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Materials and Processes Test Engineer (Associate or Experienced)

Huntsville, Alabama Job ID JR2026528321 Category Engineering - Materials, Process & Physics Role Type Onsite Post Date Nov. 04, 2026
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Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Boeing is seeking a Materials and Processes Test Engineer to join our team in Huntsville, AL.


The qualified candidate will be required to work in a fast-paced dynamic Boeing Defense and Space Research lab that supports QA/QC, Design and Development, and Investigative tasks to ensure our products meet or exceed the rigorous requirements of our customers.  Primary duties would be to execute material testing for SI&WS products. Additional tasks would be to support novel work requests from our BDS and BCA product platforms to address concerns about meeting requirements.

Position Responsibilities Include:

·         Supporting long-term testing of material compatibility for compliance.

·         Maintain test equipment needed to execute complex test requests.

·         Test design and execution of pressurized systems (hydraulic and pneumatic).

·         Tool design for use in efficiency projects for a lab environment.

·         Proficient in Python programming, data collection and modeling.

·         Incorporates changes to specifications and other documents to manage the deployment of materials, parts and processes.

·         Performs tests to qualify new tools, equipment, materials, parts and processes to meet requirements.

·         Assist with activities to qualify suppliers to applicable requirements.

·         Conducts basic analysis to determine performance or reasons for failures of tools, materials, parts or processes.

·         Assist in implementing corrective and preventive actions.

·         Uses project management tools to meet cost, technical, and schedule requirements.

·         Incorporates environmental health and safety, LEAN and Quality principles in daily work.

This position is expected to be 100% onsite.  The selected candidate will be required to work onsite the Jet plex in Huntsville, AL.


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. 

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience): 

  • 2 or more years’ related work experience
  • Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience): 

  • Level 3: 5 or more years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Experience in Aerospace performing Mechanical Engineering or Materials Engineering work statement

Typical Education & Experience: 

Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (including manufacturing engineering technology), computer science, engineering data 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 or non-US equivalent qualifications. In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.


Relocation:

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.


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 Work Statement:

This position is for 1st shift.


Pay & 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: 

P2: $76,000 - $135,000

P3: $93,000 - $165,000


Applications for this position will be accepted until Dec. 04, 2026


Export Control Requirements:

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.

Export Control Details:

US based job, US Person required

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

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.

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