Assembly Mechanic

Boeing; Mascoutah (IL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Boeing Defense, Space and Security in Mascoutah, IL is seeking Assembly Mechanics to assemble, install, and test structural components per engineering specs. The role requires hands-on experience with aircraft structures and precision assembly.

You will read drawings, work with hand and power tools, set up fixtures, and collaborate with engineers to resolve issues while maintaining records and upholding safety.

Qualifications

• Experience with aircraft structural parts fabrication and assembly.
• Experience with sheet metal assemblies and fastener installation.
• Experience in electrical assembly and general mechanical assembly.

Responsibilities

• Read engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications to determine assembly requirements.
• Assemble structural components using hand and power tools.
• Set up and operate ream fixtures to drill, ream, countersink, and bore.
• Install bushings and perform fit adjustments.
• File, fit, hone, drill, tap, and deburr.
• Assemble production aircraft and spacecraft parts and install equipment.
• Test assembled structures for functionality and compliance.
• Collaborate with engineers to resolve design or assembly issues.
• Maintain records of assembly activities and test results.
• Adhere to safety protocols and maintain a clean work area.

Skills

Aircraft structure fabrication

Sheet metal assemblies

Electrical assembly

Hand tools

Mechanical assembly

Tools

Power tools

Job description

Assembly Mechanic Company

Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) has an exciting opportunity for Assembly Mechanics to support MQ-25 in Mascoutah, IL. The primary responsibility of this role is to assemble, install, and test structural components and systems according to engineering specifications and industry standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in structural assembly, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Position Responsibilities

• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications to understand assembly requirements for structural components.
• Assemble structural components, including beams, frames, panels, brackets, and other structural elements, using hand tools, power tools, and measuring instruments.
• Assemble precision assemblies, set up and operate ream fixtures to drill, ream, countersink, spot face, hone and bore for mating major assemblies.
• Install press fit bushings and force fit bushings.
• File, fit, hone, ream, drill, tap, saw, burr and adjust.
• Assemble a variety of production aircraft and spacecraft parts and install aircraft equipment, support equipment or power plant equipment.
• Install structural components into production aircraft ensuring proper alignment and connection.
• Test assembled structural systems to ensure functionality, safety, and compliance with quality standards.
• Assemble aircraft and/or spacecraft structures or aircraft and/or spacecraft support equipment structures with or without the aid of jigs and fixtures by drilling, reaming, countersinking, stop countersinking, dimpling as assigned, burring, fastening, filing, filling, fitting, aligning, trimming, shimming and remove surface defects as assigned.
• Perform skilled assembly operations such as shimming, fitting, trimming and aligning which may vary considerably from one assembly to another as with fairings and the mating of major assemblies; realigning or replacing ribs, bulkheads or stringers in skinned assemblies; establishing from blue-prints with or without firm callouts, butt, center, chord, station and water lines; blind pick up of hole locations for blank parts from existing structure; correcting cans, buckles, wrinkles in outer skins and remove surface defects as assigned.
• Troubleshoot and repair structural malfunctions or defects in assembled systems.
• Collaborate with engineers and other team members to identify and resolve design or assembly issues.
• Maintain accurate records of assembly activities, including component inventory, work orders, and test results.
• Adhere to safety protocols and maintain a clean and organized work area.

Physical Demands

• Limited (0-1 Hrs) crawling, lying down (back, front, side), forceful grasping.
• Occasional (1-3 Hrs) requires lifting, pushing, pulling, and supporting up to 35lbs; bending at the waist, kneeling, crouching, squatting, reaching.
• Frequent (3-6 hrs) exposure to noise.
• Exposure to noise, hazardous chemicals, moving parts and occasional exposure to high/exposed places.
• Frequent lifting, pushing, pulling up to 35 lbs.
• Frequent standing, reaching, handling, and turning.
• Working on elevated and/or uneven surfaces.
• This position requires eye, hearing and other personal protective equipment.
• Frequent (up to 8 hours) standing, occasional (1-3 Hrs) climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, squatting and working on ladders.
• Use of personal protective equipment for face/eyes and ears may be required.
• This position is expected to be 100% onsite.
• The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location option.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• Experience with aircraft structural parts fabrication, assembly processes and procedures.
• Experience with sheet metal assemblies, drilling, countersinking, riveting, and fastener installation.
• Experience in electrical assembly installation.
• Experience in assembly or mechanical work.
• Experience using hand tools and/or hand‑held power tools.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Aircraft assembly experience.
• Experience in reading and understanding engineering drawings, blueprints, schematics, and specifications.

Conflict of Interest

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

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.

Additional Information

The selected candidate must be able to work any shift, as assigned.

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

New Hires, as well as employees who transfer from non‑union positions, may be required to attend some type of training upon their start.

Once any required training has been completed all new employees will be considered on probation for a period of one hundred twenty (120) calendar days.

Continued employment is contingent upon successful completion of any required training and the probationary period.

Relocation: Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.

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.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range: $24.00/hourly - $51.27/hourly

Language, Education, and Relocation

Language Requirements: Not Applicable

Education: Not Applicable

Relocation: Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

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This position is not contingent upon program award.

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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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