Dr. George A. Parker, Ph.D. is a Boeing Technical Fellow, Technical Advisor, Technical Lead Engineer, Principal Chemist, Boeing Designated Expert, and Subject Matter Expert in Chemical Technology within Materials & Processes Engineering at Boeing Commercial Airplanes. Since joining The Boeing Company in 1988, he has provided distinguished technical leadership in analytical chemistry, thermal analysis, failure analysis, surface characterization, electron microscopy, residual stress, and materials testing. Dr. Parker has extensive experience leading multidisciplinary teams to resolve complex material and production challenges, support program and fleet requirements, and contribute to investigative analysis in coordination with internal stakeholders and external agencies, including the FAA and NTSB. His leadership has also advanced new materials research and supported the establishment of Boeing technology laboratories in India and South Carolina, strengthening technical capability and decision-making across the enterprise.
Beyond his corporate responsibilities, Dr. Parker has made significant contributions to education, workforce development, and industry engagement through long-standing service on academic, professional, and governance boards. He has played a key role in curriculum development, internship pathways, and advisory initiatives that align industry needs with educational excellence.
Dr. Parker serves on multiple distinguished boards and professional committees, including ASTM, the CMH-17 Polymer Matrix Composite Committee, SAMPE, ASM International, the National Science Foundation, where he has served on the national advisory board and national visiting committee roles. He also serves with the Independent Colleges of Washington State. He is widely respected for his integrity, sound judgment, technical credibility, and capacity to provide thoughtful, informed counsel in complex organizational and strategic settings.
In recognition of his distinguished career, Dr. Parker has received numerous honors, including the NSBE Golden Torch Award for Lifetime Achievement in Industry, the Black Engineer of the Year Award for Corporate Promotion of Education, the CCG Senior Technology Fellow Award, the CCG Lifetime Achievement Award, Saint Martin’s University Distinguished Alumni recognition, and multiple Outstanding Advisory Board Member awards from Edmonds Community College.