Product Repair/Modification Technician

Boeing Co.; Lakenheath; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

23 days + UK public holidays and a UK冬

Pension Plan with up to 10% employer贡献

Company paid BUPA Medical Plan

Short Term Sickness: 100% pay for 26 w

Long Term Sickness: 66.67% of salary

6x annual salary life insurance

6 weeks Paternity leave

52 Weeks Maternity leave

Well Being Programs

Job summary

Boeing Defence United Kingdom Limited is seeking a Product Repair/Modification Technician to join the on-site F-15E Field Modification Team at RAF Lakenheath. You will execute structural modification tasks, reading technical publications and using engineering drawings to modify aircraft structures in a safe and compliant manner.

The role requires hands-on tooling experience, strong problem-solving and teamwork, and a commitment to quality and safety standards in a multi-discipline environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ aircraft modification or maintenance experience with demonstrated aircraft structures competence.
• Ability to read and interpret technical orders, engineering drawings, and maintenance publications.
• Hands-on experience using structural and standard aircraft tooling.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills; ability to work in a multi-discipline environment supporting modification programs.

Responsibilities

• Perform modification tasks on F-15E structures in support of the statement of work, using aircraft technical orders, engineering instructions, blueprints, and other authorised publications.
• Install, troubleshoot, repair, and modify structural components, validating work carried out and functionality.
• Interpret technical documentation (drawings, wiring diagrams, blueprints, technical orders).
• Coordinate with the maintenance controller and management to sequence and prioritise work; ensure tooling, materials, and test equipment are available for scheduled and emergent tasks.
• Assist in the operational tests, ground checks, and component inspections to verify airworthiness and conformity to modification and safety standards.
• Adhere to Boeing standards, applicable regulatory requirements, QA, and Safety Management System (SMS) processes; participate in audits and contribute to corrective actions where required.
• Complete accurate technical records, modification logs, test reports, and discrepancy documentation in line with program, customer, and regulatory requirements.
• Contribute to LEAN/BPS/CI initiatives to improve throughput and quality and participate in / support training initiatives.
• Support a flexible environment with overtime as required to meet program timelines and execution demands.

Skills

Aircraft structures

Technical orders

Engineering drawings

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Formal qualification in aircraft engineering/technical discipline

Tools

Aircraft tooling

Job description

Product Repair/Modification Technician

Company: Boeing Defence United Kingdom Limited

An opportunity has become available to join Boeing as a structures mechanic. This position is part of the on-site F-15E Field Modification Team supporting the USAF customer at RAF Lakenheath. The Boeing Team is a vital part of the support that we provide the USAF Customer. You will execute structural modification tasks applying required technical competence to deliver safe, compliant, and timely modification outcomes. The role reports to the Operations Manager - F-15E Modifications and this role is based 100% on-site at RAF Lakenheath, United Kingdom.

Role Responsibilities

• Perform modification tasks on F-15E structures in support of the statement of work, using aircraft technical orders, engineering instructions, blueprints, and other authorised publications.
• Install, troubleshoot, repair, and modify structural components, validating work carried out and functionality.
• Interpret technical documentation (drawings, wiring diagrams, blueprints, technical orders).
• Coordinate with the maintenance controller and management to sequence and prioritise work; ensure tooling, materials, and test equipment are available for scheduled and emergent tasks.
• Assist in the operational tests, ground checks, and component inspections to verify airworthiness and conformity to modification and safety standards.
• Adhere to Boeing standards, applicable regulatory requirements, QA, and Safety Management System (SMS) processes; participate in audits and contribute to corrective actions where required.
• Complete accurate technical records, modification logs, test reports, and discrepancy documentation in line with program, customer, and regulatory requirements.
• Contribute to LEAN/BPS/CI initiatives to improve throughput and quality and participate in / support training initiatives.
• Support a flexible environment with overtime as required to meet program timelines and execution demands.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• Minimum 3 years’ aircraft modification or maintenance experience with demonstrated aircraft structures competence.
• Proven ability to read and interpret technical orders, engineering drawings, and maintenance publications.
• Hands-on experience using structural and standard aircraft tooling.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills; ability to work in a multi-discipline environment supporting modification programs.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Formal qualification in an aircraft engineering/technical discipline equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5+ years’ aircraft maintenance experience or experience on fighter aircraft platforms (F-15 highly desirable) or other military fixed-wing platforms.
• Prior experience supporting aircraft modification programs, MRO, or production environments.
• Familiarity with maintenance recording systems and tool control systems.
• Current active UK security clearance is required.

Being a Boeing Employee

The Boeing benefits package goes above and beyond, focusing on your physical, emotional, financial and social well-being. Here’s a snapshot of what we offer:

• Competitive salary and annual incentive plans
• Continuous learning - you’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next
• Success as defined by you - we’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way
• You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs
• 23 days plus UK public holidays and a Winter Break between Christmas and New Year
• Pension Plan with up to 10% employer contribution (with 5% employee contributions)
• Company paid BUPA Medical Plan
• Short Term Sickness: 100% pay for the first 26 weeks
• Long Term Sickness: 66.67% of annual salary from 27th week
• 6x annual salary life insurance
• 6 weeks Paternity leave
• 52 Weeks Maternity leave
• Learning Together Programme to support your on-going personal and career development
• Access to Boeing’s Well Being Programs, tool and incentives
• Security Clearance: This position requires the ability to obtain a UK security clearance (SC) for which UK residency is required.
• All information will be checked and verified.

Relocation

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

Work Authorization

This requisition is for a locally hired position in the UK. Candidates must have current legal authorisation to work immediately in the United Kingdom. Boeing will not attempt to obtain Immigration and labour sponsorship for any applicants.

Benefits and pay are determined at the local level and are not part of Boeing U.S. based payroll. This position requires the ability to acquire UK security Clearance, for which UK Government require 5 years consecutive residency in the UK, along the right to work in the UK. The successful candidate will hold, or have the ability to acquire, Security Clearance (SC). All information will be checked and verified.

Language Requirements

Not Applicable

Education

Not Applicable

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program

This position is not contingent upon program award.

Shift

Not a Shift Worker (United Kingdom)

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