KC-46 Lead Repair/Modifications Technician

The Boeing Company; Portsmouth (NH); On-site; USD 82,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

The Boeing Company in Portsmouth, NH seeks a KC-46 Lead Repair/Modifications Technician to directly support the KC-46A Pegasus program at Pease ANGB. You will lead assembly, disassembly, and modifications, supervise testing, and ensure compliance with engineering specs and regulations.

Required 3+ years in repair/maintenance, ability to travel 15-25%, and willingness to work 1st or 2nd shift with potential overtime. U.S. export controls apply; relates to Heath/COI requirements.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in repair, maintenance, and retrofit processes and practices.
• Ability to travel 15-25% domestically and internationally.
• Willingness to work variable shifts (1st and/or 2nd), including nights/weekends/overtime.

Responsibilities

• Lead the assembly, disassembly and modification of systems by overseeing changes and upgrades.
• Oversee validation/testing and ensure regulatory/commercial compliance.
• Inspect and verify repairs for flight worthiness and interpret engineering drawings.

Skills

3 years experience

Willing to travel

Shift flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Job Description

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Job Description Summary:

Boeing Global Services (BGS) is seeking a KC-46 Lead Repair/Modifications Technician in direct support of KC-46A Pegasus Integrated Sustainment Program at Pease Air National Guard Base (ANGB) Portsmouth, New Hampshire.

Position Responsibilities to include (but are not limited to):

• Lead the assembly, disassembly and modification of systems by overseeing the change, removal, replacement or upgrade of aircraft components to correct failures or implement changes
• Knowledge of general aircraft maintenance and environmental processes (FOD control, tool control, health & safety)
• Directs troubleshooting of complex pneumatic, hydraulic and electrical systems to isolate mechanical or electrical faults and repair faulty components.
• Oversee validation/verification testing of systems and components
• Document procedures and established processes to ensure contractual and regulatory compliance (e.g., repairs, test results, applicable modifications and inspection results)
• Inspect, component, and verify repairs for flight worthiness requirements
• Understand and interpret required engineering drawings, instructions and technical specifications to advise technicians
• Provide training and mentors others
• Work with minimal direction

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in repair, maintenance, and retrofit processes and practices
• Ability to travel 15%-25% of the time both domestically and internationally
• Must be willing and able to work variable shifts (1st and/or 2nd based on business needs) to include nights, weekends and overtime. Some positions may also be rotating shifts.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• FAA Airframe and Powerplant License preferred
• KC-46 / 767 experience

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: $82,450 - $111,550.

Applications for this position will be accepted until Oct. 02, 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

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent 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 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.