Associate Structures Mechanic - F/A-18 (4710)

Company: BOEING
Location: San Antonio
Posted on: July 8, 2025

Job Description:

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 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 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: $75,000 / $36.06 per hour Additive Pay: $1.00/hourly for Airframe Certification $1.00/hourly for Powerplant Certification Applications for this position will be accepted until Jul. 08, 2025 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 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.

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