Aircraft Maintenance Technician

Boeing; Edwards Air Force Base (CA); On-site; USD 106,020,000 - 196,814,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Health insurance

Union IAM-751

Job summary

The Boeing Company is seeking an Aircraft Maintenance Technician to perform general aviation maintenance, avionics and structural work at Edwards AFB, CA in a flight line environment on 5th generation military fighters. Active security clearance and program access are required.

The role involves maintenance on aircraft systems, wiring, testing, and documentation, with shifts including weekends. Onsite work supports a diverse, cross-functional team with government and military partners, and

Qualifications

• Active U.S. Secret Security Clearance required
• 3+ years of full-time flight line maintenance on military or commercial aircraft
• Ability to wear PPE and work variable shifts, including weekends
• Experience with avionics, electrical and structural systems is preferred

Responsibilities

• Maintain aircraft systems including electrical and avionics components
• Load and test software and perform operational checks for hydraulics and pneumatics
• Install, test and repair fiber optic and electrical wiring
• Troubleshoot and prepare aircraft for flight and document nonconforming materials

Skills

Military aircraft maintenance

Flight line maintenance

Safety compliance

Education

FAA Airframe License

FAA Powerplant License

Tools

UNIX based systems

Microsoft Office

Web-based systems

Job description

Aircraft Maintenance Technician

Company: The Boeing Company

The Boeing Company is currently seeking an Aircraft Maintenance Technician to perform general aviation maintenance, avionics and/or structural work at Edwards Air Force Base, CA, in a flight line maintenance environment on modification 5th generation military fighter aircraft as part of a combined test force with active duty military personnel.

This position requires an active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active) and the ability to obtain a U.S. Top Secret Clearance post-start (U.S. Citizenship Required). This position also requires the ability to obtain program access, for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship only. If, at any time, the applicant loses their security clearance or program access, this will be grounds for dismissal.

Position Responsibilities

• Perform aircraft maintenance on all aircraft systems, preventative maintenance, launch, recovery, and ground movement, alterations to aircraft structure, systems and sub-systems, including electrical and avionics on standard or experimental certificated aircraft under engineering direction
• Load and test software and perform operational checks for hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical and avionics systems
• Install, test and repair fiber optic and electrical wire
• 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
• Drilling close tolerance holes through multiple stack-ups
• Locate and add new structural and line replaceable units
• Add system brackets and install new wiring and terminate connectors
• Perform initial rigging of landing gear and flight controls as well as doors and other mechanical devices
• Read and interpret blueprints
• Maintain a safe, clean and organized work environment to include aircraft and hangar cleaning
• Work in a diverse maintenance team environment
• Interface with engineering and operations teams working with Government, Military and other contractors
• Follow direction of the non-Boeing aircraft manager, and government maintenance production staff to meet schedule
• Operate any and all types of information systems required to perform assigned tasks. Including but not limited to Company WEB based systems, UNIX based systems, and Microsoft Office products
• Maintains required records and inspection forms, both electronic and paper
• Interpret and perform the requirements of engineering technical documentation and direction, blueprints and Air Force Technical Operational 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

Associated Duties and Responsibilities

• Use technical specifications, sketches, manuals, drawings, engineering instructions and FAA forms and publications to accomplish work assignment
• This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• Military aircraft maintenance experience with honorable discharge and/or FAA Airframe or FAA Powerplant License
• 3+ years of experience in full-time aircraft flight line maintenance on military or commercial aviation aircraft
• Must be willing to wear eye, hearing, foot, hand, respirator and other personal protective equipment/safety gear at all times
• Must be willing to work variable shifts, including weekends and overtime

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• 4+ years of experience in full-time military aircraft flight line maintenance on fighter aircraft with an honorable discharge (Avionics, Crew Chief, Structures at 5 or 7 level)
• 5+ years of experience in aircraft maintenance on complex jet powered aircraft with military, airline or certificated repair station background
• Experience supporting the F-22 program
• Current F-22 Special Access Program clearance

Shift

This position can be for 1st shift or 2nd shift. Candidate must be willing to work variable shifts, including weekends and overtime.

Shift: Shift 4 (United States of America)

Union

Union: This is an hourly position governed by the International Association of Machinists (IAM-751) Collective Bargaining agreement.

Pay & Benefits

• Pay & Benefits: 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: $37.00/hour - $43.00/hour, to start, with potential to earn up to $68.64 at max rate for current union members.
• Language Requirements: Not Applicable
• Education: Not Applicable
• Relocation: This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.
• Export Control Requirement: Safety Sensitive: Security Clearance: 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)
• Visa Sponsorship: Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
• Contingent Upon Award Program This position is not contingent upon program award

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.

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Company Culture

Boeing is committed to protecting, connecting and exploring our world and beyond, safely and sustainably. From the seabed to outer space, you can contribute to work that matters with a company where diversity, equity and inclusion are shared values. We’re committed to fostering an environment that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive of every teammate, with great opportunity for professional growth.

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