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 Defense Space & Security (BDS) is looking for an Experienced General Mechanic to join our Executive Fleet team in San Antonio, TX.

Position Responsibilities:

Perform efforts associated with flight controls installation, removal and rigging. Landing gear and servicing of aircraftPerform essential component change outs for example servo pumps, filters and engine componentsRead and interpret engineering drawings, technical orders, process specification, and retrofit requirements to perform structural modification/repairAccess aircraft data via computer systems and initiate on-line parts and discrepancy requestsMaintain necessary certifications, licenses and permits as required for assigned workPrioritize workload to maintain schedules on assigned projectsUse Hazardous Energy and Lock Out /Tag systems applications to ensure working environment is deemed safe for access and on the job performanceUse all equipment in accordance with established safety and operating proceduresAssist other team members (Avionics, Structures, Electrics) in order to ensure cost/schedule targets are metDiagnose and correct malfunctions occurring in assembly processesUse precision measuring instruments, gauges, tools, etc., necessary to check dimensions and conformance to quality requirementsAscend and descend vertical work ladders, work in confined spaces, and lift loads of approximately 35 pounds

This position requires the ability to pass an assessment during the training cycle

Special Program Access or other Government Access Requirements are mandatory for this position

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

10+ years of experience Depot Level/Heavy General maintenance10+ years of experience with various aircraft exterior and interior systems including hydraulic, flight control, monuments, landing gears, fuel systems, and engines10+ years of experience in working with blueprints, specifications, assembly drawings and standard operating proceduresExperience accessing computer aircraft dataAble to work various shifts and/or an alternate baseline schedule that may frequently change to support mission requirements and may include weekends and holidays. Mission requirements and/or workload may require both scheduled and unscheduled overtime

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

Experience performing aircraft engine runs, and engine borescope inspections.Operate an aircraft tug/tow vehicle, forklift, mobile crane, and riding type electric powered elevating equipmentExperience with REDARS and/or Gold-ESP

Shift: This position is variable shift

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.

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 Starting Pay Rate: $78,000 / $37.50 per hour

Additive Pay:

$1.00 per hour for Airframe Certification

$1.00 per hour for Powerplant Certification

$3.00 per hour increase once employee receives their Special Program Access clearance

Applications for this position will be accepted until Oct. 15, 2025

Export Control Requirements: 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.

Export Control Details: US based job, US Person required

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Top Secret Clearance Post-Start is required. This position requires ability to obtain program access, for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship only.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift

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.