EA-18G Structures Mechanic

Boeing • NAS Whidbey Island, WA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Boeing Aerospace Operations, part of Boeing Global Services, is seeking an EA-18G Structures Mechanic to join its team at Whidbey Island, Washington. The mechanic will modify and enhance structural components of EA-18G Growler aircraft to support capability upgrades, ensuring mission readiness and airworthiness through structural repair expertise, compliance with aerospace quality standards, and safe work practices.

The role involves complex structural modifications and repairs, capability upgrades, interpretation of technical documentation, coordination with engineering, quality assurance, and production teams, and maintenance of detailed work and inspection records. The mechanic will also support troubleshooting and continuous improvement of modification processes.

Work is primarily performed in hangar or production-floor environments. The role involves physical demands such as heavy lifting, climbing, and working in confined spaces, and requires adherence to safety procedures and use of personal protective equipment. The position requires an active U.S. Secret Security Clearance and U.S. citizenship. The role is not contingent upon program award. Relocation may be available based on candidate eligibility. Boeing will not sponsor employment visas.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of experience on the F/A-18 and/or EA-18G platform.
• At least 3 years of experience with aircraft fuselage or wing structures assembly, maintenance, or repair.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and engineering change documents.
• Must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements as a U.S. Person.
• Requires an active U.S. Secret Security Clearance; U.S. citizenship is required.
• Successful candidates must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest assessment process.

Nice To Haves

• Technical certification or an associate degree in Aerospace Technology, Aviation Maintenance, or a related field.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality standards, and continuous process improvement.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a dynamic, deadline-driven environment.
• Familiarity with EA-18G Growler systems and modification processes.
• Excellent communication skills for interfacing with engineering, quality, and production teams.
• Relevant military aviation structural maintenance experience.
• FAA or equivalent military aircraft structural repair certifications.
• Familiarity with Boeing manufacturing and quality control systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex structural modifications and repairs on EA-18G Growler aircraft in accordance with engineering drawings, specifications, and technical bulletins.
• Execute capability upgrades focused on structural integrity, aerodynamics, and integration with electronic warfare systems.
• Interpret and use blueprints, technical manuals, wiring diagrams, and structural modification instructions.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality assurance, and production teams to ensure modifications are correctly executed.
• Maintain detailed records of repair and modification work, inspection results, and configuration changes.
• Follow safety procedures, environmental regulations, and Boeing quality management systems.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance modification processes, reduce cycle times, and improve aircraft capability.
• Support troubleshooting to resolve structural issues affecting aircraft performance or mission readiness.

Benefits

• Competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
• Eligible employees may enroll in benefit programs generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance, and paid and unpaid time away from work.
• Relocation based on candidate eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed