Boeing Union Urges Members to Accept New Contract Offer
SPEEA union leaders are recommending Boeing's latest contract proposal to 17,000 members, aiming to avert a strike after a previous offer was rejected.
The Society of Professional Engineering Employees in Aerospace (SPEEA) is urging its members to accept Boeing's latest contract proposal. The union's Bargaining Unit Councils for professional and technical units announced their recommendation on September 22, 2026, ahead of a vote opening on September 24.
SPEEA's councils stated the new offers "meet most of the needs of the members." This follows Boeing's presentation of its final proposal on September 11, concluding the latest round of negotiations. The new contract aims to increase wages, improve work-life balance, and rebuild relationships between company leadership and the unionized workforce.
A previous four-year offer was overwhelmingly rejected by members on August 21, 2026. That vote also showed strong support for authorizing strike action if significant improvements were not made. The rejected proposal covered approximately 13,000 engineers and scientists and 4,000 technical staff.
Key Contract Terms
The union highlighted several improvements in Boeing's latest offer. The Bargaining Unit Councils noted gains in market-leading compensation, benefits, work-life balance, fairness, and workforce development.
Key financial terms include a guaranteed wage increase structure over the contract's lifespan. The union also secured revised language on remote work and overtime limits for professional unit members.
| Year | Guaranteed Wage Increase (GWI) | Annual Wage Pool |
|---|---|---|
| October 2026 | 10% for all Prof & Tech unit workers | Not specified |
| March 2027 | 4% for all Prof & Tech unit workers | Not specified |
| 2028 | 4% GWI for all | 6% pool |
| 2029 | 4% GWI for all | 6% pool |
| 2030 | 4% GWI for all | 6% pool |
Additional Provisions
Beyond the wage increases, Boeing has committed additional funds to address specific member concerns over wage compression. The agreement also introduces a new process for Boeing to communicate its future workforce needs to SPEEA members, aimed at helping them plan their careers within the company.
The contract reverts to the previous three-bucket retention rating system and carries forward gains from Boeing's initial offer. The union's technical unit council encouraged members to weigh the proposal's advantages and limitations. "Members are encouraged to examine both the advantages and limitations of the proposed agreement and determine whether it meets their expectations and priorities," the council said.
Path Forward
The voting period for the new offer runs until October 4, 2026. The outcome will determine whether a strike, previously authorized by members, is averted. The union's leadership has framed the proposal as a significant win, claiming it addresses most priorities outlined at the start of negotiations.
