Entry Level Manufacturing Engineer Jobs in Renton, WA

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Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) has an exciting opportunity for an Entry Level or Associate Procurement Agent to join our dynamic team in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma or Tukwila, Washington.

The Level 1 or 2 Procurement Agent provides day-to-day procurement and purchasing support for the E7 program, ensuring timely, compliant acquisition of parts, services, and materials.

Key Responsibilities

• Create purchase orders in the procurement system per E7 program requirements and Boeing procurement policies.
• Monitor order status, track deliveries, and coordinate with suppliers and internal stakeholders (engineering, manufacturing, quality, planning) to resolve routine delivery or documentation issues.
• Support supplier communication and onboarding activities including requesting quotes, confirming specifications, and documenting supplier commitments.
• Maintain accurate procurement records, update supplier and part data, and ensure documentation meets audit requirements.
• Support small sourcing actions and assist with basic negotiations under supervision.

Position Responsibilities - Entry Level 1:

• Assists with continuous review and analysis of demand and supply
• Supports the sourcing strategies, negotiations and documenting of contracts and agreements
• Gathers data for supplier performance evaluation and improvement opportunities

Position Responsibilities - Associate Level 2:

• Performs continuous review and analysis of demand and supply
• Prepares and executes proprietary information agreements
• Supports sourcing strategies, negotiations and documenting of contracts and agreements
• Communicates performance expectations and metrics to evaluate and monitor supplier performance

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.

Shift:

This position is for 1st shift.

This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.15 is required. "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Basic Qualifications for Procurement Agent 1(Required Skill/Experience):

• High school diploma or GED
• 0-2 years of procurement, purchasing, supply chain, or administrative experience; internships or co-op experience relevant.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel; experience with ERP or procurement systems a plus.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple tasks in a deadline-driven environment.

Basic Qualifications for Procurement Agent 2 (Required Skills/Experience):

• More than 1 year of experience in negotiating contracts or managing suppliers
• More than 1 year of experience in Supplier Management/ Procurement as a Purchasing Agent or Buyer.

Preferred Qualifications for Procurement Agent 2 (Desired Skills/Experience):

• More than 1 year of experience managing suppliers/vendors to deliver products and services.
• More than 1 year of experience with proposal development and contract negotiations.
• More than 1 year of experience working with U.S. Department of Defense contracts.
• Bachelor's degree or higher
• More than 1 year of experience with various contract types for example: Time & Materials, Firm Fixed Price, Cost Plus type Government contracts, etc.

• Entry Level 1: Related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Associate Level 2: More than 1 year of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Typical Education/Experience:

Entry Level 1: Typically related work experience or relevant military experience. Advanced degree (e.g. Bachelor, Master, etc.) preferred, but not required.

Associate Level 2: Typically 3 or more years' related work experience or relevant military experience. Advanced degree (e.g. Bachelor, Master, etc.) preferred, but not required.

Conflict of Interest:

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

Relocation:

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.

Travel:

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

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeingis 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 for Level 1:

Oklahoma City, OK $54,400 - $67,200

Tukwila, WA $62,900 - $77,700

Summary pay range for Level 2:

Oklahoma City, OK $64,600 - $79,800

Tukwila, WA $74,800 - $92,400

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