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 Commercial Airplanes is seeking to provide students of Boeing Pre-Employment Training (BPET) certified courses with the opportunity to join our 787 production teams working as an Assembly Structures Mechanic in N orth Charleston, South Carolina on a variable shift . Your BPET Instructor Endorsement Form will outline the specific roles for which your course qualifies you for a direct offer of employment. Following your application, a Boeing recruiter will reach out to discuss these roles and ensure a smooth transition into your new role.
This role offers an exciting opportunity within a dynamic manufacturing assembly environment. Team members will leverage their prior experience, and the knowledge gained from training and certifications to complete daily assigned tasks effectively. Individuals will be responsible for identifying their work locations on advanced airplanes, parts, and tooling by interpreting intricate drawings to accurately complete detailed work instructions. Attention to detail and procedure compliance is critical to identify all necessary hand tools, parts, and equipment required to ensure defect-free work. This position is not just a job; it’s an opportunity to build a career while contributing to the future of aviation as a part of an innovative team!

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/ EXPERIENCE):

Be a student or recent graduate of a Boeing Pre-Employment Training course that is certified for the BPET Assembly Structures Mechanic role.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to work a variable shift.
Ability to meet physical demands of the role such as: 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, climbing/balancing (stairs, ladders, poles, scaffolding, inclined surfaces), crawling, crouching (squatting).
Ability to carry/lift up to 10-35 pounds.
Ability to work with High Hazard Chemicals.
Experience using software applications for internet navigation, email, Microsoft Suite and/or other specialized computer applications.
Experience utilizing and following detailed work instructions, reading, and interpreting blueprints, drawings, or specifications, in English.
Experience in a technical or mechanical field performing work with basic hand, power, and/or pneumatic (air) tools.
Experience with structural parts fabrication, assembly processes and procedures.

Must have the ability to complete the New Hire Training Cycle Flow to obtain and maintain all required certifications.
Ability to adhere to high standards of safety and quality.
Comply with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and Boeing Quality Management System (QMS) requirements.
Ensure your work conforms to engineering drawings and specifications, has First Pass Quality (FPQ) and is free from FOD (Foreign Object Debris).
Use computers and software applications in a production environment.
Look up/read/comprehend technical work instructions, drawings, and specifications.
Wear required protective clothing/equipment for the task you are performing.
Operate various mechanical lifts (e.g. ladders, scissor lift and aerial lifts).
Use chemical solvents, sealants, coatings, primers, adhesives, paints and finishes.
Be able to climb/balance (stairs, ladders, poles, scaffolding, inclined surfaces), crawl/crouch (squat).
Work around energized sources (electrical equipment and hazards/shock, e.g. circuit breakers and wiring) and potential exposure to constant noise.
Read from a computer screen, printed drawings or documents.
Carry/Lift up to 35 pounds.
Flexion/Extension (head bent down, head bent back), handle, kneel, bend at the waist, reach (overhead), rotate head/neck, stand, twist at the waist and walk.
Use of various structural assembly tools such as Hi-speed and Lo-speed drills, Pneumatic and electric drills, nut runner and Quakenbush.
Set up and validate jigs and other tooling setup.
Perform close tolerance drilling and installations in critical aircraft structural areas.
Use calibrated precision measuring tools.
Perform various fastener installation/removal tools and techniques.
Work with CFRP, aluminum and titanium for structural drilling, sanding, trimming and shimming.
This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.
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. §120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.