Experienced Structures Mechanic - B-52 (2400)
Company:
Boeing Aerospace Operations
Boeing Defense Space & Security (BDS) is looking for Experienced Structures Mechanics to join our B-52 team in San Antonio, TX.
Position Responsibilities:
- Perform close tolerance drilling, reaming, removal, and installation to critical support structures and fracture critical areas
- Locate blind holes necessary for installation of new structural items to existing structure
- Perform efforts associated with sealing, painting, shimming, and preserving structure in accordance with standard repair processes
- Read and interpret engineering drawings, technical orders, process specification, and retrofit requirements to perform structural modifications and repairs
- Use tooling assemblies and fixtures for depot level modification and repair of structural parts
- Knowledge of aircraft mechanical component troubleshooting/repair procedures and replacement of components
- Knowledge of aircraft sheet metal/structural modification and repair and the
- Determine functionality of basic electrical systems
- Knowledge of aircraft tools such as test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, cable tensiometers, sheet metal brakes and sheers, etc.
- Access aircraft data via computer systems and initiate on-line parts and discrepancy requests
- Maintain necessary certifications, licenses and permits as required for assigned work
- Ascend and descend vertical work ladders, work in confined spaces, and lift loads of approximately 35 pounds
- Ensure working environment is deemed safe for access and job task performance via Hazardous Energy and Lock Out /Tag systems applications
This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at the listed location (San Antonio, TX)
This position requires the ability to pass an assessment during the training cycle
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
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
- 10+ years of experience working with non-porous metals, such as aluminum, titanium, and stainless
- 10+ years of experience working with schematics, specifications, assembly drawings and standard operating procedures
- 10+ years of experience using structures hand tools such as: drills 45 and 90 degrees, pancake adapters, counter sink cages, hole finders, and rivet guns
- 10+ years of experience working heavy structures: locating, drilling, countersinking and fastening structures (doublers, stringers, webs, seat tracks, etc.) to aircraft
- Ability to work variable shifts (i.e. scheduled and unscheduled overtime; weekends and holidays) to support mission requirements and workload
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
- Experience with Depot Level/Heavy Structures maintenance
- Experience with aircraft maintenance and operations
- Operate a forklift, mobile crane, and riding type electric powered elevating equipment to accomplish work assignment
**Conflict of Interest: ** Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process
**Shift: **This position is variable shift
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_._
Total Rewards & Pay Transparency:
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 Starting Pay Rate: $78,000 / $37.50 per hour
**Additive Pay: **
- $1.00 per hour for Airframe Certification
- $1.00 per hour for Powerplant Certification
Language Requirements:
Not Applicable
Education:
Not Applicable
Relocation:
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
Export Control Requirement:
Safety Sensitive:
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 and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.
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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