Lead GMD Mod Technician

Boeing Aerospace Operations; Alaska; On-site; USD 88,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Boeing Aerospace Operations is seeking a Lead GMD Mod Technician to join the Fort Greely, AK team. This 100% onsite role involves directing system-level integration, complex field modifications, and testing of GMD launch-related equipment.

You will mentor technicians, manage test tooling, and liaise with government stakeholders to ensure safety and compliance. The position requires extensive hands-on experience with mechanical/electrical/electronic assemblies, reading engineering drawings, and

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience with mechanical/electrical/electronic assembly and test equipment.
• 3+ years' leading field modification and integration teams.
• Experience reading and interpreting wiring diagrams, schematics, and technical orders.

Responsibilities

• Direct and execute system-level integration, testing, and post-mod checkouts; collect and report data.
• Lead complex field modifications, upgrades, retrofits, and installations per work packages.
• Troubleshoot electrical/electronic failures; provide root-cause input and corrective actions.
• Maintain configuration control and as-built documentation; review field change packages.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior technicians; assign tasks and ensure safety.
• Act as primary technical contact with government/contractor stakeholders; present briefings.
• Manage tooling and test-equipment inventories; ensure calibration readiness.
• Improve procedures and instructions to increase reliability and safety.
• Enforce site safety, PPE, and security protocols; handle CUI/classified materials.
• Deploy to off-site tests and remote support tasks as required.

Skills

Electrical assembly

Field modification leadership

Reading engineering drawings

Electronic test equipment use

Tools

Multimeters

Oscilloscopes

Spectrum analyzers

Engineering drawings interpretation

Job description

Lead GMD Mod Technician

Company: Boeing Aerospace Operations Boeing Global Services is searching for a Lead GMD Mod Technician to join the team at Fort Greely, AK. Fort Greely, AK (~100 miles southeast of Fairbanks). This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.

Position Responsibilities

• Direct and execute system-level integration, functional and acceptance testing, and post‑modification checkouts; collect, analyze, and report test data and anomalies.
• Lead and perform complex field modifications, system upgrades, retrofits, and installations on GMD launch, C2, sensor, and support equipment per engineering drawings, technical orders, and approved work packages.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex electrical, electronic, and electromechanical failures; provide root-cause input and recommend corrective actions.
• Maintain configuration control and as-built documentation; review and approve field change packages and wiring/assembly updates.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior technicians; assign tasks, review work, and enforce quality and safety standards.
• Act as a primary technical point of contact with government and contractor stakeholders; present technical briefings and status updates.
• Manage special tooling and test-equipment inventories; ensure calibration and readiness of measurement/test instruments.
• Improve procedures, work instructions, and lessons‑learned to increase reliability, maintainability, and safety.
• Enforce site safety, environmental, and security procedures; handle Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and classified materials per policy.
• Deploy to off‑site tests, integration events, and remote support tasks as required.

Basic Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' of experienced with mechanical/electrical/electronic assembly including multimeters, oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and other diagnostic equipment, modification, and test work.
• Minimum 3 years' of experience leading field modification and integration teams on complex systems.
• Minimum 3 years' of experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, schematics, and technical orders.
• Comfortable working outdoors in extreme cold, able to lift/carry up to 35 lbs., climb ladders, and work at heights.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior GMD, missile defense, launch systems, radar/sensor, or DoD field engineering experience.
• 5+ years in defense/aerospace or missile defense preferred.
• Familiarity with configuration management systems and maintenance tracking databases.

Certifications

• IPC soldering, OSHA safety, crane/hoist operator, forklift, NVLAP/test‑equipment calibration, or equivalent.
• Military technical training or prior service in electronics/avionics/ground‑systems MOS/AFC/NEC.

Physical & Work Environment

Routine work at Fort Greely in remote, cold‑weather conditions (snow, ice, sub‑zero temperatures, limited winter daylight). May require shift work, on‑call availability, and travel to off‑site ranges or contractor facilities. Must follow strict PPE, safety, and security protocols.

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: 88,400 - 119,600

Language Requirements

Not Applicable

Education

Not Applicable

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Export Control Requirement

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.

Safety Sensitive

This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.

Security Clearance

This position requires an active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program

This position is not contingent upon program award.

Shift

Shift: Shift 1 (United States of America)

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. EEO is the law Boeing EEO Policy Request an Accommodation Applicant Privacy Boeing Participates in E – Verify E-Verify (English) E-Verify (Spanish) Right to Work Statement Right to Work (English) Right to Work (Spanish)

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