Hardware Technician (Mid-Level or Senior)

The Boeing Company; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 79,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

The Boeing Company in Oklahoma City, OK is seeking a Hardware Technician (Mid-Level or Senior) to support the Government Training Engineering team. The role focuses on hardware build, integration, installation, and checkout for training systems and customer deliverables.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years as a mechanical or electrical technician, with experience reading engineering drawings and using PLM tools. Aerospace or defense experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• 3+ years as a mechanical or electrical technician.
• 3+ years reading and interpreting drawings, work orders, and instructions.
• 3+ years working with Manufacturing Engineering, Design Engineering and PLM tools.
• 5+ years of higher education and/or related work experience.
• Experience in aerospace, defense, or military training systems preferred.
• Experience with hardware integration, modification, repair, or installation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support hardware build, integration, installation, and checkout activities for training systems and customer deliverables.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, work orders, and technical documentation to complete tasks.
• Perform detailed inspections of hardware, components, and assemblies for conformance to requirements.
• Coordinate with Manufacturing and Design Engineering to resolve questions and support build execution.
• Follow policies, procedures, standards and work instructions to ensure safe, compliant task execution.
• Support integration of hardware across multiple platforms and programs.
• Identify build issues, document findings, and communicate concerns to engineering or manufacturing.
• Provide feedback to engineering teams to drive design/process improvements.
• Support workflow in a team environment with minimal supervision.
• May assist with checkout, installation, and other technician tasks to meet program objectives.

Skills

Mechanical/Electrical technician

Reading blueprints/drawings

Engineering liaison with Manufacturing

Education

Higher education (5+ years)

Tools

PLM tools

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.

The Boeing Company is seeking a Hardware Technician (Mid-Level or Senior) to support the Government Training Engineering team in Oklahoma City, OK.

The selected candidate will support hardware build, integration, installation, and checkout activities for training systems and customer deliverables. This role requires the ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, work orders, and work instructions, and to perform tasks in accordance with Boeing policies, procedures, and quality standards.

The ideal candidate will work closely with Manufacturing Engineering and Design Engineering to resolve technical questions, support build and integration efforts, and help drive improvements in product designs and technical processes. This position will support multiple platforms and programs, which may include the E-7 Airborne Early Warning and Control, KC-46 Tankers, E-3 AWACS, and B-52 Bombers. The selected candidate will be part of a dynamic team supporting hardware build, checkout, installation, and integration activities in a fast-paced engineering and production environment. The selected candidate must also have the ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.

Position Responsibilities

• Support hardware build, integration, installation, and checkout activities for training systems and customer deliverables


• Read and interpret engineering drawings, work orders, work instructions, and technical documentation to complete assigned tasks


• Perform detailed inspections of hardware, components, and assemblies to verify conformance to requirements prior to installation or checkout


• Coordinate with Manufacturing Engineering and Design Engineering to resolve technical questions and support build execution


• Follow Boeing policies, procedures, standards, and work instructions to ensure safe, consistent, and compliant execution of tasks


• Support integration of hardware, components, and assemblies across multiple platforms and programs


• Assist in identifying build issues, documenting findings, and communicating concerns to appropriate engineering or manufacturing personnel


• Provide feedback to engineering teams to help drive improvements in designs, processes, and technical execution


• Support workflow in a team environment while working with minimal supervision


• May assist with checkout, installation, and other technician tasks as needed to meet program objectives

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• 3+ years of experience as a mechanical technician or an electrical technician


• 3+ years of experience utilizing and following detailed work instructions, reading and interpreting blueprints, drawings, or specifications


• 3+ years of experience working directly with manufacturing engineering, design engineering & PLM tools

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• 5+ years of higher education and/or related work experience. (Higher education includes college, university, technical school, licensing/certification programs, etc.)


• Experience supporting aerospace, defense, or military training systems


• Experience with hardware integration, modification, repair, or installation


• Experience troubleshooting mechanical or electrical issues


• Experience supporting build or production environments


• Familiarity with Boeing standards, processes, and quality systems


• Experience identifying and communicating design or process improvements


• Experience working in a team environment with technicians, engineers, and manufacturing personnel


• Experience using standard computer tools for documentation, reporting, or work tracking

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 for Mid-Level (Level 3): $79,050 - $106,950

Summary pay range for Senior Level (Level 4): $98,600 - $133,400

Applications for this position will be accepted until Oct. 14, 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.

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 and/or 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.