Assembly Mechanic-Composite Fabrication

Boeing; Berkeley (MO); On-site; USD 3,306,000 - 4,222,000; Full time

Job summary

Boeing is seeking an Assembly Mechanic-Composite Fabrication to support the 777x Composite Team. Duties include assembly, fixture setup, drilling, reaming, and system checks for aircraft components. Work may involve overhead crane operation and forklift use to handle heavy assemblies.

Responsibilities span wire harnessing, electrical checks, and bench/line inspections. Candidates must meet basic manufacturing qualifications and be able to work any shift.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in manufacturing environment.
• 1+ years of experience operating equipment and monitoring performance.
• 1+ years of experience using hand tools and/or power tools.

Responsibilities

• Assemble precision assemblies and set up fixtures for drilling and reaming.
• Operate tooling and equipment, including overhead crane and forklift as needed.
• Carry out inspection and troubleshooting of electrical and electronic systems.
• Assemble aircraft and spacecraft structures using approved methods and fixtures.
• Follow safety, quality, and process standards and train with team members.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Tool operation

Hand tools

Safety compliance

Tools

Equipment operation

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.

Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) has a number of openings for Assembly Mechanic-Composite Fabrication to join and support our 777x Composite Team.

Assembly Mechanic encompasses all of the duties of the following job classifications: Inspector Assembly, Sub-Assembly Precision, Mechanic Aircraft Production, Mechanic Electrical and Radio, Sheet Metal Assembler and Riveter.

Individual job duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Composite Drilling
• Tooling Preparation
• Machine set up and operation
• Overhead crane operation
• Forklift and tug operation
• Assemble precision assemblies, set up and operate ream fixtures to drill, ream, countersink, spot face, hone and bore for mating major assemblies.
• Setup and operate shot peen equipment and accessories for stress relieving assemblies as required.
• 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, operationally check out, adjust, rig and pressure check systems.
• Perform bench and assembly line operational check out, troubleshooting, repair and adjustment of electrical and electronic systems, lighting circuits, power plant systems, wing fold circuits, missile launch racks, aircraft instrumentation, provide flight test instrumentation, fire wiring system, fuel system.
• Assemble, install, check out physical characteristics and modify wire bundles to aircraft of aircraft mock ups.
• Bench assemble electrical or electronic components and conductors into electrical units and systems before methods and procedures have been established.
• Cut, identify, strip, tin, solder, attach components, and pot to prepare wire for assembly.
• Tie, seal, and pack assembled bundles and units.
• Install wire bundles or other electrical and electronic components in aircraft, power plants or ground support equipment.
• 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.

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. The position may have 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) of 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.

Security Clearance and Export Control Requirements

• 120.15 is required. “US Person” includes US Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• 1+ years of experience in manufacturing environment
• 1+ years of experience operating equipment where you need to continuously monitor the equipment to ensure it is operating correctly
• 1+ years of experience using hand tools and/or hand-held power tools

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Experience using lean principles
• Experience working in composites fabrication, soldering, assembly, or autoclave
• Experience working with composites and/or composite manufacturing

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 837 Collective Bargaining agreement.
• All new employees, rehires without seniority or transfers from outside of IAM 837 jurisdiction, shall be regarded as probationary during their first one hundred twenty (120) calendar days of employment. 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.

Shift

• The candidate must be able to work any shift assigned

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 - $30.65/hourly

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

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.