Associate Finishes and Corrosion Protection Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

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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.

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Boeing Commercial Airplanes Materials & Processes (BCA M&P) is seeking an Associate Finishes & Corrosion Protection Engineer (Level 2) to join our 787 Wing & Empennage Engineering Support Team in North Charleston, South Carolina.

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At Boeing South Carolina, we are shaping the future of aerospace. As the exclusive site of the revolutionary 787 Dreamliner, our teams deliver 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.

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Position Responsibilities:

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  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

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  Plan and execute qualification activities for new materials, parts, processes, and suppliers, including test programs and audits

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  Perform routine failure and performance analyses of tools, materials, parts, or processes to identify root causes and recommend corrective or preventive actions

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  Support management of test programs, supplier qualifications, and related documentation to ensure compliance with program requirements

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  Apply project management tools to meet cost, technical, and schedule objectives for assigned tasks and projects

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  Integrate environmental health and safety, LEAN, and Quality principles into materials/process design, research and qualification, procedures, and laboratory/office operations

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  Collaborate with design, manufacturing, quality, suppliers, and other engineering teams to support product development and production readiness

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  Maintain technical records, specifications, and reports to support audits, certifications, and continuous improvement efforts

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  Possess and encourage others to have a mindset of Safety and First Pass Quality

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  Influence others to exhibit Boeing Values and Behaviors

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This position is expected to be 100% onsite.  The selected candidate will be required to work onsite in North Charleston, South Carolina.

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

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Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/ Experience):

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  Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry

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  2+ years of experience in an Engineering or Manufacturing environment

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  Experience interpreting engineering drawings and specifications

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  Experience with chemical technology or a material focus area: paints, coating, finishes, and/or sealants

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Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

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  Experience in a materials and processes engineering environment

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  Experience with aerospace inorganic finishes, including surface treatments and plating

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  Experience with aerospace organic finishes, including paints, coatings, and sealants

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  Experience with aerospace chemical coating application

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  Experience with coating and finishes material qualification

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  Experience working with suppliers associated with an engineering production system

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  Problem solving, communication, and teamwork skills

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Conflict of Interest:
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Shift:

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This position is for 1st shift.

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Drug Free Workplace:

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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 .

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Pay & Benefits:

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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. 

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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. 

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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.

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Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

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Summary pay range: $91,800 – $124,200

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Applications for this position will be accepted until Sept. 12, 2026

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Export Control Requirements:

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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.

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Export Control Details:

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US based job, US Person required

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Education

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Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required

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Relocation

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This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

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Visa Sponsorship

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Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

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Shift

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This position is for 1st shift

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Equal Opportunity Employer:

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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.