Aircraft Structures Mechanic - Aerial Refueling Boom Shop - KC-Tanker

Overview

Boeing is seeking an Aircraft Structures Mechanic to support the Aerial Refueling Boom Shop for the KC-46 Tanker in Everett, Washington. As an Aircraft Structures Mechanic you will work within a final assembly/fabrication environment, drawing on knowledge from training and certification classes to complete daily work. By interpreting drawings and reading work instructions, you will identify your task location on the airplane/part/tooling and determine all required hand tools, parts and equipment to accomplish defect-free work.

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. This role must meet Export Control compliance requirements; therefore, a “US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.15 is required. “US Person” includes US citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

• Use a computer in a production environment.
• Look up/read/comprehend technical work instructions, drawings and/or specifications.
• Assemble and install structural components and sub-assemblies to join larger assemblies. Components may be metal, composites, or a combination.
• Use locating points found by station lines and index points, without jigs, fixtures or tooling, as required.
• Wear appropriate protective clothing/equipment determined by the task being performed.
• Operate mechanical lifts (e.g., scissors lifts and snorkel lifts) to locate parts/assemblies into position or perform assembly work.
• Use drills and high impact vibratory tools (bucking, riveting), as well as screwdrivers, huck pullers, lock bolt pullers, power screwdrivers, C-squeezes, ratchet wrenches, nut runners, torque wrenches, crimpers and cable tools.
• Work with chemicals, solvents, sealants, coatings, primers, adhesives, paints and special finishes.
• Inspect completed work for quality and check for FOD (Foreign Object Debris) after testing requirements are met.

Basic Qualifications (Required):

• Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs.
• Must be able to work any shift.
• Must be able to stand for long periods, kneel, bend at the waist, and walk.
• Experience with hand tools.
• Experience with reading and understanding blueprints and drawings.
• Must have basic computer skills and ability to input data.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Aerospace or mechanical experience preferred.
• Experience in a manufacturing and production environment.
• Experience with functional test and troubleshooting.

This position is located in a location that does not offer relocation. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post-offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria are met as outlined in our policies.

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and programs for paid and unpaid time away from work.

Specific programs vary by eligibility factors such as location, hire date, and collective bargaining agreements. Pay is based on candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Summary pay range: $25.00 - $49.92.

Applications for this position will be accepted through September 19, 2025. Applications will be accepted until Mar. 07, 2026.

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

This position is for 2nd shift.

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.