F/A-18 Ordnance Technician

The Boeing Company; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend program

Job summary

The Boeing Company, Belle Chasse, Louisiana, seeks an F/A-18 Ordnance Technician for 1st or 2nd shift onsite at NAS JRB New Orleans. The role supports ordnance maintenance, inspections and flight operation activities at the facility.

Expect 5+ years of fighter aircraft maintenance, ability to lift 35 pounds, and willingness to work variable shifts in outdoor environments with exposure to noise and fumes. Relocation options may apply.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in military fighter aircraft maintenance.
• Able to lift up to 35 pounds.
• Willing to work days, evenings, nights and weekends.
• Experience reading and interpreting technical publications, safety rules, operating instructions and procedure manuals.
• Able to work outdoors in all weather with exposure to noise and fumes.

Responsibilities

• Maintain aircraft ordnance and related equipment.
• Remove and install ordnance components and gear.
• Conduct daily, pre/post-flight and periodic inspections.
• Perform flight operation activities including plane captain duties.
• Assemble, disassemble and modify aerospace vehicle components.
• Oversee assembly, disassembly or overhaul tasks.
• Configure aerospace vehicles and bench test equipment.
• Troubleshoot complex ordnance systems to isolate faults and repair.
• Document procedures to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Verify repairs for flight worthiness and support training.

Skills

Ordnance maintenance

Aircraft maintenance

Reading technical publications

Safety compliance

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 is searching for F/A-18 Ordnance Technician willing to work on 1st or 2nd shift at Naval Air Station (NAS) Joint Reserve Base (JRB) New Orleans in Belle Chasse, Louisiana.

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at NAS JRB New Orleans in Belle Chasse, Louisiana. This position may be required to work at Stennis Facility in Kiln, Mississippi as required.

Position Responsibilities:

• Technician maintains the following: Aircraft ordnance and associated equipment
• Remove and install ordnance related components and gear
• Perform Daily, pre and post flight and periodic aircraft inspections.
• Perform flight operation activities to include daily, turnaround, launch and recovery including plane captain activities
• Assembles, disassembles and/or modifies systems by changing, removing, replacing or upgrading aerospace vehicle components to correct failures or implement changes.
• Oversees assembly, disassembly or overhaul.
• Configures aerospace vehicles and bench test equipment.
• Troubleshoots complex ordnance systems to isolate mechanical or electrical faults and repair faulty components.
• Performs validation/verification testing of systems and components.
• Documents procedures and established processes to ensure contractual and regulatory compliance (e.g., repairs, test results, applicable modifications and inspection results).
• Inspects components and verifies repairs for flight worthiness requirements. Oversees training. Works under general direction.
• Works under general direction.
• Prioritizes quality, product and people safety

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in military fighter aircraft maintenance
• Willing to work variable shifts; including days, evenings, nights and weekends
• Must be able to lift up to 35 pounds
• Minimum of 5 years' of experience reading and interpreting technical publications, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals
• Must be able to work outdoors under all types of weather conditions with exposure to loud noise and exhaust fumes

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Fighter Structural modification experience
• Experience with Ordnance or Ordnance Subsystems
• F/A-18 (AO) Qualifications
• Prior experience with Navy 4790.1 requirements, is preferred

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.

This position is eligible for a Stipend payment in addition to salary for eligible candidates.

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 Oct. 30, 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.