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Aircraft Maintenance Technician
Company:
The Boeing Company
The Boeing Company is currently seeking an Aircraft Maintenance Technician to perform general aviation maintenance, avionics and/or structural work at Edwards Air Force Base, CA , in a flight line maintenance environment on modification 5th generation military fighter aircraft as part of a combined test force with active duty military personnel.
This position requires an active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active) and the ability to obtain a U.S. Top Secret Clearance post-start (U.S. Citizenship Required).
This position also requires the ability to obtain program access, for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship only. If, at any time, the applicant loses their security clearance or program access, this will be grounds for dismissal.
Position Responsibilities:
Perform aircraft maintenance on all aircraft systems, preventative maintenance, launch, recovery, and ground movement, alterations to aircraft structure, systems and sub-systems, including electrical and avionics on standard or experimental certificated aircraft under engineering direction
Load and test software and perform operational checks for hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical and avionics systems
Install, test and repair fiber optic and electrical wire
Troubleshoot, inspect, test, repair, service aircraft and engine systems to prepare aircraft for flight
Initiate and document any nonconforming materials, hardware, software, tools, parts, assemblies, or portions thereof, according to specifications, processes, and procedures
Drilling close tolerance holes through multiple stack-ups
Locate and add new structural and line replaceable units
Add system brackets and install new wiring and terminate connectors
Perform initial rigging of landing gear and flight controls as well as doors and other mechanical devices
Read and interpret blueprints
Maintain a safe, clean and organized work environment to include aircraft and hangar cleaning
Work in a diverse maintenance team environment
Interface with engineering and operations teams working with Government, Military and other contractors
Follow direction of the non-Boeing aircraft manager, and government maintenance production staff to meet schedule
Operate any and all types of information systems required to perform assigned tasks. Including but not limited to Company WEB based systems, UNIX based systems, and Microsoft Office products
Maintains required records and inspection forms, both electronic and paper
Interpret and perform the requirements of engineering technical documentation and direction, blueprints and Air Force Technical Operational Data
Apply applicable mathematical calculations to setup and use precision measuring tools, to measure gaps, heights, angles, hole diameters and depths. Make production aids to facilitate work assignment
Maintain necessary certifications, licenses and permits as required for assigned work
Physical requirements: work demands moderate to strenuous effort, must be able to frequently lift items ranging from 20 to 48 pounds, must have the ability to stand for frequent periods of time, wear safety toe shoes, and must be able to perform tasks that require frequent climbing, crawling, kneeling, stooping, bending, pulling, pushing and other related activities. Flight line environment is outdoors and may experience temperatures below zero to over 115 degrees F. All weather conditions
Wear all required Personal Protective Equipment: safety toe shoes, bump caps, safety glasses, gloves, respirators as required
DEFINITION OF TERM: Maintenance* means inspection, overhaul, repair, preservation, and the initial installation and/or replacement of parts. Preventive maintenance** means simple or minor preservation operations and the replacement of small standard parts not involving complex assembly operations.
Alterations*** means modifications that permanently or temporarily change an airplane from its original design configuration Associated Duties and Responsibilities: Use technical specifications, sketches, manuals, drawings, engineering instructions and FAA forms and publications to accomplish work assignment
This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.
4+ years of experience in full-time military aircraft flight line maintenance on fighter aircraft with an honorable discharge (Avionics, Crew Chief, Structures at 5 or 7 level)
5+ years of experience in aircraft maintenance on complex jet powered aircraft with military, airline or certificated repair station background
Experience supporting the F-22 program
Current F-22 Special Access Program clearance
Drug Free Workplace: Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace (DFW) 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 can be for 1st shift or 2nd shift. Candidate must be willing to work variable shifts, including weekends and overtime.
Union: This is an hourly position governed by the International Association of Machinists (IAM-751) Collective Bargaining agreement.
Current Boeing employees must apply via Careers at Boeing to be considered for this position.
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: $37.00/hour - $43.00/hour, to start, with potential to earn up to $68.64 at max rate for current union members.
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 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 4 (United States of America)
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