Associate Structures Mechanic – F

Position: Associate Structures Mechanic – F-15 (4700)

Associate Structures Mechanic – F-15 (4700)

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Job Description

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Boeing Defense Space & Security (BDS) is looking for an Associate Structures Mechanic to join our F‑15 team in San Antonio, TX.

Position Responsibilities

• Perform close tolerance drilling, reaming, removal, and installation to critical support structures and fracture critical areas.
• Locate blind holes necessary for installation of new structural items to existing structure.
• Perform efforts associated with sealing, painting, shimming, and preserving structure in accordance with standard repair processes.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, technical orders, process specification, and retrofit requirements to perform structural modification/repair.
• Use tooling assemblies and fixtures for depot level modification and repair of structural parts.
• Knowledge of aircraft mechanical component troubleshooting/repair procedures and replacement of components.
• Knowledge of aircraft sheet metal/structural modification and repair and the ability to determine functionality of non-complex electrical systems.
• Knowledge of aircraft unique tools such as test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, cable tensiometers, sheet metal brakes and sheers, etc.
• Access aircraft data via computer systems and initiate on-line parts and discrepancy requests.
• Maintain necessary certifications, licenses and permits as required for assigned work.
• Ascend and descend vertical work ladders, work in confined spaces, and lift loads of approximately 35 pounds.
• Ensure working environment is deemed safe for access and job task performance via Hazardous Energy and Lock Out /Tag systems applications.

Basic Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience working with non-porous metals, such as aluminum, titanium, and stainless.
• 4+ years of experience working with schematics, specifications, assembly drawings and standard operating procedures.
• 4+ years of experience using structures hand tools such as drills (45° and 90°), pancake adapters, counter sink cages, hole finders, and rivet guns.
• 4+ years of experience working heavy structures: locating, drilling, countersinking and fastening structures (i.e., doublers, stringers, webs, seat tracks, etc.) to aircraft.
• Ability to work variable shifts (i.e., scheduled and unscheduled overtime; weekends and holidays) to support mission requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in aircraft heavy maintenance (F‑15 or Depot Level).
• Experience working with titanium aircraft structures.
• Ability to operate a forklift, mobile crane, and riding type electric powered elevating equipment.

Shift

This position is variable shift.

Drug Free Workplace

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 is met as outlined in our policies.

Total Rewards & Pay Transparency

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. Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary Starting Pay Rate: $75,000 / $36.06 per hour.

Additive Pay: $1.00/hourly for Airframe Certification. $1.00/hourly for Powerplant Certification.

Export Control Requirements

• 120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance post‑start is required.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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

Seniority Level

Not applicable.

Employment Type

Full‑time.

Job Function

Management and Manufacturing.

Industries

Airlines and Aviation;
Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing; and Defense and Space Manufacturing.

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Applications for this position will be accepted until Jan. 22, 2026.

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