Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS)

Aerospace

FlightOperationsMechanic

$0–0k Berkeley, Missouri, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“Flight Operations Mechanic at Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS). Skills: Aircraft maintenance, Structural repair, Electrical and electronic systems repair, Hydraulic and mechanical systems repair. Perform operational checkout of aircraft prior to and during preflight.. Inspect explosive and armament installations.”

Industry & Context.

Aerospace
Problems you'll solve

Troubleshoot; Diagnose and correct hydraulic and mechanical malfunctions

Eligibility Requirements

Ability to obtain a U. S. Security Clearance, U. S. Citizenship required for Security Clearance, Interim and/or final U. S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required, Must be able to work any shift, as assigned, 100% onsite work expected, Governed by the IAM Collective Bargaining agreement, Probationary period of one hundred twenty (120) calendar days, Relocation based on candidate eligibility, Safety Sensitive, Security Clearance

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

1+ years of experience with heavy structural repair techniques and processes, including riveting, bonding, hole-drilling, fastener installation, and the assembly and installation of aircraft structural components according to engineering specifications

Nice to Have

1+ years of experience with hydraulics and pneumatics, 1+ years of experience with the application of coatings, adhesives, or sealants by spray, roll, transferring or extrusion methods

What You'll Do.

Perform operational checkout of aircraft prior to and during preflight.

Inspect explosive and armament installations.

Maintain aircraft historical records.

Perform activities prior to flight status and final inspection and daily maintenance of completed experimental aircraft or major modification to experimental aircraft.

Inspect and/or perform bench and flight line operational checkout and inspect

adjustment and repair of electrical and electronic systems.

Inspect the calibration

repair and modification of electronic test equipment used exclusively by production and at times may be required to inspect the calibration

repair and modification of other electronic test equipment as directed.

Perform aircraft and/or spacecraft bench or flight line operational checkout

adjustment and repair of any electrical or electronic system.

repair and modify electronic test equipment.

Perform operational checkout of hydraulic systems and mechanical systems.

Diagnose and correct hydraulic and mechanical malfunctions.

Operate engines during run-ups and troubleshoot when needed.

Perform engine buildup as assigned.

and aircraft engines.

Install or replace reservoirs

etc. and repair leaks in same.

Install or replace instruments such as fuel quantity

rate of climb and oil pressure indicators.

Perform crash crew duties as directed.

and string tie wires or wire bundles.

install and hook up bomb

missile and rocket racks and pylons.

Install and load ejection seats and guns.

repair and replace structural parts and assemblies.

Fabricate parts such as skins

angles and ribs without the aid of jigs and fixtures.

Modify aircraft components or aircraft support equipment.

Perform composite repairs.

Full Job Description

Flight Operations Mechanic **Company:** **Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS)** has an exciting opportunity for Flight Operations Mechanic to support a variety of programs in Berkeley, MO! Flight encompasses all of the duties of the following job classifications: Inspector Aircraft, Mechanic Electrical and Electronics, and Mechanic Flight. **_Position Responsibilities:_** • Perform operational checkout of aircraft prior to and during preflight. • Inspect explosive and armament installations. • Maintain aircraft historical records. • Perform activities prior to flight status and final inspection and daily maintenance of completed experimental aircraft or major modification to experimental aircraft. • Inspect and/or perform bench and flight line operational checkout and inspect, troubleshooting, adjustment and repair of electrical and electronic systems. • Inspect the calibration, adjustment, troubleshooting, repair and modification of electronic test equipment used exclusively by production and at times may be required to inspect the calibration, adjustment, trouble-shooting, repair and modification of other electronic test equipment as directed. • Perform aircraft and/or spacecraft bench or flight line operational checkout, trouble-shooting, adjustment and repair of any electrical or electronic system. • Fabricate, adjust, trouble shoot, repair and modify electronic test equipment. Perform operational checkout of hydraulic systems and mechanical systems. • Diagnose and correct hydraulic and mechanical malfunctions. Operate engines during run-ups and troubleshoot when needed. • Perform engine buildup as assigned. Install, repair, and replace tanks, power plants, generators, and aircraft engines. • Install or replace reservoirs, etc. and repair leaks in same. Install or replace instruments such as fuel quantity, rate of climb and oil pressure indicators. • Perform crash crew duties as directed. • Splice, route, clamp, solder, and string tie wires or wire bundles.

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