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Boeing Commercial Airplanes is excited to offer opportunities for an Inspector Assembly and Installation B to join our Quality team in Everett and Renton, Washington. 

As an Inspector Assembly and Installation B, you will be a key contributor to our commitment to delivering high-quality aircraft components. Your role will involve conducting thorough inspections of final assemblies and installations, ensuring that every part meets stringent quality standards and specifications. You will collaborate closely with Engineering, Quality, and Manufacturing teams to identify and resolve any defects, while also performing in-process inspections to maintain operational excellence. Your keen attention to detail will be essential as you verify compliance with established procedures and documentation, ensuring that all work is completed safely and efficiently. 

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:  

• Inspect final assemblies, subassemblies, and installations of parts and systems for workmanship, fit, alignment, and conformance with drawings and specifications. 

• Perform shakedown inspections and witness functional checks to ensure operational readiness. 

• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and Manufacturing to evaluate and coordinate improvements in build processes and defect reduction initiatives. 

• Investigate and resolve defect-related problems, initiating and documenting nonconforming materials or assemblies as necessary. 

• Conduct audits and surveillance of manufacturing and quality assurance processes to ensure compliance with specifications. 

• Plan and sequence work assignments, performing any necessary layout and mathematical computations. 

• Use production sheets, shop mathematics, blueprints, and precision measuring instruments to accomplish work assignments. 

• Review manufacturing plans and paperwork for completeness and compliance, identifying any missed operations or processes. 

• Perform in-process inspections, including checks for torque, seal squeeze out, and electrical bonding. 

• Inspect electrical assemblies for proper installation, crimping, termination, and routing. 

• Document discrepancies according to specifications and procedures and report them as necessary. 

• Reject assemblies or installations that do not meet quality standards, noting discrepancies and require corrections. 

• Verify and reinspect removals and reinstallations of parts and assemblies. 

• Indicate Quality Assurance acceptance by stamping the appropriate paperwork and processing completed records. 

• Initiate line and/or store checks to investigate whether rejectable conditions exist on other airplanes or parts/assemblies and maintain personal and tool certifications. 

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: 

• 2+ years of experience as a Quality Inspector or in a related inspection role within a similar industry, such as, but not limited to, Aerospace and Manufacturing.

• Experience in setting and using precision measuring tools and equipment such as micrometers, calipers, and/or dial indicators.  

• Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications.  

• Ability to walk constantly throughout the workday; stand 6-8 hours per day; climb or work from stairs/steps up to 8 hours per day; climb ladders; bend and twist frequently up to six hours per day; squat and kneel.  

• Ability to complete Fall Protection Training.

• Ability to use a respirator or have been respirator certified.

• Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Experience in Foreign Object Debris (FOD) risk

• Experience with 3-D Modeling tools.   

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: 

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

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: $26.32/hour, with potential to earn up to $56.36/hour in accordance with the terms of the relevant collective bargaining agreement.