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Boeing

Flight Operations Mechanic

Patuxent River, MD · On-site

$32.65 - $52.11/hr

Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) is actively seeking experienced Flight Operations Mechanics to join our team in Patuxent River, MD . Flight encompasses all of the duties of the following job ...

Boeing

Flight Operations Mechanic

Saint Charles, MO · On-site

$27 - $35.50/hr

Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) has a number of openings for Flight Operation Mechanics to join our dynamic Weapons Team in St. Charles, MO. Flight encompasses all of the duties of the ...

Boeing

Flight Operations Mechanic

Saint Charles, MO · On-site

$27 - $35.50/hr

Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) has a number of openings for Flight Operation Mechanics to join our dynamic Weapons Team in St. Charles, MO. Flight encompasses all of the duties of the ...

US Department of the Army

$56K/yr

The AASF or AAFA provides flight services and mission briefings which are relatively small in ... availability of space accommodations. Experience planning and organizing the work of others.

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El Segundo, CA · On-site

$120K - $150K/yr

A New Paradigm For Space Operations. Who We Are: Space Kinetic is a dual use space technology ... What You'll Do: The Flight Software Engineer will design, develop, and maintain the critical ...

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Flight Operations Mechanic

Flight Operations Mechanic

Boeing

Patuxent River, MD • On-site

$32.65 - $52.11/hr

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement

This job post has expired 2 days ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

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8.5

Company rating: 8.5 out of 10

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Job description

Flight Operations Mechanic
Company:
Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) is actively seeking experienced Flight Operations Mechanics to join our team in Patuxent River, MD.
Flight encompasses all of the duties of the following job classifications: Inspector Aircraft, Mechanic Electrical and Electronics, and Mechanic Flight.
Position Responsibilities:
  • Inspect the calibration, adjustment, troubleshooting, repair and modification of electronic test equipment used exclusively by production and at times may be required to inspect the calibration, adjustment, trouble-shooting, repair and modification of other electronic test equipment as directed
  • Perform activities prior to flight status and final inspection and daily maintenance of completed experimental aircraft or major modification to experimental aircraft
  • Inspect and/or perform bench and flight line operational checkout and inspect, trouble-shooting, adjustment and repair of electrical and electronic systems
  • Fabricate parts such as skins, doors, aircraft frames, air bags, test panels, clips, brackets, angles and ribs without the aid of jigs and fixtures
  • Perform aircraft flight line operational checkout, trouble-shooting, adjustment and repair of any electrical or electronic system
  • Install or replace instruments such as fuel quantity, rate of climb and oil pressure indicators
  • Install, repair, and replace tanks, power plants, generators, and aircraft engines
  • Perform operational checkout of hydraulic systems and mechanical systems
  • Fabricate, adjust, trouble shoot, repair and modify electronic test equipment
  • Repair, install and hook up bomb, missile and rocket racks and pylons
  • Perform operational checkout of aircraft prior to and during preflight
  • Install adjust, repair and replace structural parts and assemblies
  • Operate engines during run-ups and troubleshoot when needed
  • Splice, route, clamp, solder, and string tie wires or wire bundles
  • Diagnose and correct hydraulic and mechanical malfunctions
  • Modify aircraft components or aircraft support equipment
  • Install or replace reservoirs, etc. and repair leaks
  • Inspect explosive and armament installations
  • Install and load ejection seats and guns
  • Perform engine buildup as assigned
  • Maintain aircraft historical records
  • Perform composite repairs

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
  • 3+ years experience performing military aircraft maintenance activities
  • 1+ years of experience in a military or commercial aircraft environment
  • Military fighter or commercial aircraft maintenance experience

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
  • Experience in troubleshooting electronic and aircraft systems
  • Experience with Aircraft Maintenance/Aircraft Structural Repair

Conflict of Interest:
Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process
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.
Additional Information:
  • The selected candidate must be able to work any shift, as assigned.
  • This is an hourly position governed by the IAM Collective Bargaining agreement.
  • New Hires, as well as employees who transfer from non-union positions, may be required to attend some type of training upon their start. Once any required training has been completed all new employees will be considered on probation for a period of one hundred twenty (120) calendar days. Continued employment is contingent upon successful completion of any required training and the probationary period.

Shift:
  • The candidate must be able to work any shift assigned

Relocation:
  • This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Total Rewards:
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 pay range: $32.65-$52.11/hour USD
Language Requirements:
Not Applicable
Education:
Not Applicable
Relocation:
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.
Export Control Requirement:
Safety Sensitive:
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.
Contingent Upon Award Program
This position is not contingent upon program award
Shift:
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