Associate Structures Mechanic - F/A-18 - San Antonio, TX
Associate Structures Mechanic - F/A-18 - San Antonio, TX
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07-07-2025
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Job Description
At Boeing we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. Were committed to fostering an environment for every teammate thats welcoming respectful and inclusive with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.
Boeing Defense Space & Security (BDS) is looking for an Associate Structures Mechanic to join our F/A-18-team in San Antonio TX.
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 modification/repair
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 ability to determine functionality of non-complex electrical systems
Knowledge of aircraft unique 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
Job Description
At Boeing we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. Were committed to fostering an environment for every teammate thats welcoming respectful and inclusive with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.
Boeing Defense Space & Security (BDS) is looking for an Associate Structures Mechanic to join our F/A-18-team in San Antonio TX.
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 modification/repair
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 ability to determine functionality of non-complex electrical systems
Knowledge of aircraft unique 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
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
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 with heavy structures: locating drilling countersinking and fastening structures (i.e.. 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
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
Experience in aircraft heavy maintenance (F/A-18 or Depot Level)
Experience working with titanium aircraft structures
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.
Shift:
This position is variable shift
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: $75000 / $36.06 per hour
Additive Pay:
$1.00/hourly for Airframe Certification
$1.00/hourly for Powerplant Certification
Export Control Requirements: This is not an Export Control position.
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
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Hourly
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