Boom Shop Mechanic

Job DescriptionAt Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. From the seabed to outer space, you can contribute to work that matters with a company where diversity, equity and inclusion are shared values. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.Boeing Defense, Space Security (BDS) has an exciting opportunity for a Boom Shop Mechanic to join our team in Everett, WA. Becoming an Aircraft Structures Mechanic at The Boeing Company is an exciting opportunity to assemble the critical structural components and sub-assemblies to complete final assembly of a composite/metal aircraft.As an Aircraft Structures Mechanic you will work within a final assembly/fabrication environment by drawing on knowledge acquired from training and certification classes to complete your daily assigned work. By interpreting drawings and reading/comprehending work instructions you will be responsible for identifying your work (task) location on the airplane/part/tooling and identifying all required hand tools, parts and equipment to accomplish defect-free work.Position Responsibilities:For an Aircraft Structures Mechanic, daily assigned work could include:Within the Final Assembly and Fabrication environment:

• Use a computer in a production environment.
• Look up/read/comprehend technical work instructions, drawings and/or specifications.
• Assemble and install to structural components and sub-assemblies to join larger assemblies.  Components may be metal or composites or a combination. Use locating points found by utilizing station lines and index points and without jigs, fixtures or tooling, as required.

Depending on your work environment and assigned work the following tools and materials might be used:

• Appropriate protective clothing/equipment determined by the task you are performing.
• Operate mechanical lifts of various types (e.g., scissors lifts and snorkel lifts), to locate parts/assemblies into position or to perform assembly work.
• Use drills and high impact vibratory tools (bucking, riveting), in addition to screwdrivers, huck pullers, lock bolt puller, power screwdriver, C-squeeze, ratchet wrench, nut runner, torque wrenches, crimpers and cable tools.
• Chemical solvents, sealants, coatings, primers, adhesives, paints and special finishes.
• Once your work is completed per testing requirement you’ll inspect your work for quality and check for FOD (Foreign Object Debris).

The daily Physical Demands experienced are dependent upon your work environment, but most Aircraft Structures Mechanics can experience:

• Frequent (3-6 Hrs.) bending/twisting at the waist, standing, handling (holding/grasping), finger manipulation, standing, use of high impact vibratory tools, working from an elicited platform and expose to constant noise.
• Flexion/extension (head bent down, head bent back), kneeling, bending at the waist, reaching (overhead), rotation of head/neck, and walking.
• Pushing/pulling 10-35 pounds, Lifting and carrying up to 10-35 pounds.
• Climbing/balancing (stairs, ladders, poles, scaffolding, inclined surfaces), Crawling, Crouching (squatting).
• Finger manipulation (keyboarding, other).
• Reading from a computer screen, printed drawings or documents.

This position is expected to be 100 onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at the listed location.Security Clearance Export Control Requirements:This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.15 is required.  “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.         Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Must be a minimum of at least 18 years of age. 
• Minimum one year of experience with various types of hand-held power tools.
• Minimum one year of experience following oral and written instruction.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Preferred one year of experience performing aircraft structural and mechanical work.
• Preferred one year of experience in aerospace, automotive, robotics or similar industry; this can include education and military.
• Enrolled in a Boeing partnered manufacturing related high school or community and technology college academic program  

Relocation:Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.Shift:This position is for 1st shift.Drug Free Workplace:Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.Additional Information: This is an hourly position governed by the International Association of Machinists (IAM-751) Collective Bargaining agreement.Current Boeing employees working in Puget Sound must submit an Employee Request Transfer (ERT) to be considered in the eligible candidate pool. Resumes of current Puget Sound Boeing employees submitted via Careers at Boeing will not be considered.Total Rewards Statement: 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.Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only.  Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.Summary pay range: $24.50/hr. - $43.74/hr.Applications for this position will be accepted through June 23, 2024. Equal Opportunity Employer:Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.