Boeing Painter Jobs in Renton, WA (NOW HIRING)

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Boeing Commercial Airplanes is excited to offer opportunities for Assembler Installer Doors B to join our Joint and Installation teams in Renton and Everett, Washington.

As an Assembler Installer for Doors, you will embark on an exhilarating journey where precision meets innovation at great heights! This dynamic role places you at the forefront of aerospace assembly work, where you will work on elevated platforms, reaching up to 90 feet off the ground, to install and align critical door systems. Your expertise will directly impact on the functionality and safety of our aircraft, as you collaborate with a skilled team to transform complex designs into reality.

You will play a critical role in upholding our commitment to safety and quality standards, ensuring that all operations meet regulatory compliance and operational excellence. If you are detail-oriented, possess strong technical skills, and thrive in a collaborative environment, we invite you to apply and be a part of our mission to deliver excellence in aviation.

Position Responsibilities:

• Review bar charts, Installation Plans (IP), and Shop Order Instances (SOI) to determine job assignments and obtain necessary rig documents and drawings.

• Identify and locate the work area using drawings, IP, SOI, and other documentation that specifies airplane number and section.

• Verify the accuracy of kitted detail parts and assemblies by comparing part numbers and quantities against IP, SOI, and Bills of Material (BOM).

• Retrieve parts from the Parts Control Area (PCA) or other storage locations as specified, ensuring they are effective for the airplane and free of defects.

• Set up assembly tools according to tooling instructions and drawings, ensuring all locators are correct for the specific model configuration.

• Drill, ream, and countersink close tolerance holes, and install fasteners in parts and assemblies per specifications using appropriate tools.

• Align and install door assemblies to the airplane structure, ensuring proper initial alignment with bolts and bushings.

• Adjust door assemblies for fit and alignment using door rigging tools, ensuring correct swing and fairing with the fuselage.

• Install door hardware, including seals and sensors, and check for proper fit, gaps, and light leaks.

• Apply sealants, primers, and special finishes according to specifications, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.

• Conduct seal checks on door installations using vacuum pressurization equipment and ultrasonic leak detectors to identify leaks.

• Install personnel evacuation slides and associated components, assisting in deployment checks to ensure proper operation.

• Perform functional and operational tests on all door systems, including mechanical and electrical components, to verify correct functionality.

• Handle and dispose of hazardous materials, such as paints and sealants, in accordance with safety regulations.

• Operate various types of mechanical lifts (e.g., scissor and snorkel lifts) to position parts and perform assembly work safely.

• Maintain a clean work environment by removing all Foreign Object Debris (FOD) to ensure safety and quality.

• Witness and assist in the deployment of evacuation slides and the removal of evacuation equipment from the aircraft.

• Execute any necessary rework, modifications, or incorporation of changes during or after the assembly of doors and related components.

• Properly mark and symbolize work for subsequent riveting and assembly processes.

• Coordinate with other ongoing tests on the aircraft, ensuring lockout/tagout systems are in place when performing tests.

• Document and report any job handicaps, such as errors in parts, materials, or assembly procedures, in accordance with shop procedures.

• Maintain personal and tool certifications, ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards.

• Collaborate with management and other departments to address process-related issues and report any job handicaps or errors encountered during assembly.

Physical Demands and Potential Hazards:

• Perform physical tasks that include lifting weights ranging from 10-15 lbs to 15-35 lbs.

• Engage in various movements such as reaching, handling, turning, twisting, lifting, lowering, climbing, balancing, bending, kneeling, crouching, and squatting.

• Work in environments that may involve contact with metals, solvents, and coolants.

• Operate in proximity to moving parts and tools, sharp cutters, and potential slipping hazards.

• Adapt to varying noise levels and atmospheric conditions.

• Utilize personal safety gear to protect face/eyes, hands/arms, and feet while performing job duties.

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.

This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a “US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.62 is required. “US Person” includes US Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee

Current Boeing employees working in Puget Sound must submit an Employee Request Transfer (ERT) to be considered in the eligible candidate pool. Resumes of current Puget Sound Boeing employees submitted via Careers at Boeing will not be considered.

Basic Qualifications:

• 1+ years of experience in functional testing

• 1+ years of experience using hand tools and/or hand-held power tools

• Experience reading blueprints and structural drawings

Preferred Qualifications:

• Attended a Boeing partnered manufacturing related high school or community and technology college academic program

​Conflict of Interest:  

Successful candidates for this position must successfully complete the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process. 

Typical Education & Experience:

High school graduate or GED preferred.

Relocation:

• Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense

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.

Union Representation Statement:

This is an hourly position governed by the International Association of Machinists (IAM-751) Collective Bargaining agreement.

Shift Work Statement:

• This position is for a variety of shifts

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: 25.32/hour, with potential to earn up to $54.76/hour in accordance with the terms of the relevant collective bargaining agreement 

Applications for this position will be accepted until Jan. 20, 2027

Language Requirements

English Preferred

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

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.