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P-8 Experienced Field Service Representative - Defense (INDIA)

Tukwila, Washington; Arakkonam, Tamil Nadu Job ID 00000439867 Category Field Services Post Date Oct. 30, 2024
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Boeing Global Services (BGS) is seeking an Experienced Field Service Representative to support the P-8I Neptune at Indian Naval Station Rajali located in Arakkonam in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. The selected candidate will remain a U.S. Expat reporting to a U.S. Manager and be seconded to Boeing Defense India after hiring, working with local Boeing India Management.

This is a Long-Term Assignment to India for up to 3 years after initial familiarization training and visa processing. Relocation/assignment benefits to the international location will be provided. Ability to meet international assignment health requirements required. If accompanied, family must also meet international assignment health requirements.

You are applying for a Field Operations position where our employees must be willing and able (potentially short notice) to travel to a variety of locations (domestic and/or international) to meet the needs of our customers.

Field Operations employees may be required to relocate to another Field Operations location based on customer needs and/or management requirements.

Specific contracts supported by Field Operations could require employees to perform a deployment to a US DOD contingency operation. Employees associated with these specific contracts must be able to pass military contractor health standards for deployment.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Assisting with fault isolation, repair assistance and O-Level maintenance of P-8I aircraft systems, mission system equipment, airframe, and engines.
  • Must be capable of interpreting technical documents and possess the ability to respond to operational issues in addition to being knowledgeable in the maintenance of both aircraft and mission systems.
  • Conduct on-the-job and informal training for locally hired employees is also included in the position responsibilities.
  • Expected to be available during normal base working hours and also during off-hours to address emergency / Aircraft of Ground (AOG) situations.

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at Indian Naval Station Rajali.

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.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

  • Minimum 3 years of hands-on flight line maintenance experience, directly supporting the P-8 or 737NG.
  • A current/active United States Passport.
  • At the sole discretion of leadership, must be willing and able (on potentially short notice) to deploy/travel to a variety of locations (domestic and international) and for a variety of deployment durations to meet customer needs and the statement of work. Unless compelling reasons exist, failure to deploy/travel will be considered as a resignation.
  • At the sole discretion of leadership, must be willing and able to relocate to a variety of locations (domestic and international) to meet customer needs and the statement of work.  Failure to relocate will be considered as a resignation. 

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • Currently hold or have held an Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) license.
  • Prior experience as an FSR supporting an aircraft weapon system.
  • Hands-on aircraft experience with the P-3 or P-8 aircraft operations or sustainment.
  • P-8 mission systems and operations expertise.
  • Understanding of aircraft maintenance and parts manuals & engineering drawings, especially wiring diagrams.
  • Experience troubleshooting electrical and avionics problems/issues.
  • Quality Assurance experience in an aircraft maintenance or production environment.
  • Experience working with the US Navy.
  • Experience working with the Indian Navy.
  • Experience establishing a new operating base or site while working in austere conditions.
  • Ability to work independently without direct oversight.

Ex-Pat Information:

  • Candidate must be able to obtain a work visa, depending on requirements of the country.
  • Candidate must be able to meet the cultural requirements of the country, as applicable.
  • Employment is contingent on the candidate’s ability to satisfy all labor and immigration formalities of the country.
  • Because the candidate selected will be expected to go on an international assignment, the offer will be contingent upon the candidate’s ability to obtain clearances from International Health Services and the receipt of a visa/work permit to the country in which he or she will be assigned. These contingencies also apply to any/all family members who may be relocating with the candidate.

Typical Education/ Experience:

Education/experience typically acquired through advanced education (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 6 or more years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience (e.g. Master+4 years of related work experience, 10 years of related work experience, etc.).

Relocation:
Relocation benefits will be provided only to the international assignment.

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 for 1st 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 range: $86,700 - $117,300.

Applications for this position will be accepted through November 5, 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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