Product Repair & Modification Technician (Aerospace Products)

Boeing; al-Ahmadi; On-site; KWD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation offered

Visa sponsorship

Job summary

The Boeing Company in Kuwait is seeking a C-17 Product Repair & Modification Technician to support the Kuwait Air Force C-17 fleet at Al Mubarak Air Base Kuwait. The role involves on-site maintenance, component repair, and system verification to meet mission requirements.

Responsibilities include leading disassembly/modification, troubleshooting complex systems, and ensuring compliance with flight-worthiness standards. Relocation support and visa sponsorship are available where applicable.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of C17 maintenance experience.
• Ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance.
• Ability to obtain work visa depending on country requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead assembly, disassembly and modification of aerospace vehicle components to correct failures or implement changes.
• Oversee assembly, disassembly or overhaul and bench testing of systems.
• Configure aerospace vehicles and test equipment; troubleshoot complex pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical and avionics systems.
• Document procedures to ensure contractual and regulatory compliance (repairs, test results, modifications, inspection results).
• Inspect components and verify repairs for flight-worthiness; supervise safe vehicle handling.

Skills

C17 Maintenance

US Security Clearance

Work Visa Eligibility

Avionics systems

Education

High School diploma or GED

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.

The Boeing Company is currently seeking a C-17 Product Repair & Modification Technician to support Boeing Global Services in Al Mubarak Air Base Kuwait.

This position is part of the on-site C-17 Globemaster III Integrated Sustainment Program maintenance team supporting the Kuwait Air Force (KAF) C-17 aircraft based at Al Mubarak Air Base Kuwait.

Applicant will participate in organizational level maintenance activities (e.g. flight line tasks including aircraft servicing, inspections, fault diagnosis and component replacement, and structural repair) associated with day-to-day operations of C-17 Globemaster III aircraft to meet KAF mission requirements.

Additionally, participation in Intermediate level maintenance activities (e.g. back-shop tasks including component repair, test set operation, battery charging, and scheduled periodic inspections) will be required.

Position Responsibilities

• English is the primary language of the KAF community on the airbase in Kuwait. All technical data to perform the tasks and training are in English. Competency in reading, comprehension and speaking the English language is necessary.
• Leads the assembly, disassembly and/or modification of systems by the change, removal, replacement or upgrade of aerospace vehicle components to correct failures or implement changes.
• Oversee assembly, disassembly or overhaul.
• Configure aerospace vehicles and bench test equipment.
• Directs troubleshooting of complex pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical and avionics systems to isolate mechanical or electrical faults and repair faulty components.
• Oversees validation/verification testing of systems and components.
• Document procedures and established processes to ensure contractual and regulatory compliance (e.g., repairs, test results, applicable modifications and inspection results).
• Inspects components and verifies repairs for flight worthiness requirements.
• Leads and supervises others to perform tasks associated with the safe handling of an aerospace vehicle (e.g. jacking, towing, system operations).
• Provides training and mentors others.
• Works under minimal direction.

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

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• 5+ years of C17 Maintenance experience
• Current (or the ability to obtain U.S Security Clearance)
• Ability to obtain work visa depending on requirements of the country.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Experience in avionics systems

Typical Education/ Experience

Education/experience typically acquired through basic education (e.g. High School diploma/GED) and typically 5 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience (e.g. vocational school/Associate+2 years' related work, Bachelor, etc.).

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Employer is willing to sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

This requisition is for an international, locally hired position in Kuwait. Benefits and pay are determined at the local level and are not part of Boeing U.S. based payroll and will be commensurate with experience and qualifications and in accordance with applicable Kuwaiti law. Employment is subject to the candidate's ability to satisfy all Kuwaiti labor and immigration formalities.

Applications for this position will be accepted until Nov. 08, 2026.

Export Control Requirements

This is not an Export Control position.

Shift

Not a Shift Worker (Kuwait)

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.