Experienced Field Service Rep - Defense

Boeing Co.; Ranipet; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Boeing India Defense Private Limited seeks an Experienced Field Service Representative to support the P-8I Sustainment Program at INS Rajali Arakkonam, Tamil Nadu. The role involves hands-on maintenance guidance, troubleshooting, and on-the-job training for Indian Navy personnel, with readiness for short-notice travel and after-hours support.

Ideal candidates bring 8–10 years of aircraft maintenance, experience on P8-I/NG aircraft, and strong interpersonal skills for collaboration with US

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required with 8–10 years' aircraft maintenance experience.
• 5+ years' experience in maintenance of 737 NG or P8-I.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Guidance in resolving maintenance and operational issues related to P8-I aircraft, systems and GSE.
• Respond to maintenance issues by interpreting technical documents.
• Monitoring aircraft performance and providing recommendations for resolution of potential issues.
• Analysis of technical data and evaluation of maintenance procedures.
• Working with reach back organization in the US to isolate aircraft equipment problems and submit technical queries.
• Hands-on training provided to Indian Navy personnel on maintenance, operations, troubleshooting and fault rectification.
• Travel on short notice for emergent repair action assistance.
• Respond during after-hours, weekends and holidays.
• Develops and maintains relationships with customers, stakeholders, peers and partners.

Skills

Aircraft maintenance

Self-motivation

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Travel readiness

After-hours availability

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. 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.

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. 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. As a leading global aerospace company, Boeing develops, manufactures and services commercial airplanes, defense products and space systems for customers in more than 150 countries. As a top U.S. exporter, the company leverages the talents of a global supplier base to advance economic opportunity, sustainability and community impact. Boeing’s team is committed to innovating for the future, leading with sustainability, and cultivating a culture based on the company’s core values of safety, quality and integrity.

About Boeing Defense India

Boeing is committed to providing holistic lifecycle solutions for defense customers in India through Boeing Defense India (BDI). BDI serves as the local entity, offering these solutions for government and defense customers in India. BDI plays an important role in the mission readiness and modernization of India’s defense forces. Efficient solutions, timely support, and flawless execution are critical elements of BDI’s commitment to Boeing customers and the Indian aerospace and defense industry.

People-driven culture

At Boeing, we believe creativity and innovation thrives when every employee is trusted, empowered, and has the flexibility to choose, grow, learn, and explore. We offer variable arrangements depending upon business and customer needs, and professional pursuits that offer greater flexibility in the way our people work. We also believe that collaboration, frequent team engagements, and face-to-face meetings bring together different perspectives and thoughts – enabling every voice to be heard and every perspective to be respected. No matter where or how our teammates work, we are committed to positively shaping people’s careers and being thoughtful about employee wellbeing. With us, you can create and contribute to what matters most in your career, community, country, and world. Join us in powering the progress of global aerospace.

Position Overview:

The Indian Navy (IN) currently operates P8-I aircraft at INS (Indian Naval Air Station) Rajali, Arakkonam, Tamil Nadu. Boeing India Defense Private Limited (BIDPL) team is looking for an Experienced Field Service Representative for the P-8I Sustainment Program supporting P8-I aircraft at INS Rajali Arakkonam.

Position Responsibilities:

• Guidance in resolving maintenance and operational issues related to P8-I aircraft, systems and GSE.
• Respond to maintenance issues by interpreting technical documents.
• Monitoring aircraft performance and providing recommendations for resolution of potential issues.
• Analysis of technical data and evaluation of maintenance procedures.
• Working with reach back organization in US to isolate aircraft equipment problems not detected by diagnostics and documentation. This includes submitting technical queries to the reach back organization.
• Hands on assistance to provide on the job training to Indian Navy personnel on issues related to the maintenance, operations, troubleshooting and fault rectification
• Ability to travel on short notice providing emergent repair action assistance.
• Ability to respond during after-hours, weekends and holidays.
• Develops and maintains relationships and partnerships with customers, stakeholders, peers and partners.

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor’s Degree is required as basic qualification with 8-10 years’ experience in aircraft maintenance.
• 5 years or more experience working in the maintenance of 737 NG or P8-I
• Able to work independently without high levels of supervision (self-motivated)

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Creativity in problem solving.
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to deal with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Prior experience working with Indian Navy or Indian armed forces undefined.

Typical Education & Experience:

Education/experience typically acquired through advanced education (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 9 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience (e.g. Master+ 8 years' related work experience.

Relocation:

This position does offer relocation within INDIA.

Applications for this position will be accepted until Nov. 18, 2026

Export Control Requirements:

This is not an Export Control position.

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

Not a Shift Worker (India)

Equal Opportunity Employer:

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law. We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world’s most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are proud members of the Valuable 500 and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.