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Lead Manufacturing Engineer (Assembly and Installation)

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Everett, WA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/5/2026
Company:

The Boeing Company

Boeing Commercial Airplanes is hiring Lead Manufacturing Engineers to support operations in Everett, WA. Positions will support: 777/777X Systems program. Successful candidates will thrive in a fast-paced environment and collaborate effectively with engineering teams and mechanics on the factory floor.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Integrate across engineering disciplines to drive producibility requirements into the design of aircraft electrical and mechanical systems using Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA) principles.
  • Participate as a member of an Integrated Product Team (IPT) to develop, identify, and implement conceptual designs and maintain the program architecture for build.
  • Implement technical solutions into the build plan to ensure production safety, stability, and product reliability; lead the complex integration of systems into a repeatable, efficient installation process.
  • Analyze and improve design/build concepts and collect and analyze production data to identify anomalies and investigate root causes when first-pass quality or production efficiency fall outside standards.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve technical problems arising during production to preserve product integrity and minimize impacts to performance, cost, or schedule.
  • Drive innovative tooling and equipment requirements to enable earlier, more ergonomic, and more efficient installation and testing of electrical components.
  • Apply technical knowledge to design and develop manufacturing and assembly processes, tooling, fixtures, and procedures; assist in the development and implementation of production and tooling methodologies.
  • Assist in implementing manufacturing plans, new engineering principles, theories, advanced technologies, and concepts across teams, including electrical systems design, equipment installation, and functional test.
  • Develop and implement process improvements using Lean production methodologies and assist in the implementation of Lean principles and technologies.
  • Regularly engage with mechanics, electricians, suppliers, IPTs, and internal customers to identify and implement opportunities to improve the efficiency and reliability of the aircraft build plan and to develop products, skills, and knowledge.
  • Coordinate with production and design engineers across commodities to ensure integration of electrical systems with all other interfacing airplane components (structures, interiors, etc.).

This is a Production Engineering role requiring direct interface with people, parts, and equipment on the production floor. A typical day may include: Spending extended periods on your feet (up to 8 hours), standing and walking on the production floor. Climbing ladders or stairs to access equipment or airplane sections. Working at heights or in confined/tight spaces. Wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE).

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/ Experience):

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement
  • 5 or more years of experience working in an engineering discipline
  • Experience working in a production and/ or Manufacturing environment
  • 9 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience (Lead)

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • Experience in Manufacturing Engineering Planning systems such as Product Data Manager (PDM) and Computer Aided Process Planning (CAPP)

Conflict of Interest:

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

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.

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 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.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range for Lead (Level 5): $165,750 - $224,250

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Export Control Requirement:

This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.62 is required. "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Safety Sensitive:

This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.

Security Clearance:

This position does not require a Security Clearance.

Visa Sponsorship:

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program

This position is not contingent upon program award

Shift:

Shift 1 (United States of America)

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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.

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Salary : $165,750 - $224,250

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