Experienced P-8A Support Equipment Technician, Kadena AB, Okinawa, Japan

Boeing; Washington; On-site; USD 73,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Boeing Aerospace Operations is seeking an Experienced P-8A Support Equipment Technician to support the USN P-8 program on Kadena AB, Okinawa, Japan. This is a long-term assignment located overseas with relocation benefits and 100% onsite work.

The role requires maintaining aircraft Ground Support Equipment, extensive travel, and leadership of other technicians on international assignments. Must be able to obtain necessary visas and security clearances.

Qualifications

• 3+ years maintaining aircraft Ground Support Equipment.
• 4+ years with the Naval Aviation Maintenance Programs.
• Willingness to travel up to 50% domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Maintains complex equipment and systems by removing, replacing, repairing or upgrading components.
• Troubleshoots problems to isolate faulty components.
• Conducts complex functional tests by operating equipment and using appropriate test equipment.
• Performs a variety of inspections as required by equipment maintenance documents.
• Documents maintenance and inspection actions as required.
• Trains and resolves problems for less experienced technicians.
• Leads and directs the work of other technicians.
• Works with minimal direction.

Skills

Ground Support Equipment maintenance

Naval Aviation Maintenance Programs

Travel readiness

Tools

Microsoft Office Applications

Automotive servicing background

Job description

Experienced P-8A Support Equipment Technician, Kadena AB, Okinawa, Japan

Company: Boeing Aerospace Operations Boeing Global Services is seeking an Experienced P-8A Support Equipment Technician to support the USN P-8 program.

This is a position located on Okinawa, Japan.

This is a long term assignment for to Okinawa, Japan for a minimum of 2 years.

Relocation/assignment benefits to the international relocation will be provided.

This position is expected to be 100% onsite.

The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.

Responsibilities

• Maintains complex equipment and systems by removing, replacing, repairing or upgrading components.
• Troubleshoots problems to isolate faulty components.
• Conducts complex functional tests by operating equipment and using appropriate test equipment.
• Performs a variety of inspections as required by equipment maintenance documents.
• Documents maintenance and inspection actions as required.
• Trains and resolves problems for less experienced technicians.
• Leads and directs the work of other technicians.
• Works with minimal direction.

Basic Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' experience maintaining aircraft Ground Support Equipment.
• Minimum of 4 years' experience with the Naval Aviation Maintenance Programs.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally on short notice. As much as 50% of the time.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using Microsoft Office Applications.
• General automotive servicing experience with an electrical, hydraulic, and internal combustion engine background.
• Ex-Pat Information Candidate must be able to obtain a work visa, depending on requirements of the country.
• Candidate must be able to meet the cultural requirements of the country, as applicable.
• Employment is contingent on the candidate’s ability to satisfy all labor and immigration formalities of the country.
• Because the candidate selected will be encouraged to go on an international assignment, the offer will be contingent upon the candidate’s ability to acquire clearances from International Health Services and the receipt of a visa/work permit to the country in which they will be assigned.
• These contingencies also apply to any/all family members who may be relocating with the candidate.
• Domestic relocation is not authorized for this position.
• Candidate will be located in NAS Whidbey Island, WA before they leave for their international assignment to Okinawa, Japan.

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.

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: 73,100 - 98,900

Language Requirements: Not Applicable

Education: Not Applicable

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

Export Control Requirement

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

Safety Sensitive

This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.

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.

Shift

Shift 1 (United States of America)

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