Senior Flight Readiness Technician (Level C or D)

BOEING; Edwards Air Force Base (CA); On-site; USD 79,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

The Boeing Company at Edwards Air Force Base, CA invites applications for a Senior Flight Readiness Technician (Level C or D). The role performs final component installation, verification, and flight readiness testing for the T-7 Operations Team, with on-site work required.

Candidates must meet security clearance requirements and have 3+ years in aerospace/manufacturing, avionics/electrical, and live aircraft systems. Shift options include first or second; relocation not provided.

Qualifications

• Must be able to obtain a security clearance.
• Must be able to work 1st or 2nd shift.
• 3+ years of Aerospace, Fabrication, or Manufacturing experience.
• 3+ years of avionics and/or electrical experience.
• 3 years’ experience with live aircraft systems and flight operations.
• Active Security Clearance (preferred).
• FAA Airframe & Powerplant license (preferred).
• Familiar with Boeing Production System (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Identify problems and coordinate follow-up communication with support organizations for problem resolution.
• Provide technical support in problem identification for pre-flight and post-flight checks; inspect and document non-conformance with high complexity.
• Perform inspections of flight test installations and aircraft functional testing.
• Inspect pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical and avionics systems to isolate mechanical/electrical faults and document faulty components.
• Conduct pre-flight and post-flight checks and inspections of maintenance/modification actions.
• Resolve identified problems during operation and testing of deliverable products.
• Verify the accuracy of work performed.
• Assist in system & sub-system pre-delivery inspections and aircraft maintenance in preparation for delivery.
• Plan, schedule and arrange daily activities with the assistance of lead.
• Work is reviewed upon completion for adequacy to meet objectives.

Skills

Security clearance eligibility

1st/2nd shift

Aerospace experience

Fabrication experience

Manufacturing experience

Avionics experience

Electrical experience

Live aircraft systems

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)

has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Flight Readiness Technician (Level C or D) to support our T-7 Operations Team at Edwards Air Force Base, CA.

The T-7 Flight Readiness Technician will perform routine final component installation and verification, as well as systems operational functional validation testing. Flight Readiness Technicians perform rework, modification, maintenance, preflight and post-flight checks for delivery, and troubleshooting.

Position Responsibilities

• Identifies problems and coordinates follow up communication with support organizations for problem resolution
• Provides technical support in problem identification for pre-flight and post-flight checks, inspect and document non-conformance with high complexity

• Performs inspections of flight test installations and aircraft functional testing
• Inspects pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical and avionics systems to isolate mechanical and/or electrical/electronic faults and documents faulty components
• Conducts pre-flight and post-flight checks and performs inspections of maintenance and modification actions
• Resolves identified problems during operation and testing of deliverable products
• Verifies the accuracy of work performed
• Assists in performing system & sub-system pre-delivery inspections and aircraft maintenance in preparation for delivery
• Plans, schedules and arranges daily activities with the assistance of lead
• Work is reviewed upon completion for adequacy in meeting objectives

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.

This position requires the Ability to Obtain U.S. Secret – Interim Pre-Start & Final Post Start which the US Government requires US Citizenship.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• Must have the ability to obtain a security clearance
• Must be able to work 1st or 2nd shift
• 3+ years of Aerospace, Fabrication, or Manufacturing experience
• 3+ years of avionics and/or electrical experience
• 3 years’ experience with live aircraft systems and flight operations

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Active Security Clearance
• FAA Airframe & Powerplant license.
• Familiar with Boeing Production System

• Airline / MRO / Overhaul experience
• Experience with computing & operating systems
• Experience with AFTO 781 forms and IMDS
• Experience as a Flight Line Expeditor or Pro Super

Drug Free Workplace

Boeingis 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.

Additional Information

This position requires travel up to 10% of the time

Shift

The candidate must be able to work 1st or 2nd shift

Relocation

This position is located in a location that does not offer relocation. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense

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

Level C : $79,050– $106,950 USD

Level D: $91,800 - $124,200 USD

Applicants must apply before November 5th to be considered for the position

Applications for this position will be accepted until Nov. 05, 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 2nd 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.