Career Quality Engineer

Job Description

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Boeing Commercial Airplanes (BCA) is looking for a Career Supplier Quality Engineer (Level 3) to join the Prevention and Work Movement Team, based out of Everett, WA.

As a Career Supplier Quality Engineer, you will work on developing and implementing preventive measures/processes to identify and mitigate risk in the supply base. The selected candidate will work within a start-up and diverse team and in a dynamic environment to shape the long-term strategy for escape prevention.

We are looking for an individual who is passionate about problem solving, engaging with the production system, and doing complex data analysis. Quality Engineers support existing production through process improvement techniques involving defect reduction, verification system design and improvements, and ensure compliance with requirements. Our quality engineers get involved in complex engineering and production challenges and have a critical role in the continuous improvement of our quality management system, products, and production system.

We are committed to providing our team with opportunities for growth in a stable work environment. We encourage every teammate to feel empowered to bring their best through creativity and innovation as this drives a positive culture through transparency, safety, quality, and respect. Above all, employees will be provided with the opportunity to seek, speak, and listen within the organization which they are encouraged to share externally with each Boeing customer to build balanced work relationships.

Position Responsibilities:

• Represents Supplier Quality in Integrated Product Teams IPT as part of Boeing Supply Chain's Work Movement process

• Perform technical risk assessments of proposed SOWs and supplier options across product, process, and program life-cycle dimensions

• Assess supplier capabilities (quality systems, process controls, special processes, metrology, inspection, and corrective/preventive actions) to determine fit for proposed SOW

• Define and validate acceptance criteria, sourcing quality requirements, and transition quality gates for work movement

• Coordinate requirements and expectations with Supply Chain, Supply Chain Engineering, Manufacturing, Program Management, and Supplier Quality Representatives

• Develop supplier assessment plans (onsite audits, virtual assessments, special process qualifications) and execute or coordinate assessments

• Provide go/no-go recommendations for supplier selection and SOW approval, with clear rational and documented risk posture

• Support contract language for quality expectations, source inspection requirements, and special process qualifications where needed

• Track and report risk metrics, readiness status, and quality performance during and after transition; propose continuous improvement actions

• Mentor and coordinate with Supplier Quality Representatives to ensure consistent assessment standards and best practices

• Collaborate with supply chain daily and related stakeholders to identify and address risks associated with work movement within the supply base

• Works under general direction

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite in Everett, WA.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• 5+ years' experience in supplier quality, manufacturing quality, or equivalent in aerospace or highly regulated manufacturing

• Demonstrated experience performing supplier assessments/audits, FMEA, process validation and control, special process oversight (e.g., NDT, heat treat, plating, welding)

• Strong knowledge of relevant quality systems and standards (AS9100, ISO9001) and regulatory/compliance expectations

• Excellent cross-functional communication skills and ability to influence at all levels

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (Aerospace, Mechanical, Industrial, or equivalent) or STEM field from an ABET accredited institution

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Experience in the aerospace industry

• Experience in work movement, source selection, transfer planning, or supplier onboarding is strongly preferred

• Experience, and at least considered an intermediate user, with office tools such Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)

• Experience with utilizing analytic skills: collect, organize, synthesize, and analyze data; summarize findings; develop conclusions and recommendations from appropriate data sources

• Experience with Engineering Process Improvement Methods: knowledge of producibility and process improvement methodologies (e.g., statistical process control (SPC), Six-Sigma)

• Experience with conducting First Article Inspection and/or reviewing AS9102 forms

• Experience leading cross-functional teams

• Ability to present technical findings to various levels of leadership

• Familiar with core supply chain processes and terminology

• Collaborates well with cross-functional teams or Team-focused with strong interpersonal communication

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.

Pay & Benefits:

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.

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

Summary pay range: $107,100 - $144,900

Applications for this position will be accepted until May. 06, 2026

Export Control Requirements:

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.

Export Control Details:

US based job, US Person required

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift

Equal Opportunity Employer:

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.

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.