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C-17 Manufacturing Tooling Engineer (Entry or Associate Level)

San Antonio, Texas Job ID JR2025449142 Category Engineering - Production Role Type Onsite Post Date Jun. 08, 2025 Security Clearance Required
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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.

Our teams are currently hiring for a broad range of experience levels including Entry orAssociateLevel Tooling Manufacturing Engineers to support multiple programs at the San Antonio, TX site.  These programs include the C-17 MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul) program within our Special Tooling team.

In this role, you will be responsible for researching existing tooling availability, providing design input, developing and implementing fabrication plans, and maintaining tooling solutions that support aircraft sustainment and repair operations. You will collaborate closely with production teams, mechanics, and cross-functional engineering groups to ensure that current, existing and future tooling solutions optimize safety, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness in the MRO environment.

While your primary focus will be on the C-17 platform, you may also have opportunities to similarly contribute to tooling projects for other aerospace programs. The ideal candidate will have a technical background in tooling design, manufacturing processes, and ensuring compliance with standardized procedures and best practices, along with demonstrated ability to apply lean principles and continuous improvement methodologies in a production setting.

Position Responsibilities (Level Dependent):

  • Researches existing tooling solutions and determines current inventory across the production system.
  • Compiles and analyzes technical data to determine the effects of modifications on product engineering design and rate estimates.
  • Assists with drafting of Internal and Supplier Statements of Work defining tool fabrication requirements.
  • Assists with validation of contractual performance milestones, maintains configuration control, conducts reviews, prepares plans for productions readiness, preventative maintenance, and spares.
  • Develops and conducts training as required for Production and Maintenance personnel on proper tool usage after based on existing tool usage instructions.
  • Develops and implements workarounds for production delays caused by missing or nonconforming tools and assists in developing and/or monitoring configuration of hardware, software and documentation.
  • Performs studies and make recommendation for disposition of assets on current and future work statements.
  • Supports verification of compliance with safety, producibility, maintainability, reliability, ergonomic factors and regulatory requirements on new tool designs.
  • Researches and identifies alternate technologies including robotics, automation or technology recommendations and system integration for equipment and tooling in improve current manufacturing methodologies.
  • Performs other duties as assigned and may be requested to support other programs as needed.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

  • Bachelor of science from an accredited course of study, in engineering.
  • Ability to interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and technical specifications.
  • Strong problem-solving skills with an emphasis on continuous improvement and root cause analysis.
  • Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and their application to tooling solutions
  • Ability to work in a hands-on production environment, interfacing with mechanics and other engineering disciplines.
  • Strong communication skills, with the ability to convey technical information clearly to diverse stakeholders.
  • Ability to read, interpret, and enforce standardized manufacturing processes, work instructions, and engineering procedures to ensure compliance and efficiency.
  • U.S. Citizenship required.
  • Ability to work on-siite 5 days per week.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • 2+ years related work experience or an equivalent combination of education.
  • Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
  • 1+ years of experience in manufacturing, tooling design, or production support engineering.
  • Experience in a maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) environment.
  • Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., CATIA, NX, or SolidWorks) for tooling design and modifications.
  • Familiarity with C-17 aircraft systems and maintenance procedures.
  • Understanding of composite and metal fabrication techniques.
  • Knowledge of aerospace industry standards and regulatory requirements (e.g., AS9100, FAA regulations, military specifications).
  • Experience with project management or supplier coordination related to tooling fabrication and procurement.
  • Experience with special tooling, jigs, fixtures, or ground support equipment in an aerospace or industrial setting.

Relocation:

Domestic 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 is a 1st shift position.

General:

All information provided will be checked and may be verified.

Please apply ASAP for this role as recruitment may commence before the end date.

Total Rewards and Pay Transparency:

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.

Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.  

Entry-Level Summary pay range: $63,750 - $86,250

Associate-Level Summary pay range: $75,650 - $102,350


Applications for this position will be accepted until Jun. 13, 2025


Export Control Requirements: 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.

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.

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

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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