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The Boeing Company is currently seeking an Experienced Metallurgical Lab Technician to join our team in Seattle, WA.

The Materials & Fracture Analysis lab consists of a team of subject matter experts who apply engineering knowledge of materials, processes, and physics engineering disciplines (materials science, chemistry, physics) to support the engineering, manufacture, and sustainment of Boeing products regarding the design, production, application, and maintenance of mechanical and structural systems.

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

Position Responsibilities:

• Assists with the development or improvement of inspection or test techniques
• Follows documented procedures to set up and calibrate specialized test or measurement equipment
• Assists in the documentation of procedures for setting up and calibrating test equipment
• Follows documented procedures to perform tests or inspections and collects data for evaluation of process equipment, software, solutions, products or materials

• Perform macroscopic/microscopic examination of metal or composite parts to specified criteria and determination of conformity.

• Elevates anomalous results as required
• Documents and communicates standard test, analysis or measurement results to ensure compliance with regulatory and contractual requirements
• Works under general supervision
• May require working at heights and enclosed spaces

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Associate’s Degree or higher, a technical certificate or degree, or 3 more years of equivalent technical experience
• Experience cutting, mounting and polishing chemically etch and interpret metallurgical mounted samples
• 2 + years of experience working in a laboratory setting, performing testing to standards, and providing laboratory service to customers.
• Experience utilizing and following detailed work instructions, reading and interpreting blueprints, drawings, or specifications
• Ability to work with High Hazard Chemicals
• Experience maintaining industrial equipment

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Experience preparing and working with chemicals including etchants, and cutting fluids
• Experience with the operation of industrial equipment including band saws, cutting saws, grinding, polishing, etc.
• Experience with the operation of precision instruments including microscopes, optical comparators, spectrometers, and mechanical test frames
• Experience with photography and performing photo editing to document conditions of parts for analysis
• Experience with Microsoft office suite

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.

• Summary pay range for Associate (Level 3): $68,850 - $93,150

Applications for this position will be accepted until Nov. 14, 2025

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

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.