Assembly Mechanic-Apprenticeship

Boeing • Florissant, MO

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Boeing is hiring aspiring mechanics for its Assembly Mechanic Apprenticeship program in St. Louis. The full-time, company-sponsored program provides formal learning, on-the-job experience, and mentorship in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. It is a registered apprenticeship recognized by the U.S. Department of Labor, and graduates receive a nationally recognized DOL credential.

Applicants are considered for one of three pathways based on their experience and interests: Structural, Electrical, or Mechanical. Each pathway is a 15-week cohort. Training begins with an accelerated program covering foundational manufacturing and assembly skills, supported by managers and mentors and practiced through hands-on project work. Successful candidates may have the opportunity to convert upon completion to a union-represented Assembly Mechanic position, with further program-specific training and on-the-job learning.

The Structural pathway covers interpreting model-based drawings and blueprints, following work instructions, sealant application, fastener layout, drilling, countersinking, fastener installation and removal, and trimming parts. The Electrical pathway covers interpreting drawings and work instructions, wire bundle routing, stripping, terminating and splicing, solder sleeves, connector build-up, bundle dressing, fiber optics, RF cable handling, and bonding and grounding. The Mechanical pathway covers interpreting drawings and work instructions, torquing, installing safe-tying devices, rigging, fluid-line installation, and component installation. All pathways include identifying the hand tools, parts, and equipment needed to complete defect-free work while ensuring structural integrity and safety.

The program is located at the St. Louis Community College–Florissant Valley campus. Class start dates vary by pathway and course schedule. Classes may be held on first or second shift, and selected candidates will be informed of their shift before the course begins. Candidates must be able to work any shift based on operational needs. The position does not offer relocation assistance; candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.

The stated summary pay is $18.00 per hour. Pay increases after conversion to the Assembly Mechanic position. Eligible employees may enroll in benefit programs that generally include health insurance, flexible spending and health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance, and paid and unpaid time away from work; available options vary by eligibility factors.

Successful candidates must satisfy Boeing’s Conflict of Interest assessment process. The position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required by the U.S. Government, and an interim and/or final U.S. Secret clearance is required after starting. Boeing does not sponsor employment visas. Post-offer applicants and employees may be subject to drug and alcohol testing when criteria in company policies are met.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience using basic math, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Basic computer experience and competency.
• Ability to work any shift based on operational needs.
• Successful completion of the Company’s Conflict of Interest assessment process.
• Ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required, and an interim and/or final U.S. Secret clearance is required after starting.

Nice To Haves

• Experience using basic precision measuring tools.
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Passion for continuous learning, improvement, technology, and achievement.
• Curiosity, problem-solving ability, and ability to apply learning to work quickly.
• Mechanical aptitude and eagerness to learn new things and help others.
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with accountability to a team.
• Self-motivation, initiative, and persistence in achieving success.
• Strong interpersonal skills and confident communication with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Learn and demonstrate foundational manufacturing and assembly skills through formal learning, on-the-job experiences, mentorship, and hands-on project work.
• Interpret model-based drawings and blueprints and follow work instructions.
• In the Structural pathway, perform sealant application, fastener layout, drilling, countersinking, fastener installation and removal, and parts trimming.
• In the Electrical pathway, perform wire routing, stripping, terminating and splicing; use solder sleeves; build connectors and dress bundles; handle fiber optics and RF cables; and bond and ground parts.
• In the Mechanical pathway, perform torquing, install safe-tying devices, rig components, install fluid lines, and install components.
• Identify the hand tools, parts, and equipment required to perform defect-free work while ensuring structural integrity and safety.
• Progress through the apprenticeship skills roadmap with support from managers and mentors; successful candidates may convert to a union-represented Assembly Mechanic position after completion.

Benefits

• Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance, and programs providing paid and unpaid time away from work; availability depends on eligibility factors.
• Pay increase after conversion to the Assembly Mechanic position.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED