Strategic Support Rework Mechanic - 33606

Job Description

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 excited to offer opportunities for a Strategic Support Rework Mechanic to join our Joint and Installation team in Everett , Washington.

As a Strategic Support Rework Mechanic, you will perform complex rework and repairs on a wide range of aircraft parts and assemblies, ensuring structural integrity and mechanical reliability. You will interpret blueprints, engineering documents, and work orders to carry out precise modifications—even in confined spaces within wings and stabilizers. Proficiency with advanced tools and techniques, including precision drilling, fastening, automated machinery, and mechanical lifts, is essential as you fabricate production aids, replace structural components, and ensure all work meets strict standards. You will manage your workflow independently, using electronic systems to access instructions and report progress, while collaborating across departments to keep projects on schedule. Applying mathematical calculations and precision measurements, you will ensure every repair aligns with engineering specifications, contributing to the mission of maintaining aircraft excellence.

You will play a critical role in upholding our commitment to safety and quality standards, ensuring that all operations meet regulatory compliance and operational excellence. If you are detail-oriented, possess strong technical skills, and thrive in a collaborative environment, we invite you to apply and be a part of our mission to deliver excellence in aviation.

Position Responsibilities

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• Perform complex rework and repair on various parts, assemblies, structural installations, and mechanical systems, including plumbing and cable installations, within a Strategic Support Team (SST) organization.
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• Interpret blueprints, work orders, rejection tags, engineering documents, and other technical information to accurately complete work assignments.
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• Execute work assignments where specific methods and job sequences may not be provided, including tasks within confined or closed areas such as the wing or horizontal stabilizer after panel assembly.
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• Complete assigned tasks with or without the use of jigs, fixtures, templates, and patterns to ensure precision and quality.
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• Locate, layout, drill holes, and install fasteners on structural parts and assemblies made of metals, composites, and composite/titanium stack-ups using tools such as jig drill templates, drill jigs, locating jigs, mylars, and precision measuring equipment.
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• Utilize a variety of hand and machine tools, including precision alignment, drilling, test equipment, and automated/numerical controlled complex tools (e.g., track drillers, Gap man, zephyr, back markers, squeezes, offset rivet dies, flex track, bucking bars).
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• Fabricate production aids as necessary to facilitate efficient completion of work assignments.
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• Remove and replace structural components such as skins, bulkheads, and frames to perform repairs or modifications.
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• Coordinate effectively with other departments to ensure timely and accurate completion of work assignments.
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• Perform bonding and grounding processes in accordance with engineering and safety standards.
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• Adhere strictly to confined space regulations and procedures when performing work in restricted areas.
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• Operate power feed drilling machines and other power equipment (hand-held and floor-mounted) to drill, ream, bore, hone, spot face, countersink, counterbore, and finish parts to meet quality requirements.
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• Select and secure appropriate tools, fixtures, machine attachments, and equipment to efficiently accomplish assigned tasks.
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• Operate mechanical lifts (e.g., tiger and snorkel lifts) as required to position parts and assemblies or perform assembly work safely.
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• Plan, layout, and sequence own work operations and methods to optimize productivity and quality.
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• Utilize electronic systems and devices (tablet PCs, hand-held computers, computer workstations) to retrieve work package instructions, review engineering definitions, report work status, and access necessary documentation.
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• Apply mathematical calculations to set up and use precision measuring tools for measuring gaps, heights, angles, hole diameters, and depths accurately.
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• Perform incidental work in other classifications as required to support overall work assignments.
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Physical Demands and Potential Hazards:

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• Perform physical tasks that include lifting weights ranging from 10-15 lbs to 15-35 lbs.
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• Engage in various movements such as reaching, handling, turning, twisting, lifting, lowering, climbing, balancing, bending, kneeling, crouching, and squatting.
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• Work in environments that may involve contact with metals, solvents, and coolants.
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• Operate in proximity to moving parts and tools, sharp cutters, and potential slipping hazards.
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• Adapt to varying noise levels and atmospheric conditions.
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• Utilize personal safety gear to protect face/eyes, hands/arms, and feet while performing job duties.
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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, therefore 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

Resumes of current Puget Sound Boeing employees submitted via “Find Jobs” in Boeing/Workday will be considered as this job is not installed in QTTP (Quality Through Training Program).

Basic Qualifications:

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• 1+ years of experience with the design of structural and electrical rework/repairs to restore the aircraft or system to original design capability; including aircraft structural parts fabrication, assembly processes and procedures.
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• 1+ years of experience working with precision measuring tools.
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• Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications.
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• Experience shooting and bucking solid rivets.
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• Experience with drilling and/or precision drilling.
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Preferred Qualifications:

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• 1+ years of experience in large scale re-work such as; skin change, bulk heads, frames, and other structural components.
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• Experience using hand tools and/or hand-held power tools.
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• Ability to work in confined spaces.
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Relocation:

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• Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.
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Drug Free Workplace

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Union Representation Statement:

This is an hourly position governed by the International Association of Machinists (IAM-751) Collective Bargaining agreement.

Shift Work Statement :

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• This position is for a variety of shifts
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Total Rewards & Pay Transparency:

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent.  Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.  

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.  

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

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

Summary pay range : $26.32 - $56.36

Applications for this position will be accepted until Nov. 30, 2026

Language Requirements

English Preferred

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.