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Quality Assurance Investigator

Everett, Washington
Full Time On-site

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Job Description

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 Commercial Airplanes (BCA) has an exciting opportunity for a Quality Assurance Investigator (QAI) Level 3 to join the 777/777X Everett Quality Operations team in Everett, WA on 1st Shift. Join our team and help drive quality, compliance, and continuous improvement.

A Quality Assurance Investigator Level 3 performs analysis and disposition of product nonconformances, supports root cause and corrective action activities, evaluates compliance with quality and engineering requirements, and contributes to process and product improvements to ensure quality, compliance, and effective problem resolution

Position Responsibilities:

  • Investigates product non-conformances, procedures and engineering requirements to develop RCCA.

  • Performs analysis to identify and evaluate the quality of products, operations and processes to Quality Management System requirements, applicable company procedures, contract requirements or government regulations

  • Applies knowledge of aerospace design, systems and integration to perform failure and forensic analysis of aerospace components and systems

  • Trains and mentors fellow employees in the Quality Management System

  • Performs root cause analysis on the nonconformance to identify the cause and prevent reoccurrence

  • Independently develops, modifies and documents actions to assure problem resolution or to implement corrective/preventive action and documents resolution

  • Obtains corrective action on nonconforming plans and hardware/processes

  • Negotiates concurrence, obtains commitments for taking preventive and corrective action, prioritizes quality activities and ensures problem resolution

  • Reviews and validates the corrective action plans and identifies effectivity to ensure completion

  • Reviews and approves Quality planning changes or disposition of nonconformance hardware products/processes

  • Guides validation of configuration management, quality procedures and material review policies to deliver the software products

  • Develops software system processes to support changing industry standards

  • Reviews and implements corrective action on audit results to ensure media is stored and handled per engineering defined requirements

  • Interprets industry standards and provide recommendations for implementation

  • Creates analytical reports and coordinates with the responsible parties for internal/external distribution

  • Works under general direction

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

  • 3+ years of experience in aerospace, fabrication, or a manufacturing environment

  • 3+ years of experience conducting quality investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action activities in a production environment

  • 3+ years of experience working with Non-Conformance (NCR) processes and Quality Management Systems (QMS)

  • 3+ years of experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings, specifications, and technical requirements

  • 3+ years of experience gathering data, performing analysis, and presenting results

  • 3+ years of experience with, or knowledge of, at least one airplane system

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • Associate degree or higher

  • Experience using Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook

  • Experience working cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams

  • Experience supporting root cause corrective action and problem resolution in a production environment

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.

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.

Union:

This is a union-represented position.

Summary Pay Range: $95,200 - $128,800

Applications for this position will be accepted until Jun. 18, 2026

Export Control Requirements:

This is not an Export Control position.

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.

About Boeing

Boeing

Boeing is one of the largest aerospace and defense companies in the world, supporting critical military, commercial aviation, space, and national security missions. With a long history of innovation, Boeing develops advanced aircraft, satellites, autonomous systems, defense platforms, and space technologies used by the U.S. military and allied partners worldwide. The company plays a major role in programs ranging from fighter aircraft and military helicopters to missile defense, space systems, and next-generation aviation technologies.

For job seekers, Boeing offers opportunities across nearly every area of aerospace and defense, including engineering, software development, cybersecurity, manufacturing, supply chain, program management, aviation maintenance, and defense operations. The company is especially attractive to veterans, cleared professionals, engineers, and candidates looking for mission-driven work with strong long-term career growth. Boeing also offers extensive training, leadership development, and opportunities to work on some of the most recognized aerospace programs in the world.

Unlike smaller defense firms focused on a single capability, Boeing provides employees exposure to a broad mix of commercial and defense technologies. Teams contribute to programs involving military aircraft, autonomous systems, satellites, advanced manufacturing, AI, and next-generation aerospace innovation. Employees often value the combination of large-scale engineering challenges, global impact, and the stability of a major industry leader.

As defense modernization, commercial aviation, and space investment continue to grow, Boeing remains one of the most recognized employers in aerospace and government contracting. For professionals seeking a mission-focused career with strong benefits, technical growth, and opportunities to work on world-changing technologies, Boeing continues to stand out as a leading destination in aerospace and defense.

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