Assembly Mechanic-Electrical

Boeing; Berkeley (MO); On-site; USD 33,062 - 42,223; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Health insurance

Retirement savings plans

Paid time off

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in Berkeley, MO, is seeking Assembly Mechanics‑Electrical to support various programs. Key responsibilities include interpreting engineering drawings, assembling electrical components, testing systems, and collaborating with engineers. Candidates must have experience in electrical assembly installation and preferably possess skills in troubleshooting electrical systems. This position provides competitive pay ranging from $24.00 to $30.65 per hour and requires working onsite, adhering to safety protocols and maintaining a clean workspace.

Qualifications

• Experience in electrical assembly installation.
• Prefer one or more years of related work experience.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret engineering drawings and schematics.
• Assemble electrical components using hand and power tools.
• Install electrical systems into production aircraft.
• Test assembled electrical systems for functionality.
• Collaborate with engineers to improve assembly processes.

Skills

Electrical assembly installation

Troubleshooting electrical systems

Interpreting electrical engineering drawings

Aircraft assembly experience

Education

High school graduate 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.

Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) has an exciting opportunity for Assembly Mechanics‑Electrical to support a variety of programs in Berkeley, MO.

Position Responsibilities

• Read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and technical specifications to understand assembly requirements.
• Assemble electrical components and systems, including wiring harnesses, control panels, circuit boards, and other electrical devices, using hand tools, power tools, and soldering equipment.
• Install electrical components into production aircraft ensuring proper alignment and connection.
• 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.
• Test assembled electrical systems to ensure functionality, safety, and compliance with quality standards.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose electrical issues and make necessary repairs or adjustments as needed.
• Collaborate with engineers and other team members to identify and implement improvements in assembly processes and techniques.
• 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 35 lbs. Bending at the waist, kneeling, crouching, squatting, reaching. The position may have frequent (3-6 hrs) exposure to noise. Exposure to 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.
This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.

Security Clearance and Export Control Requirements

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

Basic Qualifications (Required)

• Experience in electrical assembly installation.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired)

• Aircraft assembly experience.
• Experience with any of the following: avionics systems troubleshooting, wire bundle installations, and aircraft electrical systems troubleshooting.
• Experience in interpreting electrical engineering drawings, schematics, and definitions.
• Experience troubleshooting electrical systems.

Typical Education / Experience

High school graduate or GED. Prefer a minimum of one (1) or more years of related work experience.

Additional Information

• The selected candidate must be able to work any shift, as assigned.
• This is an hourly position that will be governed by the IAM 837 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. All new employees, re‑hires 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. Continued employment is contingent upon successful completion of any required training and the probationary period.

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.

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 USD.

Application Deadline

Applications for this position will be accepted until Jan. 01, 2026.

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

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.