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Manufacturing Engineer - Electrical (Associate or Mid-Level)

Company:

The Boeing Company

Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) Space, Intelligence & Weapons Systems (SIWS) is seeking an Associate or Mid-Level Manufacturing Engineer (Level 2 or 3) specializing in Electrical manufacturing to support production activities in El Segundo, CA.

This role focuses on developing, implementing, and sustaining hands-on manufacturing processes for PCB assemblies (PCBA's) and unit builds, ensuring quality, producibility, and cost-effective production. The position requires hands-on, on-site engagement.

Position Responsibilities:

• Develop, qualify, and optimize manufacturing processes for Printed Circuit Board Assembly (PCBA) production and electronic box or unit build.

• Produce and maintain manufacturing documentation: process flows, work instructions, assembly guides, routings, tooling specifications, and process control plans

• Lead process validations, first-article inspections, failure investigations, root-cause analyses, corrective actions, and continuous improvement efforts

• Interface with design engineering, quality, procurement, test engineering, and production teams to resolve manufacturability and producibility issues

• Define and specify manufacturing tooling, jigs, fixtures, and test equipment; support procurement and supplier integration

• Support production ramps, capacity planning, and troubleshooting on the shop floor to ensure schedule and quality targets are met

• Implement and sustain Lean and Six Sigma practices to improve throughput, reduce waste, and enhance product quality

• Ensure compliance with Boeing manufacturing standards, industry standards, and applicable regulatory requirements

• Mentor and train production personnel on processes, work instructions, and best practices

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):

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

• 2+ years' experience with Printed Circuit Board (PCB) design or manufacturing

• 2+ years' experience defining process flows, process diagrams, and process documentation

• Proficient with CAD/ECAD basics (CREO, SolidWorks, or similar), manufacturing data systems (MES/PLM), and Microsoft Office tools

• Familiarity with soldering, component bonding, coating of boards, forming leads, harness assembly, and electronic test methodologies

• Willing to travel up to 25% of the time domestically

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Experience in aerospace or defense manufacturing environments

• Familiarity with IPC standards (e.g., IPC-A-610, J-STD-001), MIL-STD, and DFx/ DFMA for electronics

• Certification in Lean, Six Sigma (Green/Black Belt), or Manufacturing Engineering certifications

• Experience with test fixture design, automated test equipment (ATE), and environmental/EMC test support

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 and 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.

Associate (Level 2) Summary pay range: $90,950 - $123,050

Mid-Level (Level 3) Summary pay range: $111,350 - $150,650

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent

Relocation:

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Export Control Requirement:

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.

Safety Sensitive:

This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.

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 U.S. Top Secret/SCI Clearance Pre-Start and final U.S. Top Secret/SCI Clearance Post-Start is required.

Visa Sponsorship:

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program

This position is not contingent upon program award

Shift:

Shift 1 (United States of America)

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