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Experienced Aircraft Production Technician

North Charleston, South Carolina Job ID JR2025448536 Category Manufacturing Post Date Apr. 22, 2025
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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.

BoeingCommercial Airplanes (BCA) is looking for an Aircraft Production Technician to support the Airplane Assist Shop Team based out of North Charleston, South Carolina.

Successful candidates will be responsible for performing tasks in the following areas: factory floor, flight line, shop area, at height, confined spaces and others. They must be a dynamic, self-motivated teammate. This position is to support the high demand, critical assist Airplane Assist Shop.  The shop supports the 787 program over the entire North Charleston site; working all manner of structural repairs.  In addition, the member must be willing to work any shift, especially weekend shift (12hr, Friday through Sunday) based on business needs.

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 workforce 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 contact with internal customers

  • Translates data into a practical plan for implementation within the organization

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

This position is expected to be 100% onsite.  The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

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

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

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

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • Ability to obtain Confined Space Certification

  • Experience developing root cause corrective actions

  • Experience in Fabrication or Metal Lathe Operations

Relocation:

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. 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.

Shift Work Statement:

This position is for variable shift.

Union:

This is a non-union represented position.

Total Rewards:

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.

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 (Experienced): $70,200 - 74,100​


Applications for this position will be accepted until May. 09, 2025


Export Control Requirements: This is not an Export Control position.

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 variable 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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