Tooling Mechanic

Boeing; Berkeley (MO); On-site; USD 41,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Boeing is seeking a Tooling Mechanic to support the Tooling Team in Berkeley, MO. The role involves fabricating and maintaining tooling and fixtures in collaboration with engineering, using manual equipment and CNC tools. Blueprint reading, 3D model interrogation, and tooling inspection are essential daily tasks.

The position is onsite, union-represented, and requires COI screening with security clearance. A high school diploma or GED is mandatory, with preferred CNC and aerospace tool

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in a tool fabrication environment.
• High school graduate or GED.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate, maintain, modify, & install tooling and fixtures in collaboration with engineering design teams.
• Utilize manual equipment to fabricate or modify tooling components.
• Perform blueprint reading, 3D model interrogation, machining, tooling inspection and laser tracking.

Skills

Tool fabrication

Machining

CNC programming

Blueprint reading

3D Model interrogation

Education

High school diploma

Technical trade certificate

Apprenticeship completion

Tools

MasterCAM

NX

Verisurf

Laser trackers

CNC machinery

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 Test & Evaluation (BT&E)

We have an exciting opportunity for a Tooling Mechanic to support the Tooling Team in Berkeley, MO!

Position Responsibilities

• Fabricate, maintain, modify, & install various forms of tooling, such as large and small engineering test fixtures, fabrication equipment, etc. in collaboration with engineering design teams
• Utilize manual equipment to fabricate or modify various tooling components (Examples: Marvel saw, mill, manual lathe, surface grinder, drill press, etc.)
• Other responsibilities to include: Blueprint Reading, 3D Model Interrogation, Machining, Tooling Inspection, Laser Tracking

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• 3+ years’ of experience working in a tool fabrication environment.
• High school graduate or GED

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Experience with Aerospace tool fabrication
• Certificate or Degree or Technical Trade School Certificate (Or appropriate apprenticeship completion)
• 1+ years’ of experience in programming & operating CNC machinery
• Experience with Software (MasterCAM, NX, Verisurf, etc.)
• Experience using manual inspection and CPU driven equipment such Laser Trackers

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.

This position is expected to be 100% onsite

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

Union

• This is a union-represented position
• This is an hourly position governed by the International Association of Machinist (IAM 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.

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 and/or final U.S. secret clearance Post Start is required

Shift

The candidate must be able to work any shift assigned

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility

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: $30.00/hourly – $53.27/hourly

Applications for this position will be accepted until Oct. 11, 2026

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

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.