Associate Structures Mechanic - Executive Fleet (5343)

Company: BOEING
Location: San Antonio
Posted on: May 1, 2025

Job Description:

Job Description
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Boeing Defense Space & Security (BDS) is looking for an Associate Structures Mechanic to join our Executive Fleet team in San Antonio, TX .

This position requires an individual to work onsite at a location in which access is limited to US Citizens only

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 modifications and repairs
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
Determine functionality of basic electrical systems
Knowledge of aircraft 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

This position requires the ability to pass an assessment during the training cycle.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
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 degrees, pancake adapters, counter sink cages, hole finders, and rivet guns
4+ years of experience working heavy structures: locating, drilling, countersinking and fastening structures (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 and workload

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
Experience with Depot Level/Heavy Structures maintenance
Experience with Executive Fleet aircraft maintenance and operations
Operate a forklift, mobile crane, and riding type electric powered elevating equipment to accomplish work assignment

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 of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

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

Incentive Pay:
$10k signing bonus available for military veterans with the following experience:
Army (15G Aircraft Structural Repairer) with 5 or more yrs. of experience
Navy (AM: Aviation Structural Mechanic) with 5 years of more of experience
Air Force (2A7X3: Aircraft Structural Maintenance) with 5 years or more of experience
Marines (6092 Aircraft Intermediate Level Structures Mechanic) with 5 or more years of experience

Applications for this position will be accepted until May. 01, 2025

Export Control Requirements: This is not an Export Control position.
Relocation
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.
Visa Sponsorship
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Shift
This position is for variable shift

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.

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