Experienced Structures Repair & Modification Technician – C-17

BOEING; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 46,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Boeing Company in San Antonio, TX is seeking an Experienced Structures Repair and Modification Technician to join our C-17 team. You will perform close tolerance drilling, repairs, and structural modifications on critical aerospace components, reading engineering drawings and using depot‑level tools.

You must have extensive experience with non-porous metals, schematics, and heavy structures; shift flexibility is required.

Qualifications

• Reading schematics, assembly drawings and standard operating procedures.
• Experience working with non-porous metals such as aluminum, titanium, and stainless steel.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and retrofit requirements.
• Safety procedures including Hazardous Energy and Lock Out/Tag systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform close tolerance drilling, reaming, removal, and installation to critical support structures and fracture critical areas.
• Locate blind holes necessary for installation of new structural items to existing structure.
• Seal, paint, shim, and preserve structure in accordance with standard repair processes.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, technical orders, process specifications, and retrofit requirements to perform structural modifications and repairs.
• Use tooling assemblies and fixtures for depot level modification and repair of structural parts.
• Determine functionality of basic electrical systems.
• Access aircraft data via computer systems and initiate on-line parts and discrepancy requests.
• Maintain necessary certifications, licenses and permits as required for assigned work.
• Ascend/descend vertical work ladders, work in confined spaces, and lift loads of approximately 35 pounds.
• Ensure working environment is safe via Hazardous Energy and Lock Out/Tag systems.

Skills

Reading schematics

Metal experience

Electrical basics

Safety procedures

Shift flexibility

Tools

Drills 45° and 90°

Pancake adapters

Counter sink cages

Hole finders

Rivet guns

Torque wrenches

Dial indicators

Micrometers

Sheet metal brakes

Sheet metal shears

Test equipment

Job description

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 Global Services (BGS) is looking for an Experienced Structures Repair and Modification Technician to join our C-17 team in San Antonio TX.

Position Responsibilities

• Perform close tolerance drilling, reaming, removal, and installation to critical support structures and fracture critical areas
• Locate blind holes necessary for installation of new structural items to existing structure
• Perform efforts associated with sealing, painting, shimming, and preserving structure in accordance with standard repair processes
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, technical orders, process specification, and retrofit requirements to perform structural modifications and repairs
• Use tooling assemblies and fixtures for depot level modification and repair of structural parts
• Knowledge of aircraft mechanical component troubleshooting/repair procedures and replacement of components
• Knowledge of aircraft sheet metal/structural modification and repair and the
• Determine functionality of basic electrical systems
• Knowledge of aircraft tools such as test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, cable tensiometers, sheet metal brakes and sheers, etc.
• Access aircraft data via computer systems and initiate on-line parts and discrepancy requests
• Maintain necessary certifications, licenses and permits as required for assigned work
• Ascend and descend vertical work ladders, work in confined spaces, and lift loads of approximately 35 pounds
• Ensure working environment is deemed safe for access and job task performance via Hazardous Energy and Lock Out /Tag systems application

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

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• 10+ years of experience working with non-porous metals, such as aluminum, titanium, and stainless
• 10+ years of experience working with schematics, specifications, assembly drawings and standard operating procedures
• 10+ years of experience using various structures hand tools;: drills 45 and 90 degrees, pancake adapters, counter sink cages, hole finders, and rivet guns
• 10+ years of experience working heavy structures: locating, drilling, countersinking and fastening structures (doublers, stringers, webs, seat tracks, etc.) to aircraft
• Ability to work variable shifts

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Experience with Depot Level/Heavy Structures Maintenance
• Operate forklift, mobile crane and riding electric powered elevating equipment

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

Boeingis 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

$83,400 / $40.10 per hour

Additive Pay

• $1.00 per hour for Airframe Certification
• $1.00 per hour for Powerplant Certification

Applications for this position will be accepted until Nov. 06, 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. §120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Export Control Details

US based job, US Person required

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.