Composite Material Process & Physics (MP&P) Engineer (Associate, Experienced)

Job Description

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.

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.

The Boeing Company is currently seeking an Composite Material Process & Physics (MP&P) Engineer to support our Composite Materials & Structures (CMS) team located in North Charleston, SC.

Our teams are currently hiring for a broad range of experience levels including: Associate, and Experienced level Composite Material Process & Physics (MP&P) Engineer.

CMS is a research and development organization within the Engineering & Technology Innovation (E&TI) organization focused on technology development of composite fabrication techniques and next generation material systems. The team matures technology through testing, analysis, and demonstration for the intent of transitioning to existing or future Boeing platforms. In our state-of-the-art composite fabrication labs, our engineers and technical analysts lead and execute a variety of composite materials & fabrication development projects, transforming ideas into reality. We work closely with other E&TI groups, Boeing Commercial Airlines (BCA) Product Development (PD), BCA Airplane Program teams, and Boeing Defense & Space counterparts to identify, develop and transition technology needs to Boeing products.

As a Composites MP&P engineer, you will work both independently and collaborate with experienced peers, leads, and mentors to develop and/or mature new fabrication methods on existing or next generation materials, perform composite fabrication and forming processes in support of technology development, and manage projects and tasks for development research programs. The chosen candidate will be motivated, self-driven and will have excellent written and verbal communication skills. A successful candidate will employ technical creativity, passion for continuous improvement, and enjoy hands-on lab-based activities. This is an on-site position, and you will be expected to spend most of your time in a laboratory environment. We are a collaborative team, therefore you will work with cross-functional teammates including Material Processes & Physics (MP&P) Engineers, Design & Structural Engineers, Quality Engineers & Inspectors, Test Engineers & Operators, Assembly Mechanics, and support teams, so a collaborative attitude and the willingness to work together are vital to our team’s success.

Position Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with a highly motivated team of engineers and technicians to develop and optimize next generation composite material systems and composite material forming and fabrication techniques

• Apply engineering principles to improve or mature new and existing products and processes by working with engineers and technicians on the design, development, fabrication, testing, evaluation and implementation

• Collect, analyze, and report on experimental data; prepare summaries and present findings/progress

• Develop and maintain process documentation, work instructions, and process control plans for production transitions

• Take ownership of critical Boeing specifications for composite materials and/or fabrication processes

• Conduct supplier evaluations and material qualification activities

• Support the training and development of others

• Follow safety, quality, and environmental procedures in the lab and manufacturing areas

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/ Experience):

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement

• 2+ years of related work experience

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Understanding of mechanics of materials and material physics

• Understanding of composite materials and processing methods

• Knowledge of composite design considerations and failure modes

• Ability to utilize CATIA for interrogation of part geometries

• Ability to read, understand, and interpret engineering drawings and specifications

• Strong problem solving and experimental skills; ability to apply knowledge of materials engineering and scientific principles to develop, design, analyze, test, and validate solutions for complex systems, sub-systems, and designs

• Solid written and verbal skills

• Inter-personal communication skills

• Analytical skills

• Familiarization with Microsoft Office applications

• Ability to collaborate with others

Travel:

Position may require travel up to 10% of the time.

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace (DFW) 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 for Associate Level (Level 2): $91,800 - $124,200

Summary Pay Range for Mid-Level (Level 3): $112,200 - $151,800

Applications for this position will be accepted until Jul. 30, 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

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

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.