Flight Operations Mechanic

Boeing Co.; Berkeley (MO); On-site; USD 39,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) in Berkeley, MO is seeking a Flight Operations Mechanic to support advanced military aircraft with hands-on mechanical and avionics work. The role emphasizes troubleshooting and rapid repair in a fast-paced flight operations environment.

Responsibilities include preflight checkout, mechanical/electrical systems maintenance, and compliance with union guidelines. Requires 3+ years in flightline or maintenance and ability to work any shift; U.S.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Flightline operations or maintenance experience.
• Willingness and ability to work any shift, as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Perform operational checkout of aircraft prior to and during preflight.
• Inspect explosive and armament installations.
• Maintain aircraft historical records.
• Perform activities prior to flight status and final inspection and daily maintenance of completed experimental aircraft or major modification to experimental aircraft.
• Inspect and/or perform bench and flight line operational checkout and inspect, troubleshooting, adjustment and repair of electrical and electronic systems.
• Inspect the calibration, adjustment, troubleshooting, repair and modification of electronic test equipment used exclusively by production.
• Perform aircraft and/or spacecraft bench or flight line operational checkout, troubleshooting, adjustment and repair of any electrical or electronic system.
• Fabricate, adjust, troubleshooting, repair and modify electronic test equipment.
• Perform operational checkout of hydraulic systems and mechanical systems.
• Diagnose and correct hydraulic and mechanical malfunctions.
• Operate engines during run-ups and troubleshoot when needed.
• Perform engine buildup as assigned.
• Install, repair, and replace tanks, power plants, generators, and aircraft engines.
• Install or replace reservoirs, etc. and repair leaks in same.
• Install or replace instruments such as fuel quantity, rate of climb and oil pressure indicators.

Skills

Flightline operations

Maintenance experience

Shift flexibility

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 Defense, Space and Security (BDS)

Flight Operations Mechanic in Berkeley, MO. This position involves direct support of advanced military platforms, requiring hands-on experience with aircraft mechanical systems and avionics. The ideal candidate will have prior experience working on military aircraft, with a strong ability to troubleshoot and repair electronic systems in a fast-paced flight operations environment. This is a critical role within Boeing’s defense operations, offering the opportunity to contribute to the readiness and performance of some of the most advanced fighter aircraft in the world. Flight encompasses all of the duties of the following job classifications: Inspector Aircraft, Mechanic Electrical and Electronics, and Mechanic Flight.

Position Responsibilities

• Perform operational checkout of aircraft prior to and during preflight.
• Inspect explosive and armament installations.
• Maintain aircraft historical records.
• Perform activities prior to flight status and final inspection and daily maintenance of completed experimental aircraft or major modification to experimental aircraft.
• Inspect and/or perform bench and flight line operational checkout and inspect, troubleshooting, adjustment and repair of electrical and electronic systems.
• Inspect the calibration, adjustment, troubleshooting, repair and modification of electronic test equipment used exclusively by production and at times may be required to inspect the calibration, adjustment, troubleshushing, repair and modification of other electronic test equipment as directed.
• Perform aircraft and/or spacecraft bench or flight line operational checkout, troubleshushing, adjustment and repair of any electrical or electronic system.
• Fabricate, adjust, troubleshushing, repair and modify electronic test equipment. Perform operational checkout of hydraulic systems and mechanical systems.
• Diagnose and correct hydraulic and mechanical malfunctions. Operate engines during run-ups and troubleshoot when needed.
• Perform engine buildup as assigned. Install, repair, and replace tanks, power plants, generators, and aircraft engines.
• Install or replace reservoirs, etc. and repair leaks in same. Install or replace instruments such as fuel quantity, rate of climb and oil pressure indicators.
• Perform crash crew duties as directed.
• Splice, route, clamp, solder, and string tie wires or wire bundles.
• Repair, install and hook up bomb, missile and rocket racks and pylons.
• Install and load ejection seats and guns. Install adjust, repair and replace structural parts and assemblies.
• Fabricate parts such as skins, doors, aircraft frames, air bags, test panels, clips, brackets, angles and ribs without the aid of jigs and fixtures.
• Modify aircraft components or aircraft support equipment.
• Perform composite repairs.

This position is expected to be 100% onsite.

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

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• 3+ years of Flightline operations or maintenance experience
• Willingness and ability to work any shift, as assigned

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Previous experience working on the F-15 platform
• Previous experience maintaining mechanical and electrical components or systems
• Experience troubleshooting electronic systems

Additional Information

• This is a union-represented, hourly position governed by the IAMAW 837 Collective Bargaining agreement
• The selected candidate must be able to work any shift, as assigned.
• New Hires, as well as employees who transfer from non-union positions, may be required to attend some type of training upon their start. Once any required training has been completed all new employees will be considered on probation for a period of one hundred twenty (120) calendar days. Continued employment is contingent upon successful completion of the probationary period.

Conflict of Interest

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

Security Clearance and Export Control Requirements

This position requires the ability to obtain a US Security Clearance for which the US Government requires US Citizenship. An Interim Pre-Start and final Post-Start U.S. Secret clearance is required.

Shift

Selected candidates need to have the willingness and ability to work any shift, as assigned.

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.

Travel

Up to 10% of the time

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

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: $28.00 / hr. - $52.11 / hr.

Applications for this position will be accepted until Nov. 30, 2026

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 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.