Plating Line Technical Analyst (Associate, Mid-Level, or Senior)

Job Description

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The Specialty Materials and Integration Team is looking for a Plating Line Technical Analyst to provide Materials and Process, Research and Development support to Boeing Defense Systems development programs. We are seeking a highly motivated, and energetic technician with excellent attention to detail to support our electroless plating team. The Boeing Research & Technology (BR&T) team, Specialty Materials and Integration, is located in the greater St. Louis area in Berkeley, Missouri. 

Our teams are currently hiring for a broad range of experience levels including: Associate, Mid-Level and Senior Plating Line Technical Analyst.

This group is responsible for providing Materials and Processes (M&P) support to Boeing Defense Systems development programs.  We are also responsible for leading materials production efforts (typically non-metallic) as well as identifying, developing, and transitioning specialty materials and technologies to platforms within Boeing Defense Systems.  Become part of a dynamic and rich learning organization and experience engineering at its best.

This group is responsible for leading the material production for next generation material solutions. We are also responsible for identifying, developing, transitioning, and producing highly specialized materials and technologies for platforms within Boeing Defense Systems. Become part of a dynamic and rich learning organization and experience engineering at its best.

Position Responsibilities

• Operating a complex, multi-tank, plating line.

• Operation of scales and mixing equipment.

• Operation of dispensing equipment.

• Production measurement recording.

• Operation of waste water treatment line.

• Inspection of plated material with various analytical equipment.

• Operates a variety of equipment and learns new processes and manufacturing procedures in a production environment.

• Works as part of a multi-disciplined integrated product team, working alongside other skilled technicians, engineers, and support staff to deliver materials to advanced programs.

• Assists in test development, routine analysis of failed parts and processes, generation of data to evaluate failed mechanisms and documentation of findings.

• Assists in developing and revising documents and technical requirements.

• Participates in the evaluation and qualification of materials, suppliers, equipment, technology and processes to ensure that conformance and producibility requirements are met.

• Supports continuous improvement efforts by assisting with the design, fabrication and testing of new concepts and technology.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• Do you have a Bachelors degree or equivalent experience ?

• Experience working work High Hazard Chemicals?

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• 3+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

• 5+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

• Experience with plating lines

• Experience with waste water treatment

• Experience with electroless plating

• Experience operating in a production environment

• Experience weighing and mixing materials

• Experience with plating systems and/or operating Human Machine Interface software.

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.

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 associate (level 2): $52,700 - $71,300

Summary pay range for mid-level (level 3): $61,200 - $82,800

Summary pay range for senior (level 4): $73,100 - $98,900

Applications for this position will be accepted until May. 17, 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

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

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.