Job Description

Job Description

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 is currently seeking an Aircraft Structures Mechanic to support the Aerial Refueling Boom Shop for the KC-46 Tanker in Everett, Washington.

As an Aircraft Structures Mechanic you will work within a final assembly/fabrication environment by drawing on knowledge acquired from training and certification classes to complete your daily assigned work. By interpreting drawings and reading/comprehending work instructions you will be responsible for identifying your work (task) location on the airplane/part/tooling and identifying all required hand tools, parts and equipment to accomplish defect-free work.

Job duties included but are not limited to:

• Use a computer in a production environment.

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

• Assemble and install to structural components and sub-assemblies to join larger assemblies. Components may be metal or composites or a combination.

• Use locating points found by utilizing station lines and index points and without jigs, fixtures or tooling, as required.

• Appropriate protective clothing/equipment determined by the task you are performing.

• Operate mechanical lifts of various types (e.g., scissors lifts and snorkel lifts), to locate parts/assemblies into position or to perform assembly work.

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

• Chemical solvents, sealants, coatings, primers, adhesives, paints and special finishes.

• Once your work is completed per testing requirement, you’ll inspect your work for quality and check for FOD (Foreign Object Debris).

This position is expected to be 100% onsite.

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.

Current Boeing employees working in Puget Sound must submit an Employee Request Transfer (ERT) to be considered in the eligible candidate pool. Resumes of current Puget Sound Boeing employees submitted via Careers at Boeing will not be considered.

Basic Qualifications (Required):

• Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs.

• Must be able to work any shift.

• Must be able to stand for long periods of time, kneel, bending at the waist, and walking.

• Experience with Hand Tools.

• Experience with reading and understanding blueprints and drawings.

• Must have basic computer skills and ability to input data.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Aerospace or Mechanical experience preferred.

• Experience in a Manufacturing and production environment.

• Experience with Functional Test and trouble shooting.

Relocation:

This position is located in a location that does not offer relocation. 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 .

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: $25.00 - $49.92

Applications for this position will be accepted through September 19th 2025.

Applications for this position will be accepted until Oct. 27, 2025

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 2nd 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.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Live in, Immediate start, Relocation, Visa sponsorship, Work visa, Relocation package, Flexible hours, Shift work, Afternoon shift,

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