Quality Assembly Mechanic - Nondestructive Test (NDT) Technician

Boeing•Berkeley, MO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Boeing Defense, Space and Security is hiring an Assembly Mechanic to support the Quality Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) team in Berkeley, Missouri. Selected candidates are considered for formal NDT training and certification at no cost to the employee. Employees must obtain and maintain the applicable Boeing-specific NDT certification and pass a vision examination. After certification, the employee will perform penetrant (PT) NDT on aerospace products, using digital and automated inspection systems in an aerospace environment aligned with industry standards and regulations. Opportunities for skill growth and advancement depend on performance. The position is expected to be 100% onsite. Candidates must be able to work any assigned shift, including first, second, or third shift, and may need to accommodate additional shift requirements to support program objectives. The role is union-represented, hourly, and governed by the IAM 837 Collective Bargaining Agreement. New hires and employees transferring from non-union positions may be required to attend training. Following required training, new employees are subject to a 120-calendar-day probationary period; continued employment depends on successful completion. The work may involve exposure to noise, dust, fumes, airborne particles, and smoke within OSHA-permissible exposure levels. Boeing provides safety training and equipment in accordance with applicable laws, industry standards, and company policies. Employees must wear PPE appropriate to the testing method and be able and willing to stand for 90% of the work time, stoop, bend, stretch, assume awkward positions, and lift up to 35 pounds. Candidates must be able to obtain a U.S. security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship; an interim and/or final U.S. Secret clearance is required after starting. Candidates must also satisfy Boeing's Conflict of Interest assessment process. Boeing is a drug-free workplace, and post-offer applicants and employees may be subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when policy criteria are met. Boeing will not sponsor employment visas. Relocation assistance is not available; candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense. The summary pay range is $24.00 to $51.27 per hour, based on candidate experience and qualifications as well as market and business considerations. Eligible employees may have access to benefit programs generally including health insurance, flexible spending and health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance, and paid and unpaid time away from work. Availability may vary according to eligibility, location, hire date, and applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 1 year of experience working in a manufacturing or assembly environment.
Experience with Microsoft Office products, including Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, and Word.
Obtain and maintain applicable Boeing-specific NDT certification and successfully pass a vision examination.
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.
Ability to work any assigned shift.
Ability and willingness to stand 90% of the time, stoop, bend, stretch, engage in awkward positioning, and lift up to 35 pounds.
Satisfy the company's Conflict of Interest assessment process.

Nice To Haves

Technical aptitude.
Formal NDT training and experience, including at least Level II certification or military equivalent in Magnetic or Penetrant testing.
At least 1 year of experience conducting aerospace inspection.
Experience with the Magnetic Particle Bench method.
At least 3 years of experience with magnetic particle and fluorescent dye penetrant nondestructive testing.

Responsibilities

Set up specialized nondestructive test or measurement equipment.
Develop procedures and processes.
Perform tests or inspections and collect data.
Document, analyze, and communicate results, and assist with corrective-action recommendations.
Provide feedback on adverse trends.
Conduct nondestructive testing and accept repairs to company products.
Conduct certification-preparation training and provide guidance to trainees and Level I NDT-certified personnel.
Communicate effectively in writing and verbally.