Experienced C-17 Repair and Modification Technician (RAMS)

at  Boeing

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The Boeing Company is looking for an Experienced C-17 Product Repair/Modifications Technician in direct support of C-17 Globemaster III Integrated Sustainment Program within Boeing Global Services. The position is located at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):

• Prefer knowledge of live aircraft operations, environment and support, including pneumatic, hydraulic, structural, electrical, and propulsion systems operations.
• Minimum 3 years C-17 platform experience preferred
• Ability to read, interprets and understand C-17 blueprints and USAF Technical Orders.
• Prefer multi-system operations, maintenance and repair experience including pneumatic, hydraulic, structural, electrical, and propulsion systems
• Experience with aircraft recovery operations a plus.
• Ability to work safely within complicated schedules and establish criteria and work procedures to achieve a high level of quality, productivity, or service
• Must be capable and willing to perform in fuel tank maintenance and repair – will be required to pass wing tank entry ring fit test (10X18 oval opening)

TYPICAL EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:

Education/experience typically acquired through basic education (e.g. High School diploma/GED) and typically 4 or more years’ related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience (e.g. vocational school/Associate+2 years’ related work, Bachelor, etc.).

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Must be willing and capable of travel both domestically and internationally 50% – with short notice and for extended periods, anywhere in the world and for potentially extended periods of time. (Must obtain and possess current passport)
• Must be able enter in confined spaces with an entry opening of 10"X18”
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience working from heights & using fall protection equipment with weight limitations of 225lb or lower.
• 3+ years’ experience having the ability to read, understand, and interpret basic engineering drawings and technical specifications
• 3+ years’ experience in detecting hazardous working conditions and safety problems via a regular check of equipment and work area
• 3+ years’ experience in repair, maintenance, and retrofit processes and practice

• Assemble, disassemble and/or modify systems by changing, removing, replacing or upgrading aerospace vehicle components to correct failures or implement changes
• Oversees assembly, disassembly or overhaul
• Configures aerospace vehicles and bench test equipment
• Troubleshoots complex pneumatic, hydraulic and electrical systems to isolate mechanical or electrical faults and repair faulty components
• Performs validation/verification testing of systems and components
• Documents procedures and established processes to ensure contractual and regulatory compliance (e.g., repairs, test results, applicable modifications and inspection results)
• Inspects components and verifies repairs for flight worthiness requirements.
• Oversees training
• Works under general direction
• Must be able to pass Ground Operations Personnel (GOP) and air respirator medical physicals and maintain qualification/certification
  This position requires the ability to obtain a US Security Clearance for which the US Government requires US Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Must be willing and capable of travel both domestically and internationally 50% – with short notice and for extended periods, anywhere in the world and for potentially extended periods of time. (Must obtain and possess current passport)
• Must be able enter in confined spaces with an entry opening of 10"X18”
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience working from heights & using fall protection equipment with weight limitations of 225lb or lower.
• 3+ years’ experience having the ability to read, understand, and interpret basic engineering drawings and technical specifications
• 3+ years’ experience in detecting hazardous working conditions and safety problems via a regular check of equipment and work area
• 3+ years’ experience in repair, maintenance, and retrofit processes and practices