Consultant Measurement Engineer

Job Description

We are Boeing Materials and Processes Engineering (M&PE):
Boeing's global research and development team creating and implementing innovative technologies that make the impossible possible and enable the future of aerospace. We are engineers and technicians, skilled scientists, and bold innovators who apply their passion, determination, and skill to build the future.

Boeing’s BDS Materials & Processes Engineering (M&PE) Non‑Destructive Evaluation (NDE) and Measurement Systems team is looking for a Consultant Measurement Engineer to join the Measurement Team based in Hazelwood, MO
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The St. Louis M&PE Measurement Systems team delivers integrated measurement and metrology capabilities across the full product life cycle — from early research and development through production and in‑service support. We provide measurement system development, automation, certification, qualification, and deployment services, and create model‑based, automated measurement solutions and analytics that enable real‑time part verification, precision assembly, and streamlined manufacturing capabilities. The team supports BDS programs in St. Louis

and across the United States and partners with other M&PE teams for commercial programs enterprise‑wide.

• Define and approve requirements for tools, equipment, materials, parts, and processes used in design, manufacture, and maintenance.
• Produce and maintain engineering specifications, deployment documents, and other technical documentation.
• Lead development, qualification, and integration of new tools, equipment, materials, parts, processes, and production/computer systems to meet user, contractual, and regulatory requirements.
• Evaluate emerging technologies for potential application and transition promising solutions into operational environments.
• Plan and manage test, audit, and qualification programs; perform routine and complex tests and audits to verify compliance.
• Perform failure and performance analysis of tools, materials, parts, and processes; implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Apply project management to meet cost, technical, and schedule objectives while incorporating EHS, LEAN, and quality principles into R&D, procedures, labs, and workplaces.
• Develop, test, deploy, and support measurement and inspection solutions, including automated data‑collection and analysis routines for manufacturing applications.
• Lead and mentor other measurement engineers, contribute to strategy and work statements, and provide technical consultation across business activities.
• Promote standardization across business units and maintain compliance with contractual, regulatory, and quality obligations.

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at the listed location.

This position requires an active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)

• Bachelor, Master or Doctor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry.
• 5+ years related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Experience in aviation/aerospace, including manufacturing or assembly of aircraft.
• Hands‑on experience with portable and fixed 3D measurement systems (laser tracker, photogrammetry, laser scanner/LIDAR, structured light, CMMs, laser alignment, portable measurement tools).
• Strong metrology and measurement analysis background, including measurement uncertainty calculations and traceability.
• Experience with scripting and automation in common COTS 3D measurement post‑processing software.
• Proficiency with Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) and applying GD&T to measurement/inspection analysis.
• 3D modeling experience (CAD) and familiarity with 3D geometry, linear algebra, numerical methods, statistics, and computational geometry.
• Programming and software familiarity (Python, C++, C#, MATLAB, LabVIEW) for automation, data…