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F-15E Mod Electrician - RAF Lakenheath-5

Lakenheath Royal Air Force Base, England Job ID JR2026509435 Category Security Clearance Role Type Onsite Post Date May 07, 2026 Security Clearance Required
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Job Description

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An opportunity has become available to join Boeing as an Electrical/Environmental Maintenance/Modification Technician.

This position is part of the on-site F-15E Field Modification Team supporting the USAF customer at RAF Lakenheath.  The Boeing Team is a vital part of the support that we provide the USAF Customer.  Boeing has a team of 16 employees performing modification and testing of the customer F-15 aircraft on site.

Role Description:

Working as member of the Boeing Team, the role is to undertake the modification of the F-15E fleet based at RAF Lakenheath in Suffolk, UK. 

Our support strategy allows maximum flexibility so you may sometimes be deployed to undertake support activities in other locations if priorities dictate it.

You will perform modification work in accordance with documented drawings and technical orders. Other maintenance activities, troubleshooting and modified or disturbed system functional/operational tests. You will work within a team of peers to perform tasks associated with aircraft modification.  

Candidates will be responsible to ensure established process adherence, accurate and timely work recording and contractual/regulatory compliance.  Experience of working in an aircraft maintenance/modification environment or MRO is essential.  You must have served a recognized and relevant aircraft training course or USAF aircraft trade training equivalent, and be proficient in the interpretation of engineering drawings, workbook instructions, and technical manuals.  

Position Responsibilities:

  • Assembles disassembles and/or modifies systems by changing removing replacing or upgrading aerospace vehicle components to correct failures or implement changes.
  • Oversees/completes assembly disassembly or overhaul.
  • Configures aerospace vehicles and test equipment.
  • Troubleshoots complex aircraft systems to isolate electrical/environmental faults and repair faulty components within guidelines published in authorized maintenance documents.
  • Performs validation/verification testing of systems and components.
  • Documents procedures and established processes to ensure contractual and regulatory compliance.
  • Inspects components and verifies repairs for flight worthiness requirements.
  • Proficient computer skills, use of the Microsoft Office suite.
  • A high level of written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills are required.

This is a permanent position and offers an excellent opportunity to join the world's largest aerospace company.

This role will require you to work a standard day shift from 7am to 4pm.

Overtime may be required during the working week.

This role requires a US person with security clearance that can be locally hired.

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

  • Prior F-15 Electrical experience
  • Experience of aircraft electrical/enviro modification and systems testing

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Strong communication skills (both written and oral).
  • Experience working with limited supervision.
  • Good organizational skills.
  • Attention to detail. 

Relocation:

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

Shift:

This role will require you to work a standard day shift from 7am to 4pm. Overtime may be required during the working week.

The Boeing benefits package goes above and beyond, focusing on your physical, emotional, financial and social well-being.


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


Export Control Requirements:

This is not an Export Control position.

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

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.

Shift

Day Shift (United Kingdom)

Contingent Upon Program Reward

The position is contingent upon program award


Equal Opportunity Employer:

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law.

We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world’s most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are a Disability Confident Committed employer and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.

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