Experienced Fabrication Specialist (Preparing and Painting)
About The Position
The Boeing Company’s Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) is hiring an Experienced Fabrication Specialist for the Air Dominance Operations team at the Advanced Composite Fabrication Center in Mesa, Arizona. The role supports proprietary programs in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and requires effective teamwork and communication. Ideal candidates also bring leadership skills and adaptability. The specialist develops and applies set-ups and techniques for fabricating composite structures and assemblies; prepares composite detail parts from pre-preg materials and wet layup processes; and supports assembly and fabrication using autoclave, GFM, and other processes. The work includes bonding and installing composite and metallic components to engineering specifications, applying adhesives and release agents, identifying nonconforming parts and processes, and collaborating with engineering to improve manufacturing processes. The role requires knowledge of composite bonding best practices and foreign object debris (FOD) prevention. The position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Secret security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship. Candidates must be able to work any shift, including first or second shift, and travel up to 10% of the time. Relocation assistance is not negotiable, and the employer will not sponsor employment visas. The position is not safety-sensitive and is not contingent upon a program award.
Requirements
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
- Related composites work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience related to composites.
- Ability to interpret and work from blueprints, sketches, and written and verbal instructions in English.
- Ability to obtain a U.S. Secret security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required for the clearance.
- Availability to work any shift, including first or second shift.
Nice To Haves
- Active Secret clearance.
- Experience setting up and operating GFM (ply cutter).
- Experience setting up and operating automated fiber placement.
- Experience with aerospace or automotive spray painting operations.
Responsibilities
- Develop lay-up and assembly set-ups and techniques for fabricating composite structures and assemblies.
- Set up and troubleshoot composite parts for assembly or layup.
- Assemble, lay up, or support fabrication of parts and components using autoclave, GFM, and other processes.
- Identify nonconforming detail parts, assemblies, and processes; work with engineering to improve manufacturing processes.
- Fabricate composite detail parts using pre-preg composite materials and/or wet layup processes.
- Locate station lines, index points, and E.O.P. lines to establish exact locations for ply installations and components.
- Assemble and install composite and metallic detail components by bonding, sealing, cementing, and riveting to engineering specifications.
- Set up, weigh, mix, and apply composite adhesives according to engineering and company specifications.
- Prepare and apply required release agents to composite prototype and/or production tooling according to company specifications.
- Apply composite material bonding best practices and FOD control and prevention.
Benefits
- Competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
- Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life insurance, disability insurance, and programs providing paid and unpaid time away from work.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
