WA); On-site; USD 78,200 - 105,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Health insurance

Retirement savings plans

Job summary

A leading aerospace company seeks a Maintenance Engineer (Associate Level) in Tukwila, WA. This role involves collaborating with engineering teams to support maintenance and inspections. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and at least 2 years of experience with advanced electronic systems. Strong communication skills and a customer-focused mindset are essential. The position involves on-site work with some travel and requires the ability to tackle engineering challenges, making it an exciting opportunity for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in maintenance of advanced electronic systems.
• Demonstrated curiosity and strong sense of ownership for deliverables.
• Ability to convey technical information clearly.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate on engineering solutions for maintenance and inspections.
• Provide customer service to end-users.
• Support engineering efforts in change management.

Skills

Team player with a customer-focused mindset

Strong communication skills

Proficiency in MS Office

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

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 Global Services (BGS) and the Boeing Maintenance Engineering (BME) team is seeking a Maintenance Engineer (Associate Level) to support our team in Tukwila, WA. Our team develops and builds comprehensive electronic technical publications that are leveraged by both maintenance and flight operations. Our solutions incorporate contributions from across the Boeing Company for internal and external users in the Military Commercial Derivative Aircraft space. This position gives a unique opportunity to engage with teams from many facets of Boeing’s core businesses and to make a real difference for our customers.

This role will engage with enterprise engineering teams and contribute significantly to change management and configuration management. The position will identify and develop new procedures and product features to support new aircraft modifications, enhance and optimize existing aircraft technical publications based on customer feedback, and provide engineering support to our customers to overcome urgent real‑world challenges.

Position Responsibilities

• Collaborate on engineering solutions that support maintenance, inspections, repair, replacement of parts, teardown, re‑assembly, calibration, testing and operational checks to ensure proper system performance.
• Collaborate on engineering solutions to fault isolate and correct malfunctions and verify the service condition of components, system and subsystem of aircraft systems.
• Ability to work on‑site 5 days per week.
• May be asked to support other programs or perform other duties as needed.
• Provide customer service to end‑users (aircrew, domain experts, and engineering).
• Perform additional duties as assigned by manager or site/shift lead.
• Some travel may be required.
• Ability to work 5 days a week onsite, Tukwila, WA.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non‑US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement.
• 2+ years of experience in the maintenance and/or operation of advanced electronic systems such as aircraft avionics, electronics/computer system, or large network and information systems.
• Self‑starter with demonstrated curiosity and a strong sense of ownership for deliverables.
• Team player with a customer‑focused mindset.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to convey technical information clearly to stakeholders.
• Proficiency in MS Office.

Preferred Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in the maintenance and/or operation of advanced electronic systems such as aircraft avionics, electronics/computer system, or large network and information systems.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal), including the ability to tailor messages for technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Experience with FAA regulatory requirements or similar safety‑critical industry standards, including understanding of certification/compliance processes.
• Demonstrated ability to simplify complexity and add clarity in ambiguous situations—e.g., structuring unclear problems, framing trade‑offs, and making data‑informed recommendations.
• Evidence of driving projects to completion with minimal supervision, including prioritizing work, managing dependencies, and meeting commitments.
• Experience collaborating across functions or organizations and influencing stakeholders to align on technical decisions.
• Track record of identifying risks early and proposing actionable mitigation plans that protect schedule and resource commitments.
• Recognition or feedback indicating strong customer focus and effective partnership with internal and external stakeholders.

Union

This is a Union Represented position.

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.

General

All information provided will be checked and may be verified. Please apply ASAP for this role as recruitment may commence before the end date.

Pay Transparency & Total Rewards

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. Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Pay Range

Associate‑Level Summary Pay Range: $78,200 – $105,800

Application Deadline

Applications for this position will be accepted until Dec. 22, 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.

Education

Bachelor'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 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.