Mechanical Component Failure Analyst

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Seattle, WA, USA
In-Office
95K-129K Annually
Mid level
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The Role
Perform root-cause failure analyses of airplane hydraulic and mechanical components, including bench testing, disassembly, precision measurement, test method development, leading cross-functional analysis teams, and preparing formal technical investigation reports for internal, customer, and government stakeholders.
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Boeing Commercial Airplanes (BCA) is hiring an Experienced Mechanical Component Failure Analyst (Level 3) to join our Equipment Quality team in Seattle, Washington.
Position Responsibilities:
  • Perform failure analyses of airplane hydraulic and/or mechanical components to determine the cause of failure
  • Emphasis on bench testing skills, component disassembly, technical evaluation, precision measurement, analytical reasoning and report writing
  • Maintain a working knowledge of airplane components, related systems and supporting technical documentation
  • Develop test methods to replicate failure modes
  • Lead analysis teams comprised of Suppliers, Quality, Engineering, Manufacturing, airline representatives and government representatives
  • Prepare formal technical reports of investigation results for internal and/or external customers to include government agencies

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
  • 1+ years of experience with Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) and failure analysis
  • 3+ years of experience testing hydraulic and/or mechanical control systems
  • 1+ years of experience writing technical reports
  • 1+ years of experience leading multiple projects at the same time
  • Must be able to travel 10% of the time

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
  • 1+ years of experience precision measurement equipment & GD&T
  • 1+ years of experience working with customers in production, engineering departments, airline industry or governmental agencies
  • 1+ years of presentation experience

Conflict of Interest:
Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process
Drug Free Workplace:
Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.
Pay & Benefits:
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.
Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
Union:
This is a union-represented position.
Summary Pay Range: $95,200 - $128,800
Applications for this position will be accepted until Jul. 20, 2026
Export Control Requirements:
This is not an Export Control position.
Relocation
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
Visa Sponsorship
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Shift
This position is for 1st shift
Equal Opportunity Employer:
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.

Skills Required

  • 1+ years experience with Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) and failure analysis
  • 3+ years experience testing hydraulic and/or mechanical control systems
  • 1+ years experience writing technical reports
  • 1+ years experience leading multiple projects concurrently
  • Ability to travel up to 10%
  • Bench testing skills, component disassembly, technical evaluation, precision measurement, analytical reasoning, and report writing
  • Satisfy Company Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process
  • Subject to post-offer drug testing per company policy
  • 1+ years experience with precision measurement equipment and GD&T
  • 1+ years experience working with customers in production, engineering, airline industry, or governmental agencies
  • 1+ years presentation experience

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  • Retirement Support For most U.S. nonunion roles, the company matches 401(k) contributions with immediate vesting, and a student‑loan feature counts eligible payments toward earning the company match. Some union agreements also include robust retirement terms, combining a match up to a set percentage with an additional company contribution.
  • Parental & Family Support Paid parental leave is provided at full pay for birth, adoption, surrogacy, or foster placement, alongside adoption and surrogacy assistance. Family resources such as specialized health programs and backup child and elder care are available.
  • Healthcare Strength Coverage spans medical, dental, and vision plus mental‑health and specialty clinical programs (e.g., cancer support and centers of excellence), with many benefits beginning soon after hire. Virtual care, coaching, and access to licensed therapists are included.

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