Next Generation Air Dominance Composite Manufacturing Engineer – Entry Level/Associate

The Boeing Company; Berkeley (MO); On-site; USD 71,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

The Boeing Company in Berkeley, MO, is seeking an Entry Level or Associate Composite Manufacturing Engineer to support design transfer, process development, and production of advanced composite structures. You will work on hand layup, AFP, resin infusion, and autoclave cures, with growth into a leadership role.

Two career levels exist: Level 1 focuses on process support and learning; Level 2 adds ownership, continuous improvement, and mentoring responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in engineering or related field with 0–2 years of experience acceptable.
• Basic understanding of composite materials, curing, layup and tooling.
• Experience reading engineering drawings and using 3D modeling tools.
• US citizenship and ability to obtain US security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Support and document composite manufacturing processes including tooling, materials handling, layup/AFP, cure, trimming, and assembly
• Develop and maintain process travelers, work instructions, and standard operating procedures
• Execute and analyze first article inspections, process capability studies, and production validations
• Troubleshoot production issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions
• Collaborate with design, quality, production, suppliers, and supply chain to ensure successful product delivery
• Support process improvement and Lean initiatives to increase yield and reduce cycle time
• Participate in manufacturing readiness reviews, DFMEA/PFMEA, and change control boards
• Maintain safety and environmental compliance in manufacturing areas
• Level 2: lead small engineering projects, mentor junior engineers, and act as technical lead for assigned products or cells

Skills

Reading engineering drawings

Microsoft Office suite

Basic understanding of composite材料

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related field

Tools

NX

Catia

CADD

Job description

Next Generation Air Dominance Composite Manufacturing Engineer – Entry Level/Associate

Company: The Boeing Company

Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) has an exciting opportunity for Entry Level or Associate Composite Manufacturing Engineers to support design transfer, process development, and production of advanced composite structures for up-and-coming Proprietary programs in Berkeley, MO.

This job description covers two career levels: Level 1 — Entry level engineer focused on process support, documentation, and learning core composite manufacturing methods. Level 2 — Associate level engineer with demonstrated technical ownership of processes, continuous improvement leadership, and production troubleshooting.

Job Purpose Provide engineering support for composite manufacturing lines through development, qualification, improvement, and sustainment of processes (e.g., hand layup, automated fiber placement, resin infusion, autoclave cures). Ensure parts meet quality, cost, and schedule targets.

Position Responsibilities

• Support and document composite manufacturing processes including tooling, materials handling, layup/AFP, cure, trimming, and assembly
• Develop and maintain process travelers, work instructions, and standard operating procedures
• Execute and analyze first article inspections, process capability studies, and production validations
• Troubleshoot production issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions
• Collaborate with design, quality, production, suppliers, and supply chain to ensure successful product delivery
• Support process improvement and Lean initiatives to increase yield and reduce cycle time
• Participate in manufacturing readiness reviews, DFMEA/PFMEA, and change control boards
• Maintain safety and environmental compliance in manufacturing areas
• Level 2: lead small engineering projects, mentor junior engineers, and act as technical lead for assigned products or cells

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• 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 0–2 years of relevant experience (internships, co-ops, or production/technician experience acceptable).
• Basic understanding of composite materials, curing processes, layup, autoclave operations, and tooling.
• Experience reading engineering drawings
• Experience with 3D solid modeling software applications (e.g. NX, Catia, CADD)
• Experience with Microsoft Office suite
• This position requires the ability to obtain a US Security Clearance for which the US Government requires US Citizenship as a condition of employment.
• An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.
• This position requires the ability to obtain Special Program Access, for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship only.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Level 2: 2 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience
• Proven experience with process development for composite layup, wet layup, and cure cycles
• Familiarity with design-to-manufacturing interfaces, DFMEA, process capability, and statistical methods
• Experience with Root cause analysis
• Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) or Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) experience
• Experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) or Material Requirements Planning (MRP) systems
• Experience with aerospace composite specifications and certification processes.
• Knowledge of NDI techniques.
• Hands‑on experience with autoclaves, ovens, composite tooling, and cure monitoring.
• Certifications: Lean, Six Sigma (Green Belt), or equivalent process improvement training.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills and ability to work in cross‑functional teams.
• Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
• 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 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.
• The Boeing 401(k) helps you save for your future, with contributions from Boeing that can help you grow your retirement savings.
• Our best-in-class retirement benefit features: Best in class 401(k) plan: we’ll match your contributions dollar for dollar, up to 10% of eligible pay with Immediate 100% vesting Student Loan Match: The Boeing 401(k) Student Loan Match allows eligible enrolled U.S. employees to have their qualified student loan debt payments counted, along with any match‑eligible contributions they make, for purposes of determining the Company Match to employees' Boeing 401(k) accounts.
• Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
• Summary pay range Level 1: $71,400 - $96,600 Summary pay range Level 2: $85,000 - $115,000
• Language Requirements: Not Applicable
• Education: Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent
• Relocation: This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.
• Export Control Requirement: 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.
• Safety Sensitive: This is not a Safety Sensitive 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. This position requires ability to obtain program access, for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship only.
• Visa Sponsorship: Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
• Contingent Upon Award Program This position is not contingent upon program award Shift: Shift 1 (United States of America)

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