Job Description
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The Boeing Company is currently seeking an Aviation Maintenance Technician & Inspector - Flight Test to join the team at Edwards AFB, California.
Note: If you are being hired or transferring into a position where you will perform a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) safety-sensitive function, you are first required to undergo Pre-Employment drug testing for the presence of marijuana, cocaine, opiates, phencyclidine (PCP), and amphetamines, or a metabolite of those drugs. A valid FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certificate is preferred. Please note your certificate number on your resume.
Position Responsibilities:
Perform production installations, maintenance*, preventative maintenance** and alterations*** on aircraft structure, systems and sub-systems, including electrical and avionics on standard or experimental certificated aircraft
Troubleshoot, inspect, test, repair, service aircraft and engine systems to prepare aircraft for flight. Initiate and document any nonconforming materials, hardware, software, tools, parts, assemblies, or portions thereof, according to specifications, processes, and procedures
May perform Aviation Maintenance Technician Inspection tasks in order to obtain and maintain knowledge, skills and required certifications
Perform audit/surveillance of all manufacturing and quality assurance processes, according to specifications, processes, and procedures
Perform Quality functions such as: Customer/FAA Coordination, Configuration Change Verification, Conformity Inspections, Airworthiness Inspections (including Pre-flight and Post-flights), Corrective Action and Investigations
Initiate and document any nonconforming materials, hardware, software, tools, parts, assemblies, or portions thereof, according to specifications, processes, and procedures
May perform Aviation Maintenance Technician tasks in order to obtain and maintain knowledge, skills and required certifications
DEFINITION OF TERM: Maintenance* means inspection, overhaul, repair, preservation, and the initial installation and/or replacement of parts
Preventive maintenance** means simple or minor preservation operations and the replacement of small standard parts not involving complex assembly operations
Alterations*** means modifications that permanently or temporarily change an airplane from its original design configuration Associated Duties and Responsibilities: Use technical specifications, sketches, manuals, drawings, engineering instructions and FAA forms and publications to accomplish work assignment
Maintains Company and FAA required records and inspection forms
Maintain a safe, clean and organized work environment
Plan and organize the sequence of your own work package in such a way as to promote safe, efficient operation and meet predetermined schedules in a timely manner
Operate any and all types of information systems required to perform assigned tasks. Including but not limited to Company WEB based systems and Microsoft Office products
Interpret and perform to the requirements of airworthiness directives, service bulletins, service letters and other approved/accepted data
Apply applicable mathematical calculations to setup and use precision measuring tools, to measure gaps, heights, angles, hole diameters and depths
Make production aids to facilitate work assignment
Maintain necessary certifications, licenses and permits as required for assigned work
As assigned, exchange information with suppliers, customers or other company representatives to explain or demonstrate operations, tests or difficulties
Physical requirements: work demands moderate to strenuous effort, must be able to frequently lift items ranging from 20 to 50 pounds, must have the ability to stand for frequent periods of time, and must be able to perform tasks that require frequent climbing, crawling, kneeling, stooping, bending, pulling, pushing and other related activities
This position is expected to be 100 onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options. The candidate must be able to work overtime, any shift, and travel domestically.
This position requires an active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
Ability to complete Fall Protection Training
3+ years of experience with aircraft maintenance experience on complex jet powered aircraft with military, airline or certificated repair station background
3+ years of Aircraft Inspection experience
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
Experience in aircraft, avionics, flight controls, and/or other electronics
3+ years of experience with Electrical and/or Avionics Mechanic experience do you have working with various electrical components for military aircraft
Valid FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certificate (please note your certificate number on your resume if you are certified)
Relocation:
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.
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 for 1st shift.
Union:
This is an hourly position governed by the International Association of Machinists (IAM-751) Collective Bargaining agreement.
Current Boeing employees working in Puget Sound and Portland 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.
Safety Sensitive Statement:
This is a safety-sensitive position and is subject to Department of Transportation (DOT) random drug and alcohol testing.
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 pay range: $24.00/hour - $47.82/hour
Applications for this position will be accepted through February 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.
