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Development Specialist Tooling A - 40110

Boeing
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 12 Aug 2025
💰 $113,940/yr

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Development Specialist Tooling A - 40110

Company:

The Boeing Company

Boeing Commercial Airplanes is excited to offer opportunities for a Development Specialist Tooling A to join our Fabrication team in Portland, Oregon.

As a Development Specialist Tooling A, you will be at the forefront of innovation in cutting tool design and development, playing a pivotal role in enhancing manufacturing efficiency and product quality. Your expertise will enable you to collaborate with cross-functional teams, leveraging your technical knowledge to create advanced tooling solutions that meet the dynamic needs of production. You will be instrumental in driving improvements in tool performance and reliability, ensuring that our operations are equipped with the best tools to achieve optimal results. Your contributions will not only support immediate production requirements but also lay the groundwork for future advancements in tooling technology.

You will play a critical role in upholding our commitment to safety and quality standards and ensuring that all operations meet regulatory compliance and operational excellence. If you are detail-oriented, possess strong technical skills, and thrive in a collaborative environment, we invite you to apply and join our mission to deliver excellence in aviation.

Position Responsibilities

  • Develop carbide and high-speed cutting tools, as well as form tools, in conjunction with tool design and research units to meet production requirements.

  • Collaborate with Tool Design, Methods Engineering, Manufacturing Shops, and other authorized personnel throughout all phases of assignments.

  • Interpret prints, sketches, and verbal information to execute assignments effectively.

  • Perform necessary layout work to facilitate the completion of assignments.

  • Determine and develop the required hook, rake, angle, shape, and finish of cutting tools.

  • Plan the sequence of operations and set up, operate, or observe the operation of various machines to complete assignments.

  • Utilize precision measuring instruments to ensure accuracy in work assignments.

  • Lead and guide lower classified employees, providing assistance and support as needed.

  • Develop aids and tools to facilitate work assignments and improve efficiency.

  • Interface with machine operators and tool engineers to ensure the availability of special cutters and obtain daily work requirements.

  • Coordinate with machine operators to develop special cutting tools and recommend appropriate cutter speeds and feeds.

  • Evaluate new cutting tools, such as carbide indexable tools and coatings, in collaboration with vendors.

  • Use AutoCAD software to design and define special coated tools according to engineering drawings and Boeing specifications.

  • Maintain organized files of vendors and suppliers, including contact information and catalogs, and update as necessary.

  • Make sketches, prepare orders, and record information pertinent to special cutting tools, ensuring accurate documentation.

Physical Demands and Potential Hazards:

  • Perform physical tasks that include lifting weights ranging from 10-15 lbs to 15-35 lbs.

  • Engage in various movements such as reaching, handling, turning, twisting, lifting, lowering, climbing, balancing, bending, kneeling, crouching, and squatting.

  • Work in environments that may involve contact with metals, solvents, and coolants.

  • Operate in proximity to moving parts and tools, sharp cutters, and potential slipping hazards.

  • Adapt to varying noise levels and atmospheric conditions.

  • Utilize personal safety gear to protect face/eyes, hands/arms, and feet while performing job duties.

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

This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a “US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 is required. “US Person” includes US Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee

Resumes of current Puget Sound Boeing employees submitted via “Find Jobs” in Boeing/Workday will be considered as this job is not installed in QTTP (Quality Through Training Program).

Basic Qualifications:

  • 3+ years of experience using hand tools and/or hand-held power tools

  • 3+ years of experience utilizing Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook)

  • 3+ years of experience setting up and operating Manual and CNC Machines

  • Experience util

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