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Boeing Commercial Airplanes (BCA) is looking for an Experienced Fuel Properties Engineer (Level 3) to support the Fuel Systems Center of Excellence (COE) team based in Everett, WA.
As a Fuel Properties Engineer, you will work closely with internal and external Boeing customers, integrate across the product life cycle from development to out-of-service sustaining programs, and coordinate with customers across Boeing enterprise regions and business units to meet company priorities.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology) or Chemistry.
• 3+ years of experience with polymers & organic chemistry.
• 3+ years of experience in using and maintaining analytical laboratory instruments (e.g. pH meter, turbidimeter, balances, ICP, GC, GC/MS, FTIR, GFAA, Auto Analyzer, electrochemical techniques, TGA, DSC, and/or DMA).
• 1+ years of experience in MATLAB.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):

• Masters or Doctorate degree in chemistry, material science, physical chemistry, polymer chemistry or an equivalent field.
• Experience with structure - property relationships.
• 5+ years in modern analytical techniques.
• 5+ years of experience in organic and inorganic chemistry.
• Experience with hydrocarbon fuels including analysis of properties, trace materials and specification review.
• Curious and able to think outside the box.

EDUCATION

Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent Required

• Leads comprehensive investigations into fuel quality issues to identify underlying causes and implements corrective actions.
• Collaborates closely with manufacturing teams to ensure seamless integration of fuel quality standards and practices.
• Develops and implements robust fuel-related test plans, liaising with both Boeing internal and third-party laboratories, as well as analyzes test results and delivers clear, concise summaries to stakeholders.
• Performs laboratory tests as necessary to support ongoing investigations and quality assurance efforts.
• Evaluates fuel property data to facilitate the approval process for innovative fuel solutions, and ensures compliance with industry standards.
• Provides expert guidance to Boeing customers and the aviation industry on fuel-related issues, including testing and analysis, to enhance operational efficiency and safety.
• Supports the design of fuel systems by promoting a comprehensive understanding of fuel properties within the Boeing community, fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing.
• Develops and implements new processes and tools aimed at enhancing the effectiveness, quality, and efficiency of customer service support.
• Maintains regular communication with stakeholders and customers to ensure alignment, addresses concerns, and provides updates on fuel quality initiatives and support efforts.
• Manages competing priorities, optimizing the use of time and resources to deliver maximum value within established constraints.