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Experienced Back Shop Mechanic

Uttar Pradesh Job ID JR2026503033 Category Manufacturing, Repair and Maintenance Role Type Onsite Post Date Apr. 07, 2026
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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.

As a leading global aerospace company, Boeing develops, manufactures and services commercial airplanes, defense products and space systems for customers in more than 150 countries. As a top U.S. exporter, the company leverages the talents of a global supplier base to advance economic opportunity, sustainability and community impact. Boeing’s team is committed to innovating for the future, leading with sustainability, and cultivating a culture based on the company’s core values of safety, quality and integrity.

About Boeing Defense in India

Boeing is committed to providing holistic lifecycle solutions for defense customers in India through Boeing Defense India (BDI). BDI serves as the local entity, offering these solutions for government and defense customers in India. BDI plays an important role in the mission readiness and modernization of India’s defense forces. Efficient solutions, timely support, and flawless execution are critical elements of BDI’s commitment to Boeing customers and the Indian aerospace and defense industry.

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At Boeing, we believe creativity and innovation thrives when every employee is trusted, empowered, and has the flexibility to choose, grow, learn, and explore. We offer variable arrangements depending upon business and customer needs, and professional pursuits that offer greater flexibility in the way our people work. We also believe that collaboration, frequent team engagements, and face-to-face meetings bring together different  perspectives and thoughts – enabling every voice to be heard and every perspective to be respected.  No matter where or how our teammates work, we are committed to positively shaping people’s careers and being thoughtful about employee wellbeing.

With us, you can create and contribute to what matters most in your career, community, country, and world. Join us in powering the progress of global aerospace.

Position Overview:

C-17 Field Services Team is currently looking for an Experienced Back-Shop Mechanic to be based at Hindan, India with specialist knowledge of electrical & electronics repairs, Structures, Composites & NDI, who will work as mechanic in the back-shop of IAF undertaking maintenance, repair and operational support to Government Furnished Equipment installed in the Machine Shop, Sheet metal Shop, NDI shop and especially Composite shop. The shops have state-of-the-art imported equipment installed and the selected candidate will be also required to provide Operational training for the IAF technicians and undertake manufacture & repairs as needed.

Teamwork in diverse team is important in this position.  Must be able to think proactively and work collaboratively with every team member. Must be willing to work flexible hours (early or late as needed) to meet customers’ requirements. Demonstrate strong written, oral, presentation and interpersonal communication skills. Knowledge of written and spoken English, and familiar with computer operation. Be self-motivated and able to work independently with a positive attitude and high ethics.

Selected candidate must have knowledge and deep understanding of working on various equipment installed in the shops. He must demonstrate capability to undertake repair of various machines installed in the back- shops, replace spares as required and initiate demand for spares when required. Be a self-starter who is not afraid to proactively seek information and direction to successfully complete the statement of work. Be able to demonstrate highly innovative and creative problem-solving skills. 

Position Responsibilities

- Demonstrate skill in analyzing engineering data and drawing.

- Undertake maintenance, repair and modifications of the equipment installed in the shops. Should be familiar with fault isolation of complex machines and undertake repairs as necessary.

- Demonstrate capability to provide Operational training to the IAF technicians. The training will cover all the equipment fitted in the back-shop over and above the 04 shops mentioned above.

- Demonstrate capability to co-ordinate with international teams and place demands for defective items.

- Individual will work closely with team members of C17 Field Services. Will also develop and maintain relationships / partnerships with customers, stakeholders, peers, and partners to develop collaborative plans and execute on-going projects.

- Documents procedures and established processes (e.g., repairs, test results, applicable modifications and inspection results).

- Oversees training. Works under general direction.

Employment will be subject to the candidate’s ability to obtain a security clearance from IAF. All information provided will be checked and may be verified.

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

- 7+ years of hands-on experience in maintaining & repairing sophisticated equipment like Lathe machines, industrial X-ray machines, NDI machines, Sheet metal machines and composite structure repair machines, at Airport / Airlines / MROs preferably at Military aviation establishments/BRDs.

- Knowledge and experience in undertaking various structural repairs, composite repairs, Electronics and Electrical components of the machines with knowledge /experience of techniques & maintaining the related equipment preferably at Airport / Airlines /MRO / Military Aviation Establishments/BRDs.

- Demonstrated experience and capability to diagnose the defects through schematic/ diagrams and technical manuals.

- Previous work experience in BRDs/workshops/MRO supporting Airlines/Defense establishment undertaking similar jobs.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

- Diploma in Electrical/ Mechanical Engineering is desirable.

- Repair of various types of Structural components, NDI, Composites, maintenance of its related equipment & machines along with knowledge of various Computer numerical controls & software related to these machines

Typical Education & Experience:

• Typically,  6-10 years related work experience or relevant military experience. Advanced degree (eg. bachelor, master, etc) preferred but not required.”

Relocation:

This position does offer relocation within INDIA.


Applications for this position will be accepted until Apr. 18, 2026


Export Control Requirements:

This is not an Export Control position.

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

Not a Shift Worker (India)


Equal Opportunity Employer:

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law.

We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world’s most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are proud members of the Valuable 500 and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.

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