Product Repair/Modification Technicians - Structures (Associate Level)

Boeing • Jacksonville, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Boeing Aerospace Operations is hiring Associate Level Product Repair/Modification Technicians – Structures for its MRO Jacksonville facility in Jacksonville, Florida. The technicians will join the MRO and Component Operations F/A-18 organization and support military and commercial derivative aircraft, fighter aircraft, and aircraft component maintenance, repair, and overhaul. The work directly supports military customer readiness through aircraft repairs and modifications. Employees are expected to follow established processes, maintain accurate and timely work records, and comply with contractual and regulatory requirements.

The role involves fabricating, locating, trimming, drilling, reaming, and assembling metallic and composite components; performing structural repairs and modifications on aircraft and flight-control components; and applying aircraft finishes and sealants. Technicians use blueprints, technical directives, maintenance instructions, work orders, measuring tools, assembly jigs, repair equipment, and other tooling. They also complete maintenance documentation and handovers, report technical issues, follow safety and quality procedures, and work collaboratively to deliver aircraft on time. Candidates must be able to work first or second shift, including variable schedules, weekends, and overtime; some positions may rotate shifts.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of Aircraft Structures Mechanic experience; commercial, defense, or relevant trade-apprenticeship experience is considered.
• At least 3 years of experience reading and understanding engineering drawings, blueprints, schematics, and specifications.
• Ability to close-tolerance drill within .003 and precision-measure within .003.
• Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work variable shifts, including weekends and overtime; some positions may be rotating.
• Ability to work either first or second shift.
• Must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements as a U.S. Person, as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62.
• Successful candidates must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest assessment process.

Nice To Haves

• FAA certification in Airframe and/or Power Plant.
• Ability to close-tolerance drill within .001 and precision-measure within .0005.
• Knowledge of general aircraft maintenance and environmental processes, including Human Factors, FOD control, tool control, health and safety, and COSHH.

Responsibilities

• Use assembly jigs, repair equipment, fixed tooling, and measuring tools to position, trim, shim, drill, deburr, and build components to blueprint requirements.
• Identify common fastener types and use appropriate cutting tools for fastener removal and installation.
• Read and interpret blueprints, process data sheets, maintenance instruction manuals, work orders, engineering drawings, schematics, and specifications.
• Fabricate, locate, trim, drill or ream, and assemble metallic and composite components.
• Modify aircraft skins and other structural components, and install rivets, blind fasteners, hi-locks, and similar fasteners.
• Perform structural repairs and modifications on F-18 flight controls, tankers, strike fighters, commercial derivative aircraft, and flight-control components.
• Perform cleaning, corrosion prevention and control, polishing, or dry-wash tasks.
• Remove and reinstall access panels and fairings, and remove damaged screws without damaging surrounding structure.
• Safety-wire components and install cotter pins.
• Apply aircraft finishes, including primer, paint, Alodine, and sealants.
• Complete aircraft technical logbooks, maintenance documentation, work packages, and zonal handovers accurately and on time, in coordination with program leads and managers.
• Report technical issues, discrepancies, incidents, and occurrences through the appropriate channels, including Boeing’s Safety Management System.
• Strive for first-time quality, safe work, efficient execution, and clean, organized work areas; follow “Clean as You Go” practices.
• Follow direction from leads and senior subject matter experts and complete required company and statement-of-work training.
• Maintain certifications, licenses, and permits required for assigned work, and wear required safety equipment.
• Lift and use tools, materials, equipment, and components within Boeing lifting standards.
• Perform daily detailed tool inventories and use basic computer systems, including Microsoft Office, as needed for job duties.
• Comply with regulatory requirements, company processes, and procedures; contribute to continuous improvement and an open reporting culture.
• Work flexibly with the team to support on-time aircraft delivery and perform other duties as directed by management.
• Demonstrate appropriate team behaviors, including equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Benefits

• Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and programs providing paid and unpaid time away from work.
• Competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
• Employee incentive programs.
• Educational assistance.
• Resources to support employee development.
• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

What This Job Offers

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