Flight Operations Mechanic

About the Role

Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) is seeking a Flight Operations Mechanic to support various programs in Berkeley, MO. This role encompasses duties from Inspector Aircraft, Mechanic Electrical and Electronics, and Mechanic Flight positions.

Responsibilities

• Perform operational checkout of aircraft prior to and during preflight.
• Inspect explosive and armament installations.
• Maintain aircraft historical records.
• Conduct pre-flight status checks, final inspections, and daily maintenance of experimental aircraft or major modifications.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, adjust, and repair electrical and electronic systems.
• Calibrate, adjust, troubleshoot, repair, and modify electronic test equipment.
• Perform operational checkout, troubleshooting, adjustment, and repair of hydraulic and mechanical systems.
• Diagnose and correct hydraulic and mechanical malfunctions.
• Operate engines during run-ups and troubleshoot as needed.
• Perform engine buildup as assigned.
• Install, repair, and replace tanks, power plants, generators, and aircraft engines.
• Install or replace reservoirs and repair leaks.
• Install or replace instruments such as fuel quantity, rate of climb, and oil pressure indicators.
• Perform crash crew duties as directed.
• Splice, route, clamp, solder, and string tie wires or wire bundles.
• Repair, install, and hook up bomb, missile, and rocket racks and pylons.
• Install and load ejection seats and guns.
• Install, adjust, repair, and replace structural parts and assemblies.
• Fabricate parts such as skins, doors, aircraft frames, air bags, test panels, clips, brackets, angles, and ribs without jigs and fixtures.
• Modify aircraft components or aircraft support equipment.
• Perform composite repairs.

Requirements

• 1+ years of experience with heavy structural repair techniques and processes, including riveting, bonding, hole-drilling, fastener installation, and assembly/installation of aircraft structural components according to engineering specifications.
• Ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship required).
• Willingness to work any shift as assigned.

Qualifications

• Preferred: 1+ years of experience with hydraulics and pneumatics.
• Preferred: 1+ years of experience with applying coatings, adhesives, or sealants via spray, roll, transfer, or extrusion methods.

Additional Information

This is an hourly position governed by the IAM Collective Bargaining agreement. New hires and employees transferring from non-union positions may be required to attend training and complete a 120-day probationary period. The position is 100% onsite in Berkeley, MO, and offers relocation based on eligibility. Pay range: $28.00/hourly - $37.15/hourly.