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F/A-18 General Fuels Mechanic - Associate (4701)

San Antonio, Texas Job ID 00000436085 Category Manufacturing, Repair and Maintenance Post Date Oct. 21, 2024
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Job Description

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The Boeing Company is on the lookout for talented Integral Fuel Cell Assembly (In Tank Mechanics) to join their Joint and Installation team in San Antonio, Texas.

We are seeking highly skilled and motivated individuals to join our team as Aircraft Assembly Technicians. In this role, you will play a crucial part in the assembly and integration of various components to build and attach major wing assemblies. Your expertise will be essential in performing procedures related to fuselage and wing joining, as well as the installation and rework of plumbing, electrical components, systems, and structures.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Look up/read/comprehend technical work instructions, drawings and/or specifications

  • Use chemical lubricants, solvents, sealants, coatings, primers, adhesives, paints and special finishes

  • Using a computer in a production environment

  • Assemble and install parts, structural components and sub-assemblies to build and attach major wing assemblies. This includes sealing, plumbing system and electrical components. Work on composite/metal aircraft

  • Using drills and high impact vibratory tools (bucking, riveting), in addition to screwdrivers, lock bolt puller, power screwdriver, C-squeeze, ratchet wrench, nut runner, torque wrenches, crimpers, cable tools and various other hand tools

  • Inspect work for quality and check for FOD (Foreign Object Debris)

  • Operate mechanical lifts of various types (e.g., scissors lifts, elevated work platforms)

  • This position will require working in confined spaces of the wing fuel cells for extended periods

  • Continuous (6-8 Hrs) Flexion/extension (head bent down, head bent back), handling, kneeling, bending at the waist, reaching (overhead), Lying down (back, side, front), rotation of head/neck, standing, twisting at the waist, walking

  • Frequent (3-6 Hrs) exposure to constant noise and inside a confined space

  • Continuous (6-8 Hrs) bending at the waist, handling (holding/grasping), standing, use of high impact vibratory tools, working from an elicited platform

  • Lifting/Carrying/Pushing/pulling 10-35 pounds

  • Continuous (6-8 Hrs) Climbing/balancing (stairs, ladders, poles, scaffolding, inclined surfaces), Crawling, Crouching (squatting)

  • Finger manipulation (keyboarding, other)

  • Reading from a computer screen, printed drawings or documents

This position is expected to be 100% onsite.  The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at the listed location. San Antonio, Texas.

The 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):

  • Ability to access/enter a wing fuel tank opening (approximately 18 inch x 10 inch opening)

  • 1+ years of experience with various types of hand held power tools

  • 1+ years of experience following oral and written instructions

  • Able and willing to work a variable shift

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • 1+ years of experience in assembly or mechanical work

  • 1+ years of experience operating heavy equipment

  • 1+ years of experience in aerospace, automotive, robotics or similar industry; this can include education and military.

  • Enrolled in a Boeing partnered manufacturing related high school or community and technology college academic program

Relocation:

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

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:

This position is first shift (variable shift)

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 Rate: $70,720 - $34.00 per hour

Additive Pay:  $1.00/hourly for Airframe Certification

                         $1.00/hourly for Powerplant Certification

Applications for this position will be accepted thru November 5th, 2024


Export Control Requirements: U.S. Government Export Control Status: This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Export Control Details: US based job, US Person required

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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