Experienced Structures Repair & Modification Technician - C-17

Position Responsibilities

• Perform close tolerance drilling, reaming, removal, and installation to critical support structures and fracture critical areas
• Locate blind holes necessary for installation of new structural items to existing structure
• Perform efforts associated with sealing, painting, shimming, and preserving structure in accordance with standard repair processes
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, technical orders, process specification, and retrofit requirements to perform structural modifications and repairs
• Use tooling assemblies and fixtures for depot level modification and repair of structural parts
• Knowledge of aircraft mechanical component troubleshooting/repair procedures and replacement of components
• Knowledge of aircraft sheet metal/structural modification and repair and the
• Determine functionality of basic electrical systems
• Knowledge of aircraft tools such as test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, cable tensiometers, sheet metal brakes and sheers, etc.
• Access aircraft data via computer systems and initiate on-line parts and discrepancy requests
• Maintain necessary certifications, licenses and permits as required for assigned work
• Ascend and descend vertical work ladders, work in confined spaces, and lift loads of approximately 35 pounds
• Ensure working environment is deemed safe for access and job task performance via Hazardous Energy and Lock Out /Tag systems application

This position requires the ability to pass an assessment during the training cycle

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• 10+ years of experience working with non-porous metals, such as aluminum, titanium, and stainless
• 10+ years of experience working with schematics, specifications, assembly drawings and standard operating procedures
• 10+ years of experience using various structures hand tools;: drills 45 and 90 degrees, pancake adapters, counter sink cages, hole finders, and rivet guns
• 10+ years of experience working heavy structures: locating, drilling, countersinking and fastening structures (doublers, stringers, webs, seat tracks, etc.) to aircraft
• Ability to work variable shifts

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Experience with Depot Level/Heavy Structures Maintenance
• Operate forklift, mobile crane and riding electric powered elevating equipment

Conflict of Interest

• Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process
• Shift: This position is variable shift

Total Rewards & Pay Transparency

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.

Summary Starting Pay Rate

$83,400 / $40.10 per hour

Additive Pay

• $1.00 per hour for Airframe Certification
• $1.00 per hour for Powerplant Certification

Language Requirements

Not Applicable

Education: Not Applicable

Relocation: Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Export Control Requirement

• This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements.
• To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required.
• “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

• Safety Sensitive: This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.
• Security Clearance: This position does not require a Security Clearance.
• Visa Sponsorship: Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

• Contingent Upon Award Program
• This position is not contingent upon program award
• Shift: Shift 4 (United States of America)

Additional information

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