Job Responsibilities
Formulate, optimize, and qualify sealants, adhesives (structural and non-structural), elastomers, gaskets, and rubber compounds for application-specific requirements (adhesion, flexibility, environmental resistance, outgassing, curing behavior).
Define material specifications, acceptance criteria, and test methods for SAR materials and assemblies.
Design, execute, and interpret tests: adhesion (lap shear, peel), cure kinetics, rheology/viscosity, hardness (shore A/D), tensile/elongation, compression set, fatigue/cycling, environmental exposure (temperature, humidity, UV), outgassing, and chemical resistance.
Develop and maintain application processes (dispensing, priming, curing, bonding, pot life control) and process controls for lab and manufacturing environments.
Lead root cause analysis for sealant/adhesive/rubber failures; implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) and track effectiveness.
Support manufacturing scale-up and process transfer: create work instructions, develop process control plans, conduct trials, and provide operator training.
Qualify and audit suppliers for raw materials, adhesives, and elastomeric components; review supplier test reports and certificates of conformance.
Ensure compliance with industry and regulatory standards (ASTM, D6, aerospace outgassing standards).
Maintain lab equipment (calibrate rheometers, ovens, adhesion testers, environmental chambers) and inventory of materials/consumables.
Prepare technical reports, test plans, and qualification packages; present results to cross-functional stakeholders (Design, Quality, Production, Procurement)
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
Bachelors degree in Materials Science, Polymer Science, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline
Typically 3+ years hands-on experience with adhesives, sealants, elastomers, or rubber formulations and testing (less for entry-level; 5+ years preferred for mid-level roles)
Practical experience with adhesion testing, cure evaluation, and mechanical testing of elastomers
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
Masters or PhD in relevant field or equivalent advanced experience
Experience with structural adhesives, silicone and polyurethane sealants, anaerobic adhesives, RTVs, epoxies, and elastomer compounding
Prior industry experience in aerospace, automotive, defense, or industrial sealing systems
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SCOPE OF OPEN ROLE
Job Code: 6F4BI3 (6A8) - MP&P Engineer 3 (Chemical/Contamination)
#Positions: 4
Target Start Date: ASAP
Is this Req part of the VC25B, Phantomworks or Space and Launch Programs?: Ask Manager
Work Location/Building: Auburn, WA 17-66
Remote, onsite or a combination of both? 100% onsite
Are you okay with out-of-state candidates?: Yes, must relocate at own expense
Work Schedule (i.e. FT, PT, On-Call): FT
Direct or Indirect: Direct
BUSINESS UNIT: Corporate
COMPANY UNIT: The Boeing Company
Shift Expectations (First, Second, Third): 1st
Start Time: 5:00 am, flexible
Does this worker follow a 9x80 Work Schedule?: No
OT/DOT expected?: Possible OT opportunities
Does this position require a U.S. Person for purposes of Export Compliance?: Yes
Requested Security Clearance: No
Is Clearance Required to Start?: No
Safety Sensitive? (DOD, EFO, FAA, FMCSA, NASA, Not Required): No
Domestic travel required?: Yes, possible travel for training
International travel required?: No
o Will a credit card be issued? Yes
Are you open to communication with suppliers during the candidate search process?:
ADDITIONAL COMMENTS
Successful completion of training is a contingency for all assignments? Classroom and OTJ training
INTERVIEW/HIRING PROCESS
Interview/hiring process? (ex: select based on resume, phone, in person, panel, etc.) Teams meeting, camera required
| Location | Auburn, WA |