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Associate or Mid-Level Production Operations Specialist

Mesa, Arizona Job ID JR2026509573 Category Manufacturing Role Type Onsite Post Date May 08, 2026
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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 Defense, Space, and Security has an opportunity for an Associate or Mid-Level Production Operations Specialist to be part of our Advanced Vertical Lift team supporting the Apache AH-64 in Mesa, AZ.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Develops and implements manufacturing processes.

  • Provides concurrent engineering support.

  • Defines production activities and resolves problems of limited scope.

  • Reviews and approves technical documents.

  • Analyzes charging trends and develops projected manpower forecast.

  • Assists with the preparation and justification for major capital expenditures and equipment implementation.

  • Leads projects and participates in technical research on proposed projects.

  • • Serves as primary interface with internal customers.

  • Translates data into actionable plan for implementation within the organization.

  • Compiles and provides management status reports for corrective/preventative action.


This position is expected to be 100% onsite.

This position is for a variable shift. The selected candidate may be asked to work first or second to support the operations need.

This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a “US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 is required. “US Person” includes US Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

  • Must be willing to work any shift

  • 3 or more years of experience working in or supporting a manufacturing environment

  • 3 or more years of experience in aircraft manufacturing working with assembly processes and procedures

  • 3 or more years of experience reading and interpreting drawings or blueprints

  • Experience working with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)


Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • Bachelor’s degree

  • Experience developing root cause corrective actions

Typical Education / Experience:

Education/experience typically acquired through advanced education (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 3 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience (e.g. Master+1 year’s related work experience, 7 years' related work experience, etc.).

Relocation:

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

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.

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.  

Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only.  Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary Pay Range:

Level 2: $74,800 - $101,200

Level 3: $9-,950 -$123,050

Applicants must apply before May 21st to be considered for the position.  


Applications for this position will be accepted until May. 22, 2026


Export Control Requirements:

This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Export Control Details:

US based job, US Person required

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift


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.

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