Aircraft Assembly Mechanic

About the role

Boeing Commercial Airplanes (BCA) is currently seeking Aircraft Assembly Mechanics (Level B or C) to support the 787-production system as an electrical, system, or seal/wing mechanic in North Charleston, South Carolina on a variable shift.

Responsibilities

• Safety: Adhering strictly to all safety protocols and guidelines to protect ourselves, our colleagues, and our workplace.
• Quality: Maintaining rigorous quality standards in all deliverables, ensuring that our work meets or exceeds expectations and complies with all regulatory and company requirements.
• Teamwork: Contribute to a collaborative environment, engaging with teammates and support teams to achieve our shared mission by working together; be willing to ask for help and give it freely.

Requirements

• Must have the ability to work variable shifts (first, second, or third) based on business needs.
• Must be able 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.
• Must be able to lift/carry up to 35 pounds; push/pull using up to 45 pounds of force; and reach overhead up to six hours per day.
• Must be able to work with high-hazard chemicals using proper protective equipment provided.
• Must be able to complete and maintain Confined Space and Fall Protection certifications, if required.
• Must have 1+ year experience using software applications such as internet navigation, email, Microsoft Office Suite, and/or other specialized computer applications.
• Must have 1+ year experience following detailed work instructions, reading and interpreting blueprints, drawings, or specifications, along with successful completion of training and knowledge assessments involving mathematical calculations, all conducted in English.
• Must have 1+ year experience in a manufacturing, technical, or mechanical field, including equivalent education or military experience, performing work with basic hand, power, and/or pneumatic (air) tools.

Qualifications

• Must successfully complete the new hire foundational training to obtain and maintain all required certifications.
• Must be proficient in reading, writing, and speaking English.

Skills

• Proficient use of a computer in a dynamic production environment.
• Look up/read/comprehend electronic technical work instructions, drawings and/or specifications.
• Wear appropriate protective clothing/equipment determined by the task performed.
• Operate various mechanical lifts (e.g. ladders, tiger and snorkel lifts).
• Use various hand tools and diagnostic equipment such as screwdrivers, ratchets, power screwdriver multi meters, continuity testers.
• Install various aircraft system components and wiring such as: tubing, valves, regulators, actuators, compressors, ducts, and interior components.
• Routefiber optic clean and inspection, light loss testing, routing and installation.
• Apply chemical solvents, sealants, coatings, primers, adhesives, paints and special finishes.
• Work in confined space and respirator usage.
• Inspect your work quality and check for Foreign Object Debris.
• Work around energized sources (electrical equipment and hazards/shock, e.g. circuit breakers and wiring) and exposure to constant noise.
• Finger manipulation (keyboarding, other).
• Lifting and carrying up to 10-35 pounds.
• Climbing/balancing (stairs, ladders, poles, scaffolding, inclined surfaces), Crawling, Crouching (squatting).
• Flexion/Extension (head bent down, head bent back), Handling, Kneeling, Bending at the waist, Reaching (overhead), Rotation of head/neck, Standing, Twisting at the waist and walking.

Benefits

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite. This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.62 is required. "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Pay & Benefits

• Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
• 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.