Aircraft Composite Repair Mechanic (Associate or Experienced) -

Job Description

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Boeing Global Services (BGS) is looking for an Aircraft Composite Repair Technician (Associate or Experienced) to join our F/A-18 E/F Ailerons team in Jacksonville, FL.

Position Responsibilities:

• Perform bonding of metallic or nonmetallic materials to fabricate parts and/or for repair applications using products and processes
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, manuals, specification sketches, job orders, planning documents and engineering drawings
• Determine equipment requirements and the method and sequences of operation to be followed in fabrication of parts using materials such as graphite, fiberglass, plastic, epoxy resins, rubber and similar materials
• Plan, lay-out and build adhesive bonded assemblies of metallic and non-metallic composite materials
• Build composites and metal parts into subassemblies for the purpose of pre-fitting in preparation for bonding, curing in press ovens, and autoclaves
• Lay out, pre-fit, assemble and perform lay-up on a variety of metal-to-metal and composite bonded assemblies Fits core in where close tolerances are required for installation of details for completion of assembly
• Perform vacuum bagging
• Lay out and mark dimensions and reference lines on material to develop and trace patterns of product or parts or uses templates
• Select tooling and materials compatible with the processing techniques identified in the work instructions
• Execute all required paperwork in connection with assigned duties
• Use and operate ground support equipment as needed.
• Work with little or no supervision and accomplish assignments, prioritizing first-time quality
• Interface effectively with members of management, other departments, and co-workers
• Follow all safety procedures and specifications
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment
• Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• 3+ years of experience in an aircraft composite repair role
• 3+ years of experience in aircraft mechanical composite component troubleshooting, repair procedures and replacement of parts
• 3+ years of experience in aircraft structural modifications and repair
• 3+ years of experience with aircraft tools such as test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, micro bonder, vacuum gauges, heat blankets
• 3+ years of experience reading and interpreting blueprints, drawings, manuals specification sketches, job orders, planning documents and engineering drawings
• 3+ years of experience with prioritizing workloads to maintain schedules on assigned projects

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• 5+ years of work-related experience as listed above
• Experience presenting to leadership, internal and external customers
• Experience with developing and maintaining partnerships with customers, stakeholders and peers

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 .

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 Pay Range: (Associate) $57,800 - $68,000

Summary Pay Range: (Experienced) $68,000 - $80,000

Applications for this position will be accepted until Jun. 06, 2026

Export Control Requirements:

If the successful candidate is not a "U.S. Person" (as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.62 "U.S. Person" includes U.S. citizens and U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents, refugees, or asylees) and the position requires access to export-controlled data, an appropriate export authorization by the U.S. Government may be required prior to such access. Employment, and the continuity of employment of non-U.S. persons, is contingent upon the company's ability to secure and maintain the necessary export control authorization.

Export Control Details:

US based job, US Person not required

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.

Shift

This position is for 1st 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.