Air Proprietary Experienced Tooling Engineer

• ◆Lead conceptualization, detailed design, qualification, and release of advanced production tooling, jigs, fixtures, assembly aids, and automated tooling systems from concept through production sustainment.
• ◆Define tooling

in collaboration with design engineering, manufacturing, quality, assembly leads, test, and suppliers; translate

into robust specifications, 3D models, drawings, and BOMs.

• ✓Perform and oversee tolerance stack-ups, geometric dimensioning & tolerancing (GD&T) assessments, fit checks, and validation plans; ensure tooling meets producibility and maintainability targets.
• ✓Provide technical leadership for tooling fabrication and installation activities, including supplier selection, vendor oversight, acceptance criteria, installation planning, and turnkey implementation when required.
• ✓Lead root cause analysis and corrective action for tooling-related production issues; implement durable solutions and standardize best practices across programs.
• ✓Drive tooling lifecycle management, configuration control, change management, and documentation (process plans, inspection procedures, safety analyses, maintenance procedures).
• ✓Integrate automated systems, robotic end-effectors, automated fastening, and metrology into tooling where applicable; collaborate with automation and controls engineering to deliver integrated solutions.
• ✓Mentor and develop P1/P2 level tooling engineers and technicians; provide engineering direction for cross-functional teams and represent tooling on program-level reviews.
• ✓Contribute to cost estimating, risk assessment, schedule development, and continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Six Sigma) for tooling programs.
• ✓Ensure compliance with Boeing engineering standards, regulatory requirements, and safety policies.

Basic

• ✓Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent

directly related to the work statement

• ✓Advanced proficiency with 3D CAD (e.g., CATIA V5, Siemens NX, Creo, SolidWorks) and experience producing detailed manufacturing drawings and full tooling documentation packages.
• ✓Deep knowledge of GD&T, tolerance analysis, manufacturing processes (machining, fabrication, welding, composites), inspection techniques, and metrology.
• ✓Proven experience leading cross-functional teams and working effectively with suppliers, production, quality, and design engineering.
• ✓Strong analytical skills; experience with FEA for fixture analysis, tolerance stack-up software, and tooling validation methods.
• ✓Demonstrated ability to deliver complex tooling projects on schedule and within budget.

• ✓Experience with aerospace metallic and composite production tooling and structural assembly processes.
• ✓Familiarity with robotic tooling integration, automated fastening systems, and in-process metrology.
• ✓Experience in supplier management for large tooling builds and capability to lead vendor technical reviews and audits.
• ✓Certification or training in Lean, Six Sigma, program management, or project leadership.
• ✓Prior experience in a lead or principal engineer role driving tooling strategy across multiple programs.
• ✓Strategic thinker with strong technical judgment and hands-on problem-solving orientation.
• ✓Excellent verbal and written communication; effective presenting to leadership and influencing cross-functional stakeholders.
• ✓Proven mentor and coach for engineering teams; fosters a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• ✓Results-driven, accountable, and adaptable in fast-paced, program-driven environments.