Kris Peterson

About Kris Peterson

Results-driven engineering leader with over a decade of experience in manufacturing innovation, automation systems, material process development, and cross-functional team leadership. Adept at driving projects from conception to implementation, optimizing production processes, and aligning teams toward strategic goals. Proven ability to thrive in ambiguity, reduce waste, and deliver high-impact technical solutions within cost and schedule constraints.

Experience

1. Engineering Manager - Engineering & Technology Innovation - Automation, Composites & Tooling

   Boeing

   Jun 2025 — Present · Seattle, WA, US

   Leads a regional team of 30 engineers (including 5 Technical Fellows and 11 Designated Experts) across 6 different skill types, developing and deploying manufacturing process improvements in automation, robotics, NDE, lasers, ergonomics, and digital factory systems. Engages with internal and external partners to develop automation solutions across the value stream from digital design to manufacturing workflow. Pursues and executes internal & external funding opportunities and R&D partnerships to advance the processes and tools for production system automation for the enterprise- Leading execution of multiple projects, varying in scale, with cumulative budgets exceeding $17.5M annually- Helping to steer organizational change and charter the course for the future of automation research and development within Boeing- Serves as enterprise-wide skill team captain for 6B3 Manufacturing Systems and Simulation Engineers which includes 65+ domestic and international engineers with skills in robotics, controls, software, modeling and simulation.

Education

• UW Foster School of Business

  Master of Business Administration - MBA, Technology Management

  2020 — 2022

• Columbia University

  Master of Science (M.S.), Materials Science and Engineering

  2016 — 2020

• Western Washington University

  Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Materials Science and Engineering

  2009 — 2014

Skills

• Microsoft Project
• Python
• Thermodynamics
• Cam
• Engineering Physics
• Lean Manufacturing
• Ptc Creo
• Microsoft Word
• Canvas
• Statics
• Abaqus
• Microsoft Access
• Aerospace Engineering
• Autocad
• Mechanics of Materials
• Water Jet Cutting
• Additive Manufacturing
• Material Characterization
• Manufacturing Engineering
• Statistical Data Analysis
• Regression Analysis
• Process Automation
• Microsoft Visio
• Catia
• Materials Science
• Resin Infusion
• Progecad
• Six Sigma
• Finite Element Analysis
• Vericut
• Proengineer
• Injection Molding
• Wet Layup
• Design of Experiments
• Microsoft Excel
• Robotics
• Project Management
• Tool Design
• Classical Laminate Theory
• Organic Chemistry