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Model Maker Apprenticeship – A15A0

Seattle, Washington Job ID JR2025456104 Category All Hourly Unions Post Date May. 20, 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.

The Boeing Company has an exciting opportunity, through our IAM/Boeing Joint Apprenticeship Program, for Model MakerApprenticeship in the Puget Sound region in Washington State!

This comprehensive 4-year apprenticeship is 8,000 hours in length and includes paid on-the-job training and required unpaid classroom education. The first 20% of the on-the-job training is a probationary period. Apprentices attend school for a minimum of 144 unpaid hours per school year registered through a local Community and Technical College. Apprentice wages are defined in Article 17 of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the International Association of Machinists District 751 and The Boeing Company. Apprentices advance one wage progression step for every 1000 apprenticeship on the job training hours recorded until completion. Graduates are placed in the target job at the maximum rate and receive a journey-worker Certificate and Card - recognized worldwide.

We are excited to offer an apprenticeship opportunity for aspiring Model Makers. As an apprentice, you will gain hands-on experience and develop the skills necessary to become a proficient Journey Level graduate of our program. You will learn to machine, fabricate, and assemble high-quality aircraft models and components that meet close tolerance specifications for wind tunnel testing, working with a variety of materials including metals, plastics, and composites. Your training will encompass not only conventional and NC machine operation but also the use of precision measuring tools, plaster and plastic tooling, layout techniques, basic electronics, numerical machine programming, model construction, assembly, testing, and wind tunnel maintenance. Join us to kickstart your career in aircraft model making and acquire invaluable skills in a dynamic environment!

Applicant Eligibility:

Applicants must not have previously enrolled in or completed an IAM/Boeing Joint Apprenticeship program.

Application Instructions:

To ensure your application is complete, all required assessments and courses must be finalized before submitting your application. Follow these guidelines:

Assessment and Course Completion: For English and/or math assessments, please include your assessment score and the corresponding course placement results (course number and title).

  • Proficiency in math and English must be verified through one of the following:

  • Completing Intermediate Algebra or a higher-level math course within the last 5 years.

  • Completion of an English course with a grade of 90 or better.

Documentation: At the time of application, provide documentation for all completed courses, test challenges, certificates, and degree programs.

Qualification for Blueprint Reading and Precision Measuring Tools: You can meet the qualifications through one of the following methods, which will be verified via your resume, work history, and transcripts:

Vocational Courses:

  • Basic Blueprint Reading or equivalent

  • Basic Precision Measuring Tools or equivalent

  • Milling Machine (a course minimum of 80 hours, or 5 or more credits)

  • Lathe (a course minimum of 80 hours, or 5 or more credits)

Relevant Work Experience: A minimum of one year of work experience in a similar field, such as:

  •  Boring Mills (Vertical, Horizontal)

  •  EDM Operator (Wire Feed, Non-Wire Feed)

  •  Electrical (Elementary)

  •  Grinding (Internal, External, Surface, Thread)

  •  Heat Treat

  •  Inspection, Machine/Detail Fabrication

  •  Jig Bore, Jig Grinder

  •  Lathes (Conventional, NC, CNC, Turret)

  •  Machine Layout

  •  Mills (Conventional, NC, CNC, Profile)

  •  Model Construction (Finish, Install, Test)

  •  Part Railing, Saws

  •  Remote Terminal

  •  Trade-related Bench Work

  •  Wind Tunnel Maintenance

Position Responsibilities:

  • Machine, fabricate, and assemble close tolerance, high-quality aircraft models and components for wind tunnel testing.

  • Construct models using metals, plastics, and composite materials.

  • Participate in the Model Maker apprenticeship, which includes:

    • Conventional and NC machine operation training

    • Use of precision measuring tools

    • Plaster and plastic tooling techniques

    • Layout and elementary electronics

    • Numerical machine programming

    • Model construction and assembly

    • Testing and wind tunnel maintenance

Physical Demands and Potential Hazards:

  • Perform physical tasks that include lifting weights ranging from 10-15 lbs to 15-35 lbs.

  • Engage in various movements such as reaching, handling, turning, twisting, lifting, lowering, climbing, balancing, bending, kneeling, crouching, and squatting.

  • Work in environments that may involve contact with metals, solvents, and coolants.

  • Operate in proximity to moving parts and tools, sharp cutters, and potential slipping hazards.

  • Adapt to varying noise levels and atmospheric conditions.

  • Utilize personal safety gear to protect face/eyes, hands/arms, and feet while performing job duties.

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

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

Basic qualifications/requirements:

  • Experience doing jobs or tasks where you had to apply math skills such as: algebra, geometry and/or trigonometry.

  • Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English.

  • Experience reading engineering blueprints and drawings.

  • Experience working with precision measuring tools.

  • High school graduate or GED

  • Experience operating manual mill and manual lathe machines

Typical Education & Experience:

High school graduate or GED

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 shifts 1; however, it may require some training on shift 2

Other Relevant Information & Requirements:

This is an hourly position governed by the IAM Collective Bargaining agreement.

Total Rewards & Pay Transparency:

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.

Pay Rate: $41.56

Additional information Links: WebSite,  Standards of Apprenticeship,  Prep Pack.


Applications for this position will be accepted until Jun. 04, 2025


Language Requirements

English Preferred

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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