Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS)
Aerospace
AssemblyMechanic
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“Assembly Mechanic at Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS). Skills: Structural assembly, Engineering drawings, Hand tools, Power tools. Assemble, install, and test structural components. Read and interpret engineering drawings”
Industry & Context.
Excellent problem-solving skills; Troubleshoot and repair structural malfunctions or defects
Must meet Export Control compliance requirements, Requires lifting, pushing, pulling, and supporting up to 35lbs, Exposure to noise, Exposure to hazardous chemicals, Exposure to moving parts, Exposure to high/exposed places, Frequent standing, Working on elevated and/or uneven surfaces, Use of personal protective equipment for face/eyes and ears may be required, Must be able to work any shift, as assigned, Physical Demands
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Assembly experience in a manufacturing environment or equivalent military experience, Experience in electrical, mechanical, and/or structural work, Experience using hand tools and/or hand-held power tools
Nice to Have
Currently hold or have held a security clearance in the past 24 months
What You'll Do.
and test structural components
Read and interpret engineering drawings
Assemble structural components
Assemble precision assemblies
Install press fit bushings
Assemble production aircraft and spacecraft parts
Install structural components
Test assembled structural systems
Assemble aircraft and/or spacecraft structures
Perform skilled assembly operations
Troubleshoot and repair structural malfunctions
Maintain accurate records
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate with engineers and other team members
Full Job Description
Assembly Mechanic **Company:** **Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS)** has an exciting opportunity for Assembly Mechanics in Berkeley, MO! The primary responsibility of this role is to assemble, install, and test structural components and systems according to engineering specifications and industry standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in structural assembly, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. **_Position Responsibilities:_** Individual job duties may include, but are not limited to: * Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications to understand assembly requirements for structural components. * Assemble structural components, including beams, frames, panels, brackets, and other structural elements, using hand tools, power tools, and measuring instruments. * Assemble precision assemblies, set up and operate ream fixtures to drill, ream, countersink, spot face, hone and bore for mating major assemblies. * Install press fit bushings and force fit bushings. File, fit, hone, ream, drill, tap, saw, burr and adjust. * Assemble a variety of production aircraft and spacecraft parts and install aircraft equipment, support equipment or power plant equipment. * Install structural components into production aircraft ensuring proper alignment and connection. * Test assembled structural systems to ensure functionality, safety, and compliance with quality standards. * Assemble aircraft and/or spacecraft structures or aircraft and/or spacecraft support equipment structures with or without the aid of jigs and fixtures by drilling, reaming, countersinking, stop countersinking, dimpling as assigned, burring, fastening, filing, filling, fitting, aligning, trimming, shimming and remove surface defects as assigned. * Perform skilled assembly operations such as: shimming, fitting, trimming and aligning which may vary considerably from one assembly to
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