What do you know about Boeing?
Boeing is an industry giant in commercial flight, defense, and space and they are a very competitive company that only hires those who take their job seriously. One way you can show you're serious about working there is by doing your research before the interview. Boeing is known for asking this question and other related questions during interviews. It is imperative you are well prepared to nail this question at any time during the interview process.
"I am so excited to be interviewing with Boeing because you are a highly competitive organization that takes giving back to the world very seriously. As a person and employee who believes firmly in quality, safety, and integrity in my work, I loved reading that these are qualities that Boeing acts out daily in all that you do. Additionally, I want to join a staff that believes in and values diversity, equity, and inclusion and I know you have that here at Boeing and I absolutely respect you being an industry leader in creating 130 Business Resource Groups for your staff."
"I have always known since I was little that I wanted a career in aerospace technology development. I am fascinated by the idea of continuing to explore the universe and Boeing is a company that is working to make that happen.
I did a lot of research on the company prior to this interview. I started by reviewing the history of how Boeing began. I find the story of William Boeing fascinating. He was a true pioneer and showed a commitment to diversity and innovation over 100 years ago. I am inspired by the story of how Boeing became the brand it is today.
Beyond the history, I have researched the products Boeing makes, Boeing's customers, and the programs Boeing has developed to give back to the communities they serve. I am truly impressed, and I am excited about the possibility to work for a company that has such a rich history and impact on today's world."
"I have worked for over a decade as a consultant to several aerospace corporations such as Airbus and Lockheed Martin. I am familiar with the technology used by Boeing, the groups Boeing solutions serve, and some of the history of Boeing's competitors. I understand the needs of several of Boeing's customer groups, and I welcome the opportunity to work from within a solution provider organization as opposed to consulting with customers to select a provider."
"I have not yet had the opportunity to work at an aerospace and defense organization. I am an enterprise applications analyst, and my background lies in other industries. However, I am excited to be interviewing for this role here at Boeing.
I have always had a general awareness of the brand, and I learned a lot in my research in preparation for this interview. Boeing has an impressive and extensive line of products as well as a portfolio of amazing innovative projects in flight. Additionally, Boeing has a rich history and track record of changing the world for the better. I am excited about the opportunity to join the company and continue to learn about Boeing if offered the position."
"I have managed projects at Delta Airlines for the last five years of my career. Several of my customer groups have strong relationships with the sales team and other subject matter experts here at Boeing. Given those relationships, I have knowledge of how the various groups at Boeing are structured as well as the project methodologies that are used by Boeing to develop products. I feel my experience at Delta is in alignment with the requirements outlined for this role, and I would be able to apply what I have learned to allow for a smooth transition into my new role if offered the position here at Boeing."
"I have awareness of the basic history, customers, and products of Boeing. However, I have spent a lot of time recently learning more about the software development approach of Boeing. I am impressed with Boeing's commitment to solution flexibility, portability, user experience, and the rapid inclusion of user feedback into the development process. I have worked in agile development environments for a long time, and a lot of companies state a commitment to those values, but lose sight of them in the process. The Boeing software ecosystem appears to be intelligently designed and yet open to change. I appreciate that model, and I look forward to working with the talented individuals here at Boeing."
The first step to successfully navigating this question is to research.a href"https://www.boeing.com/" Boeing's website/a is a great place to start. There you will find facts about their current services, products, and technological innovations.
You should also take the time to learn more about their history, mission, values, and their culture. Additionally, you can find out what employees are saying about them by searching the Boeing Co. website, glassdoor.com, and searching for articles online.
Assuming you did your research, answering this question should be easy. Describe a few high-level facts and then provide at least one specific example from your research. Also, align your response with the role you are interviewing for if possible. This will prove you have not only researched the company as a whole, but you took the time to dig into the details related to the work you will be doing if hired.
Community answers are written by other candidates practicing this set. Reading how others frame the same question is one of the fastest ways to sharpen your own.
Anonymous Answer
I know Boeing's number one objective is safety and quality for their customers while reducing costs to be more competitive among competitors, and that Airbus is your biggest competitor. This holds a lot of weight for why I chose to apply to this company.
Our number one goal for the company I worked for before was safety and getting our workers home safe every night. I see this as an even bigger initiative for Boeing as the risk is in the customers, not so much the employees.
I also know growing up in the Northwest how much Boeing has impacted my family and others. It is a great company with amazing benefits, and everyone I know who works here enjoys coming into work every day.
Rachelle's Feedback
You seem to know a lot about Boeing! Very great research and knowledge.