Senior Manufacturing Engineer

About the role

Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) in Hazelwood, MO is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer, with expertise in airplane structures, production readiness and composite fabrication. In this role, you will be instrumental in ensuring the success of the stand-up of a composite fabrication center within the BDS Fabrication organization. At Boeing St. Louis, we are leaders in aerospace innovation, committed to shaping the future of flight. Our facility serves as a hub for advanced manufacturing, where we design and produce cutting-edge military products that are vital to national defense. We take pride in our dedication to quality, safety, and sustainability.

Position Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement manufacturing processes for air vehicle structures with composite fabrication parts
• Ensure production readiness by identifying and mitigating risks, optimizing workflows, and enhancing operational efficiency
• Support operations by streamlining processes, improving quality, and ensuring timely delivery of products to our customers
• Utilize data analysis and engineering principles to drive continuous improvement initiatives
• Participate in design reviews and provide input on manufacturability and assembly considerations

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• This position requires an active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (US Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)
• 9 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. PhD+4 years' related work experience, Master+7 years' related work experience)
• 1+ years of experience in composites fabrication

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Civil Engineering
• Experience supporting defense and/or aerospace customers
• Experience with 3D model-based instruction
• Experience with any of the following: Siemens NX, IVT, CREO, CATIA, MES, Gold, PrimeR, Aurora, VisVSA, DELMIA
• Experience with VisMockup, ProModel, FlexSim, 3D Printed Parts, Maker Space, ImDev, ICIDO, Multi-Monitor Collaborative Rooms, rapid prototyping or manufacturing
• Experience leading Full Size Determinant Assembly (FSDA) development/deployment activity
• Experience with Manufacturing Execution Systems common image (MESci)
• Experience reviewing and approving other engineers' work (installation plans, tool orders, line stock checks, etc.)

Pay

Summary Pay Range: $126,650 - $171,350. Potential signing bonus for eligible/qualified external candidates.

Schedule

This position is for 1st shift.

Additional Information

• Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position
• Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status
• Applications for this position will be accepted until Jul. 23, 2026
• 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