Associate Quality Engineer

The Boeing Company

Last Updated: 1/4/2026 2:21:17 AM

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Current Days Open
47
Reqs Seen
2
Current Min Salary
$79,900.00 (Yearly)
Current Max Salary
$108,100.00 (Yearly)
Historical Time to Fill
31
First Seen
11/19/2025
Lowest Min Salary Seen
$79,900.00 (Yearly)
1/4/2026
Highest Max Salary Seen
$112,700.00 (Yearly)
3/18/2026

Full Job Description

Associate Quality Engineer Company: The Boeing Company Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) has an exciting opportunity for an Associate Quality Engineer to join our team in Mascoutah, IL! As an individual contributor, you will set and achieve objectives within your area of responsibility, leveraging Quality policies, practices, and procedures to influence process and planning decisions. Your role will ensure that the quality of products and processes complies with internal and customer standards and is continuously improving. Join us and contribute to our commitment to excellence and innovation in quality standards. This position is located in Mascoutah, IL and will require additional travel and time spent in Berkeley, MO. This position requires a Bachelor's degree in one of the following relevant fields of study: Engineering Computer Science Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology) Mathematics Physics Chemistry Position Responsibilities: Develops, modifies, applies and maintains quality evaluation, control systems and protocols for materials being processed into partially finished or finished products. Works with various stakeholders such as production engineering, design engineering, material/process engineering, and manufacturing operations to devise inspection and control plans, methods and equipment to assure conformity of product. Collaborates internally to ensure quality standards are in effect. Assists in implementing quality initiative strategies and drives their implementation. Performs escape/containment management procedures, root cause analysis, and recommends corrective action for problems for internally produced products & processes. Recommends product engineering changes to satisfy quality issues raised by customers. Responsible for both Program and Product Quality Engineering tasks. Conducts/lead thorough investigations into issues in areas of responsibility. Be a promoter and have full understanding of the BPSM tool (RCCA) that enables you to coach others in the tool application and use. Present summary of performance as well as senior management summaries, or when required full reporting, on different forums, including and not limited to: CAPA, manufacturing tier meetings, and Management and Business Reviews. Support continuous improvement initiatives/projects as required. Reviews procedures and metrics that impact quality and make recommendations to improve compliance with internal standards This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at the listed location. 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. Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience): Bachelors degree in a relevant field of study 1+ years of experience in Quality Management Systems (QMS) 1+ years of experience with quality Inspection and/or auditing 1+ years of experience with root cause analysis and corrective action (RCCA) methods Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience): Previous experience working in the aerospace industry Experience using computer applications, with a working knowledge of software such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, etc. Knowledge of / experience in a Quality facing role Experience in a multi-responsibility organization. Experience with advanced quality and PPAP tools/processes Experience reading and interpretating blueprints, diagrams, and/or technical instructions. Travel: This position may require up to 50% travel domestically to Berkeley, MO Shift: 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. Please note that the pay information shown below is a general guideline only. Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Summary pay range: USD Mascoutah, IL - $79,900 - $108,100 Language Requirements: Not Applicable Education: Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Relocation: Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Export Control Requirement: 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. Safety Sensitive: This is not a Safety Sensitive 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. Contingent Upon Award Program This position is not contingent upon program award Shift: Shift 1 (United States of America) Stay safe from recruitment fraud! The only way to apply for a position at Boeing is via our Careers website. Learn how to protect yourself from recruitment fraud - Recruitment Fraud Warning 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. EEO is the law Boeing EEO Policy Request an Accommodation Applicant Privacy Boeing Participates in E Verify E-Verify (English) E-Verify (Spanish) Right to Work Statement Right to Work (English) Right to Work (Spanish) You can do work that enables all of humanity to take flight. 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