F-22 Structures Mechanic

Boeing; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Boeing, Langley Air Force Base, Virginia, seeks an F-22 Structures Mechanic to maintain, repair and upgrade F-22 structures and systems. You will use technical orders, blueprints and drawings to perform a range of maintenance actions on aircraft components.

The role requires 3+ years of aircraft maintenance experience, reading and interpreting blueprints, and a solid background in sheet metal and structural modifications. A U.S.

Qualifications

• 3+ years aircraft maintenance experience/aircraft structural repair.
• 3+ years of experience with aircraft mechanical component troubleshooting, repair procedures and replacement of parts, requires broad knowledge of aircraft sheet metal/structural modifications and repair.
• 3+ years of experience in reading and interpreting blueprints and drawings.

Responsibilities

• Maintains, repairs, and modifies aircraft structures and structural components of moderate difficulty.
• Applies comprehensive technical expertise to solve moderate to complex problems by interpreting user documentation such as blueprints or manufactures' manuals.
• Fabricates and modifies aerospace products according to specifications.
• Working knowledge of technical publications
• Proper use and understanding of PPE to include eyes, ears, foot, and head.

Skills

Aircraft maintenance

Blueprints/drawings

Fabrication

Reading schematics

Shift work

Tools

Torque wrenches

Dial indicators

Micrometers

Sheet metal brakes

Sheet metal shears

Test equipment

Job description

Job DescriptionAt 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.

Job DescriptionAt 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 seeking an F-22 Structures Mechanic to assist our F-22 team at Langley Air Force Base (AFB), Virginia. In this role you will be responsible for performing maintenance repair and upgrades on F-22 systems and structures. You will utilize aircraft technical orders, publications, blueprints, and drawings to perform a variety of maintenance actions on aircraft systems and sub systems including electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and engines.

Position Responsibilities

• Maintains, repairs, and modifies aircraft structures and structural components of moderate difficulty.
• Applies comprehensive technical expertise to solve moderate to complex problems by interpreting user documentation such as blueprints or manufactures' manuals.
• Fabricates and modifies aerospace products according to specifications.
• Working knowledge of technical publications
• Proper use and understanding of PPE to include eyes, ears, foot, and head.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• 3+ years aircraft maintenance experience/aircraft structural repair
• 3+ years of experience with aircraft mechanical component troubleshooting, repair procedures and replacement of parts, requires broad knowledge of aircraft sheet metal/structural modifications and repair
• 3+ years of experience in precision drilling
• Must be willing to work variable shifts
• 3+ years of experience reading and interpreting blueprints and drawings

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Experience repairing, and servicing military fighter aircraft F-15, F-16, F-18, A-10, F-22, F-35
• 1+ year(s) 5th generation aircraft maintenance experience
• Experience maintaining and troubleshooting aircraft avionics systems
• Experience drilling, cutting, and fabricating aircraft structural components
• Must have thorough knowledge of aircraft unique tools such as test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, sheet metal brakes and sheers.
• Experience with metal tubing and fittings to include swaging applications

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: 68,000 - 92,000

Applications for this position will be accepted until Sept. 04, 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

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

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 U.S. Secret Clearance Pre-Start and final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift

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.