Liaison Engineer - Portland Fabrication Division (Associate or Mid-Level)

Liaison Engineer - Portland Fabrication Division (Associate or Mid-Level)

Company:

The Boeing Company

Job ID:

00000420744

Date Posted:

2024-04-10

Location:

USA - Portland, OR

Job Description Qualifications:

The Boeing Commercial Airplanes Liaison Engineering Organization is seeking an Associate or Mid-Level Liaison Engineer to support the Boeing Commercial Airplanes Fabrication Division in Portland, Oregon. We are looking for a proactive individual who can make prompt engineering decisions and who want to go beyond their desk and into the factory for hands on engineering.

The Boeing Commercial Airplanes Fabrication Division is responsible for detail and large assembly aircraft part fabrication for follow on integration to our commercial aircraft platforms.

This position requires excellent communication and collaboration skills as the candidate will be partnering closely with production personnel.  The candidate will be the engineering representative on the factory floor transforming design into reality.

This position participates in the approximately 9-month Boeing Company Training Rotation Program, which may involve assignments to the first, second, or third shift, as well as weekend or daily overtime. The specific requirements for shift assignments and overtime vary between sites and are typically covered on a rotation basis. Additionally, there may be travel involved between Boeing Puget Sound sites during the training rotation. This position involves daily exposure to factory environment which includes stairs, trip hazards, high noise areas, chemical hazards (breathing and handling), and entering airplanes during their many stages of build.

Position Responsibilities:

• Analyzes, conducts root cause analysis and develops dispositions for production non-conformances.
• Applies knowledge of Boeing design principles to assess and resolve product/process issues through the product lifecycle.
• Applies engineering principles to research technical, operational and quality issues in support of executing final engineering solutions.
• Identifies documents, analyzes reported problems and communicates deviations that could impact design intent and safety; recommends and manages resolution.
• Develops and implements product/process improvements.
• Supports Integrated Product Teams (IPT) and participates in design reviews.
• Represents the engineering community from initial build through the production and post-production environment.
• Ensures supplier and build partner compliance with Boeing standards.
• Develops customer correspondence for continued safe operation and maintenance of equipment.
• Participates in on-site disabled product repair teams, accident investigation and support teams.
• Analyzes damage repair or structural modification to determine appropriate jacking and shoring, prevent collateral damage and assure a safe work environment.
• Designs interim structural repairs and conducts static strength analysis.
• Develops non-destructive test procedures, tools and standards.

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

Work Authorization:

The position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a “US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 is required. “US Person” includes US Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor's or Masters of Science Degree from an ABET OR ABET equivalent accredited course of study in Engineering
• 1 or more years of experience in structures, systems, design, or production engineering (Associate).

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• 3 or more years of experience in structures, systems, design, or production engineering (Mid- Level).
• 3 or more years of experience working with MRB (Material Review Board) activities related to aircraft systems or structures.
• Hands-on experience with materials and manufacturing processes.

Typical Education & Experience:

• Associate: Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 2 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. Master). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.
• Mid-Level: Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 5 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. PhD, Master+3 years' related work experience). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.

Relocation:

Relocation assistance is a benefit for this position.

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.  

Shift:

• This position is for first shift.
• The candidate may periodically be assigned to first, second, or third shift as well as weekend or daily overtime. This requirement varies from site to site and is typically covered on a rotation basis.

Union Representation:

• This is a union-represented position.  
• In locations where SPEEA representation applies, this job family will be covered by the terms of the collective bargaining agreement. Applicable and appropriate educational/certification credentials from an accredited institution and/or equivalent experience is required.

Pay Range Summary:

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:

Associate (Level 2): $80,750 – $109,250

Mid-Level (Level 3): $96,050 - $129,950

Applications for this position will be accepted through April 30th, 2024

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Relocation:

Relocation is available for eligible candidates, if authorized

Export Control Requirement:

U.S. Government Export Control Status: 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.

Safety Sensitive:

This is not a safety sensitive position

Contingent Upon Award Program

This position is not contingent upon program award

Experience Level:

Individual Contributor - 2

Job Type:

Regular

Job Code:

6H6BI2 (62E)

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