Job Description
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Primary Job Responsibilities
Materials & Processes (M&P) engineer is needed to support the goals and objectives of the various Boeing commercial programs (737/767/777/787) and projects being conducted by Boeing Technology Innovation (BTI) Materials and Process Engineering in China. We are looking for a composite engineer who can work collaboratively on multiple technical field (e.g. Composite raw material and part manufacturing, and relevant material and part testing etc.) and act as the company representative at suppliers, sub-tier suppliers, and academic premises.
Interface with stakeholders in Boeing procurement and quality organizations and Boeing Suppliers to ensure M&P support is integrated with airplane schedule and rate requirements.Support Supply Chain composite part qualification project milestones monitor and coordinate technical stakeholders working on the aligned project goal.Lead and participate root-cause and corrective action activities with suppliers to ensure manufacturing processes and manufactured parts meeting engineering and regulatory requirementsLead and initiate technology and process optimizations to drive continuous improvement on quality and safety, and to reduce production costs and flowsDevelop suppliers to ensure materials, processes and equipment readiness. Support qualification & audit programs to qualify suppliers to applicable engineering requirementsChina AVIC CCAC 737 and 787 rudder new composite workshop construction, equipment and part qualification, production ramp up, and process improvement support.Support Boeing BCA Supply Chain stability and security thru execution on China 2nd source or China risk mitigation program (737, 777X, and 787 composites parts moved out from Boeing Tianjin Composites (BTC) to Boeing Composites Malaysia (BCM) and other suppliers in the APAC region.Supplier capability and risk evaluation for various new work movement composite part packages bid by China region suppliersWork with US BCA M&P initiative teams (BCA Materials and Processes Engineering) on Work Movement Risk Review (WMRR)Regular Qualified Product/Process List (QPL) oversight to ensure supply chain stability and low riskSupport localization of materials relevant to Non-metal (including ACT honeycomb localization and Lanti-an PVF localization project) in ChinaActively engage composite lab management and relevant test coordinationLead high Technical Readiness Level Research & Development (R&D) trials in production environments to develop and valid new materials, processes and technologiesOther job related information
Travel up to 40% will be required within China to fulfill this work statement at Boeing suppliers and to USA as needed.
Qualifications
Education
Engineering and/or Science degree of Bachelor or above in Material Science, Material Engineering or similar degrees.
Must to have
Have a minimum of 10 years proven working experience on commercial airplane composite materials, parts, or processes with OEM and/or suppliersSound technical and domain experience in at least one technology area in prepreg (carbon and fiberglass) laminate and composite sandwich structure manufacturing (prepreg cutting, layup, and autoclave curing), machining, and NDI inspection etc.Solid knowledge on aramid, adhesives, thermoset/thermoplastic resins etc composite raw material.Excellent written and oral communication skills both in English and ChineseAbility to lead and develop multidiscipline and geographically dispersed teamStrong project management skills with ability to manage and lead multiple projects with high level quality and minimal guidanceAbility to lead root-cause and corrective action in a structured mannerStrong leadership and ability to proactively develop and improve current M&P and manufacturing processesExcellent technical and analytic skillsGood to Have
Flexibility to work on different technology areas and applications related to aerospace manufacturingExperience working collaboratively with international groups at the Multinational Corporations (MNC)Strong preference will be given to candidates with experience in Boeing design and build processes, and especially to engineers with Boeing material (BMS) and process (BAC) specification knowledgeThis requisition is for an international, locally hired position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the country where the position is located. Benefits and pay are determined at the local level and are not on Boeing US-based payroll.
Applications for this position will be accepted until Oct. 12, 2025
Export Control Requirements: This is not an Export Control position.
Education
Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required
Relocation
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.
Visa Sponsorship
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Shift
Not a Shift Worker (China)
Equal Opportunity Employer:
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law.
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