Assembly Mechanic

About the role

Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) has an exciting opportunity for Assembly Mechanics in Hazelwood, MO. The primary responsibility of this role is to assemble, install, and test structural components and systems according to engineering specifications and industry standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in structural assembly, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications to understand assembly requirements for structural components.
• Assemble structural components, including beams, frames, panels, brackets, and other structural elements, using hand tools, power tools, and measuring instruments.
• Assemble precision assemblies, set up and operate ream fixtures to drill, ream, countersink, spot face, hone and bore for mating major assemblies.
• Install press fit bushings and force fit bushings.
• File, fit, hone, ream, drill, tap, saw, burr and adjust.
• Assemble a variety of production aircraft and spacecraft parts and install aircraft equipment, support equipment or power plant equipment.
• Install structural components into production aircraft ensuring proper alignment and connection.
• Test assembled structural systems to ensure functionality, safety, and compliance with quality standards.
• Assemble aircraft and/or spacecraft structures or aircraft and/or spacecraft support equipment structures with or without the aid of jigs and fixtures by drilling, reaming, countersinking, stop countersinking, dimpling as assigned, burring, fastening, filing, filling, fitting, aligning, trimming, shimming and remove surface defects as assigned.
• Perform skilled assembly operations such as: shimming, fitting, trimming and aligning which may vary considerably from one assembly to another as with fairings and the mating of major assemblies; realigning or replacing ribs, bulkheads or stringers in skinned assemblies; establishing from blue-prints with or without firm callouts, butt, center, chord, station and water lines; blind pick up of hole locations for blank parts from existing structure; correcting cans, buckles, wrinkles in outer skins and remove surface defects as assigned.
• Troubleshoot and repair structural malfunctions or defects in assembled systems.
• Collaborate with engineers and other team members to identify and resolve design or assembly issues.
• Maintain accurate records of assembly activities, including component inventory, work orders, and test results.
• Adhere to safety protocols and maintain a clean and organized work area.

Physical Demands

• Limited (0–1 hrs): crawling, lying down (back, front, side), forceful grasping.
• Occasional (1–3 hrs): lifting, pushing, pulling, and supporting up to 35 lbs; bending at the waist, kneeling, crouching, squatting, reaching.
• Frequent (3–6 hrs): exposure to noise; lifting, pushing, pulling up to 35 lbs; standing, reaching, handling, turning.
• Working on elevated and/or uneven surfaces; frequent use of personal protective equipment for face/eyes and ears.
• Occasional (1–3 hrs): climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, squatting and working on ladders.
• Up to 8 hours of standing may be required.

Security Clearance and Export Control Requirements

A “US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.15 is required. “US Person” includes US Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Basic Qualifications

• Assembly experience in a manufacturing environment or equivalent military experience.
• Experience in electrical, mechanical, and/or structural work.
• Experience using hand tools and/or hand-held power tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Currently hold or have held a security clearance in the past 24 months.