Experienced General Mechanic - Executive Fleet (2742)

Boeing; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 70,200 - 85,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement savings plans

Paid time off

Job summary

A leading aerospace manufacturer is seeking an Experienced General Mechanic to join their Executive Fleet team in San Antonio, TX. The role involves performing essential aircraft maintenance, interpreting engineering documents, and ensuring safety compliance. Candidates must have over 10 years of relevant experience and be able to work various shifts, including possible overtime. Competitive pay and benefits package are offered, reflecting the candidate's experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience Depot Level/Heavy General maintenance.
• Experience with aircraft systems including hydraulic, flight control, and engines.
• Experience accessing computer aircraft data.

Responsibilities

• Perform installation, removal, and rigging of flight controls.
• Diagnose and correct malfunctions in assembly processes.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.

Skills

Aircraft maintenance

Blueprint interpretation

Problem diagnosis

Precision measurement

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) is looking for an Experienced General Mechanic to join our Executive Fleet team in San Antonio, TX.

Position Responsibilities

• Perform efforts associated with flight controls installation, removal and rigging. Landing gear and servicing of aircraft
• Perform essential component change outs for example servo pumps, filters and engine components
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, technical orders, process specification, and retrofit requirements to perform structural modification/repair.
• Access aircraft data via computer systems and initiate online parts and discrepancy requests
• Maintain necessary certifications, licenses and permits as required for assigned work
• Prioritize workload to maintain schedules on assigned projects
• Use Hazardous Energy and Lock Out /Tag systems applications to ensure working environment is deemed safe for access and on the job performance
• Use all equipment in accordance with established safety and operating procedures.
• Assist other team members (Avionics, Structures, Electrics) to ensure cost/schedule targets are met
• Diagnose and correct malfunctions occurring in assembly processes.
• Use precision measuring instruments, gauges, tools, etc., necessary to check dimensions and conformance to quality requirements
• Ascend and descend vertical work ladders, work in confined spaces, and lift loads of approximately 35 pounds

This position requires the ability to pass an assessment during the training cycle.

Special Program Access or other Government Access Requirements are mandatory for this position.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• 10+ years of experience Depot Level/Heavy General maintenance
• 10+ years of experience with various aircraft exterior and interior systems including hydraulic, flight control, monuments, landing gears, fuel systems, and engines
• 10+ years of experience in working with blueprints, specifications, assembly drawings and standard operating procedures
• Experience accessing computer aircraft data
• Able to work various shifts and/or an alternate baseline schedule that may frequently change to support mission requirements and may include weekends and holidays. Mission requirements and/or workload may require both scheduled and unscheduled overtime

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Experience performing aircraft engine runs, and engine borescope inspections.
• Operate an aircraft tug/tow vehicle, forklift, mobile crane, and riding type electric powered elevating equipment
• Experience with REDARS and/or Gold-ESP

Conflict of Interest

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

Shift

This position is variable shift.

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 & Pay Transparency

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 Starting Pay Rate: $78,000 / $37.50 per hour

Additive Pay:

• $1.00/hourly for Airframe Certification
• $1.00/hourly for Powerplant Certification
• $3.00/hourly increase once employee receives their Special Program Access clearance

Applications for this position will be accepted until Feb. 24, 2026.

Export Control Requirements

This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R.

Export Control Details

• 120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Security Clearance

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

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.