Associate Finishes and Corrosion Protection Engineer

About the role

Boeing Commercial Airplanes Materials & Processes (BCA M&P) is seeking an Associate Finishes & Corrosion Protection Engineer (Level 2) to join the 787 Wing & Empennage Engineering Support Team in North Charleston, South Carolina. This position is 100% onsite with up to 20% domestic or international travel.

Responsibilities

• Assist with defining engineering requirements; select or recommend parts, materials, processes, manufacturing technologies, tools, and automation systems to support product design and manufacturing in accordance with contractual and regulatory obligations
• Plan and execute qualification activities for new materials, parts, processes, and suppliers, including test programs and audits
• Perform routine failure and performance analyses of tools, materials, parts, or processes to identify root causes and recommend corrective or preventive actions
• Support management of test programs, supplier qualifications, and related documentation to ensure compliance with program requirements
• Apply project management tools to meet cost, technical, and schedule objectives for assigned tasks and projects
• Integrate environmental health and safety, LEAN, and Quality principles into materials/process design, research and qualification, procedures, and laboratory/office operations
• Collaborate with design, manufacturing, quality, suppliers, and other engineering teams to support product development and production readiness
• Maintain technical records, specifications, and reports to support audits, certifications, and continuous improvement efforts
• Possess and encourage others to have a mindset of Safety and First Pass Quality
• Influence others to exhibit Boeing Values and Behaviors

Basic Qualifications

• 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 with chemical technology or a material focus area: paints, coatings, finishes, and/or sealants

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a materials and processes engineering environment
• Experience with aerospace inorganic finishes, including surface treatments and plating
• Experience with aerospace organic finishes, including paints, coatings, and sealants
• Experience with aerospace chemical coating application
• Experience with coating and finishes material qualification
• Experience working with suppliers associated with an engineering production system
• Problem solving, communication, and teamwork skills

Shift

This position is for 1st shift.