Boeing Defense & Space is seeking a motivated and talented Materials and Processes Engineer - Chemistry, Contamination Control and Coatings specializing in analytical chemistry and aerospace finishing systems. We are seeking a Mid-Level, Senior or Subject Matter Expert Engineer to join our team to join our Chemical Technology team located at the Boeing facility in Huntington Beach, California. The Huntington Beach team is looking for an experienced analytical and experimental test chemist, with over 10 years' experience working in analytical labs to work on a wide variety of programs including space launch vehicles, satellites, commercial aircraft, and underwater vehicles. Broad knowledge of laboratory instrumentation and aerospace materials is required, as well as the ability to design and construct unique test set-ups utilizing the candidate's knowledge of chemistry, materials, laboratory equipment and physics. The successful candidate shall be comfortable leading complex projects, such as development and qualification of materials, with a diverse team of support staff. They should be able to develop laboratory test plans which factor in safety as well as available laboratory resources to support a wide variety of Boeing programs. Boeing offers competitive compensation as well as work-life balance. The lab is looking for this candidate to have experience repairing a variety of equipment and be comfortable using and maintaining older laboratory instruments. When the appropriate equipment is not available the successful candidate will be capable of building up novel testing setups to resolve problems with materials, parts, or processes. Familiarity with aerospace materials will include knowing commonly used materials and their associated processes, applicable analytical methods as well as being able to verify and establish requirements in associated material specifications. Knowledge of hygergolic materials and safe handling is a plus. Finally, the successful candidate will mentor junior staff to grow their skills and confidence in the laboratory. They will also be able to work with offsite team members and with minimal supervision required.
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Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
Education Level
Bachelor's degree