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Modification Mechanic F&H B

Tukwila, Washington Job ID JR2025467769 Category All Hourly Unions Role Type Onsite Post Date Aug. 11, 2025 Security Clearance Required
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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 (BDS) has an exciting opportunity for a Modification Mechanic F&H B to join our team in Tukwila, WA.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Determine work assignment based on schedule or direction from supervisor. Review paperwork and drawings to determine work to be accomplished
  • Assist in locating work area using drawings, IP (Installation Plan), OSIP (Out of Sequence Installation Plan), NCO (Non-Conformance Order), or other paperwork that specifies airplane number, section number, and three-point location
  • Obtain and verify pre-picked detail parts (kits), standards, and assemblies were issued correctly by comparing part numbers and quantities to W/O, IP, and/or BOM (Bill of Material) on drawing(s). Ensure that parts issued are effective for the airplane and are free of visible defects
  • Operate mechanical lifts of various types (e.g., tiger and snorkel lifts), as required, to locate parts/assemblies into position or to perform assembly work
  • Use precision measurement tools (e.g., micrometer, calipers) to measure dimensions per drawing, sketches, and engineer requirements
  • Incorporate changes to aircraft to reconfigure to customer requirements. Install or rework interior and/or exterior components to engineering specifications
  • Check own work as well as others as requested after completion of each operation in job and/or completed job to ensure it is complete per drawing, that there are no defects and that area around job is clean, prior to putting up for inspection
  • Submit completed job or in-process checks, as required, to inspector at appropriate steps in sequence. Perform rework as required (e.g., pick-ups, special repairs)
  • Consult with management and/or others (e.g., engineering, planning, inspection, or customer) on process/schedules or job-related issues as required
  • Handle and dispose of hazardous materials in approved manner (e.g., lubricants, primer)

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

  • 1+ years of experience as a machinist, mechanic, or other mechanical aptitudes
  • 1+ years of experience in mechanical troubleshooting, disassembly, and repair
  • Experience reading and interpreting system prints and schematics

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. 

Additional Information:

  • This is a union-represented position
  • This is an hourly position governed by the International Association of Machinist (IAM 751) Collective Bargaining Agreement
  • New Hires, as well as employees who transfer from non-union positions, may be required to attend some type of training upon their start. Once any required training has been completed all new employees will be considered on probation for a period of sixty (60) calendar days. Continued employment is contingent upon successful completion of the probationary period.

Shift:

  • This role will be on the 1st shift

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.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range: $27.00 - $52.78/hour


Applications for this position will be accepted until Aug. 19, 2025


Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

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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