Composite Fabrication Specialist (Level B or C)
Company:
The Boeing Company
Boeing Commercial Airplanes (BCA) is seeking** Composite Fabrication Specialists (Level B or C)** to assist with multiple areas of the 787 production system in** North Charleston, South Carolina on a variable shift!**
This role offers an exciting opportunity within a dynamic manufacturing assembly environment. Team members will leverage their prior experience, and the knowledge gained from training and certifications to complete daily assigned tasks effectively.
Individuals will be responsible for identifying their work locations on advanced airplanes, parts, and tooling by interpreting intricate drawings to accurately complete detailed work instructions. Attention to detail and procedure compliance is critical to identify all necessary hand tools, parts, and equipment required to ensure defect-free work. This position is not just a job; it’s an opportunity to build a career while contributing to the future of aviation as a part of an innovative team!
**Primary Responsibilities: **
- Safety: Adhering strictly to all safety protocols and guidelines to protect ourselves, our colleagues, and our workplace. Safety is non-negotiable and must be integrated into every task we perform.
- Quality: Maintaining rigorous quality standards in all deliverables, ensuring that our work meets or exceeds expectations and complies with all regulatory and company requirements.
- Must successfully complete the new hire foundational training to obtain and maintain all required certifications.
- Proficient use of a computer in a dynamic production environment.
- Look up/read/comprehend electronic technical work instructions, drawings and/or specifications.
- Wear appropriate protective clothing/equipment determined by the task performed.
- Operate various mechanical lifts (e.g. ladders, tiger and snorkel lifts).
- Use various hand tools and diagnostic equipment such as screwdrivers, ratchets, power screwdriver multi meters, continuity testers.
- Apply chemical solvents, sealants, coatings, primers, adhesives, paints and special finishes.
- Inspect your work quality and check for Foreign Object Debris.
- Work around energized sources (electrical equipment and hazards/shock, e.g. circuit breakers and wiring) and exposure to constant noise.
- Finger manipulation (keyboarding, other).
- Lifting and carrying up to 10-35 pounds.
- Climbing/balancing (stairs, ladders, poles, scaffolding, inclined surfaces), crawling, crouching (squatting).
- Flexion/Extension (head bent down, head bent back), handling, kneeling, bending at the waist, reaching (overhead), rotation of head/neck, standing, twisting at the waist and walking.
- Experience with conventional material layup, precision measuring, power, pneumatic and hand tools
- Ability to obtain CNC Experience.
This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite.
**This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee. **
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/ Experience):
- Must have the ability to work variable shifts (first, second, or third) based on business needs.
- Ability to meet physical demands of the role such as flexion and extension (head bent down, head bent back), handling, kneeling, bending at the waist, reaching overhead, rotation of head/neck, standing, twisting at the waist and walking, climbing/balancing (stairs, ladders, poles, scaffolding, inclined surfaces), crawling, crouching (squatting).
- Ability to lift/carry up to 10-35 pounds.
- Ability to work with high-hazard chemicals using proper protective equipment provided.
- Ability to complete and maintain Confined Space and Fall Protection certifications, if required.
- 1+ year experience using software applications such as internet navigation, email, Microsoft Office Suite, and/or other specialized computer applications.
- 1+ year experience following detailed work instructions, reading and interpreting blueprints, drawings, or specifications, along with successful completion of training and knowledge assessments involving mathematical calculations, all conducted in English.
- 1+ year experience in a manufacturing, technical, or mechanical field, including equivalent military experience, performing work with basic hand, power, and/or pneumatic (air) tools.
- 1+ years of experience in manufacturing, fabrication, or assembly processes and procedures.
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
- 3+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 3+ years of CNC experience.
- 3+ years of experience with conventional material layup, precision measuring, power, pneumatic and hand tools.
- 3+ years of crane operations experience.
- 3+ years of experience reading and interpreting drawings, specifications, material processes, schematic and diagrams in aviation.
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.
**Shift: **
This position is for a variable shift (shift 4). Variable shift means you will be placed on a shift at the time of hire based on business needs at that time. You will remain on that shift until re-evaluation is needed.
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 level B: $54,000 - $64,000
Summary pay range level C: $61,200 - $64,500
When Applying:
- Please review every aspect of your application carefully prior to submitting to ensure accuracy.
- If you have formal education or military experience in the field you are applying for please include that time in your total years of experience.
- Prior to uploading your resume, please ensure it is in one of the following formats: DOC, DOCX, PDF, or TXT.
- Use your most accurate contact information on your application to include your full address.
Language Requirements:
Not Applicable
Education:
Not Applicable
Relocation:
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.
Export Control Requirement:
Safety Sensitive:
Security Clearance:
This position does not require a Security Clearance.
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 4 (United States of America)
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