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Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) is seeking a Ceramics Technician to support the Site Operations function in Huntington Beach, CA.

This occupation requires performing chemical, mechanical, and physical property testing, including specimen preparation on ceramics and composite materials, with an emphasis on processes, their physical state, elasticity strength, optical, thermal, and electrical properties.

Position Responsibilities:

• Prepare test specimens and conduct tests in accordance with applicable documentation.

• Calculate proportions, weigh and mix chemical ingredients used in ceramics and composite formulations. Mix by manual, power driven and specialized mixing equipment.

• Dealing with Thermal protective systems

• Operate appropriate test equipment for composite material testing.

• Develop and refine fabrication and experimental composition processes.

• Perform in process verification including supporting documentation.

• Fabricate assemble, mix, and cure composition materials using contact pressure, atmospheric pressure, and augmented pressure application techniques in air-circulating high-temperature ovens, electrically heated platen presses, and autoclaves.

• Machine and form high temperature composite components utilizing mills, presses, and drilling equipment. May fabricate composite support tooling as required.

• Evaluate, calculate, and document test results.

• Record processing steps in technical record books and computer databases, maintains data documentation files of test results, and initiate and sustain equipment certification and calibration files.

• Write or assist in writing technical laboratory reports, processing instructions for non-standard fabrication approaches used in contract and development programs, and laboratory processing descriptions for the operation of laboratory equipment.

This position is expected to be 100 onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.

Security Clearance Requirements:

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship.  A final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Basic Qualifications (Required):

• Ability to maintain Active Secret Security Clearance.

• Working with fragile material and creating one of kind items

• Ability to wear PPE Personal Protective Equipment

• Great Attention to detail

Preferred Qualification:

• Active Secret clearance or higher

• Experience with ceramics or high temperature thermal protection systems

Additional Information:

• This is an hourly position governed by the IAM Collective Bargaining agreement.

Relocation:

This position is located in a location that does not offer relocation.  Candidates must live in the immediate area 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. 

Total Rewards:

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.

Salary Range:

$22.00 to $43.04

Applications must apply for the position before Feb 12th 2026 to be considered

Applications for this position will be accepted until Feb. 13, 2026

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift

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.