Associate C-17 Structures Mechanic (4699)

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Boeing Global Services (BGS) is looking for an Associate Structures Mechanic to join our C-17 team in San Antonio, TX.

Position Responsibilities:

• Maintain, repair and modify aircraft structures and structural components
• Maintain and repair aircraft components, flight controls, engines, hydraulics, pneumatics, fuel systems, and mechanical components
• Utilize airframe and power plant systems to determine equipment malfunctions to restore equipment condition and operation
• Interpret technical documentation, blueprints and manufacturer manuals
• 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 modification/repair
• Use tooling assemblies and fixtures for depot level modification and repair of structural parts
• Ascend and descend vertical work ladders, work in confined spaces, and lift loads of approximately 35lbs
• Ensure working environment is deemed safe for access and job task performance via Hazardous Energy and Lock Out /Tag systems applications
• Assist other team members (General Mechanics, Avionics, Electrics) to ensure cost/schedule targets are met

This position is expected to be 100 onsite.  The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at the listed location option (San Antonio, TX).

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. 

The position requires the ability to pass an assessment at the end of training cycle

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• 3+ years of experience in a technical or mechanical field performing work with basic hand tools.
• 3+ years of experience with aircraft structural parts fabrication, assembly processes and procedures
• 3+ years’ experience with structural repair
• Ability to work variable shifts (i.e. scheduled and unscheduled overtime; weekends and holidays) to support mission requirements and workload

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Experience with C-17 aircraft and/or aircraft structures
• Experience in aircraft heavy maintenance
• Ability to operate a forklift and riding type electric powered elevating equipment

Relocation:

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Candidates must live in the immediate area (San Antonio, TX) or relocate at their own expense.

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.

Shift:

This position is variable shift

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 spanet and business considerations. 

Summary Pay Rate: $73,300 annually / $35.24 per hour

Additive Pay: $1.00/hourly for Airframe Certification

                         $1.00/hourly for Powerplant Certification

Applications for this position will be accepted thru November 20, 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.