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 Precision Assembly Rework Mechanic, to join our Fabrication team in Everett, Washington.

As a Precision Assembly Rework Mechanic, you will be essential in ensuring the integrity and quality of our aircraft assemblies. Your expertise will involve determining the methods and tools required to rework and repair precision machined parts and interpreting technical documents to guide your work. You will collaborate with team members to disassemble, fit, and assemble components, utilizing precision measuring instruments to ensure proper specifications are met. Your ability to fabricate custom tools and fixtures will enhance our production capabilities and contribute to the overall success of our operations.

You will play a critical role in upholding our commitment to safety and quality standards and 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 join our mission to deliver excellence in aviation.

Position Responsibilities:

• Determine methods, sequence, equipment, and tools required to perform rework and repair of precision machined parts installed in completed aircraft assemblies to correct damage or errors.

• Work with and interpret prints, documents, sketches, specifications, and verbal information to guide repair processes.

• Disassemble, finish, fit, check, and assemble parts and assemblies, ensuring proper mating and fit.

• Use precision measuring instruments and equipment to derive required measurements from parts and assemblies.

• Lead and work with employees of lower classification, providing guidance and support as needed.

• Receive work assignments from various sources (e.g., shop lead, online systems, NCR, IP) and coordinate with shop priorities.

• Ensure correct part numbers and quantities are issued, checking for visible defects against the BOM and IP.

• Operate mechanical lifts (e.g., tiger and snorkel lifts) as required to move materials safely.

• Set up assembly tools per tooling instructions or drawings, ensuring all locators are correct for the model configuration.

• Fabricate detail parts from raw stock and design custom drills, reamers, and core drills for specific tasks.

• Operate conventional milling and lathe machines to fabricate custom shop aids (e.g., step pins, drill jigs) as required.

• Drill, ream, and countersink oversized/re-work holes in parts/assemblies to correct sizes, setting tools to proper depths.

• Apply sealant, alodine, primer, and adhesives as required by work orders or Boeing specifications.

• Design and fabricate one-of-a-kind boring and milling fixtures and router fixtures for close tolerance machining where conventional tools cannot be used.

• Handle and dispose of hazardous materials in an approved manner, maintain a written tie-in book for communication with other shifts, and obtain a two-way radio and confined space flag before working in confined spaces.

Physical Demands and Potential Hazards:

• Perform physical tasks that include lifting weights ranging from 10-15 lbs to 15-35 lbs.

• Engage in various movements such as reaching, handling, turning, twisting, lifting, lowering, climbing, balancing, bending, kneeling, crouching, and squatting.

• Work in environments that may involve contact with metals, solvents, and coolants.

• Operate in proximity to moving parts and tools, sharp cutters, and potential slipping hazards.

• Adapt to varying noise levels and atmospheric conditions.

• Utilize personal safety gear to protect face/eyes, hands/arms, and feet while performing job duties.

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:

• Experience interpreting and working from blueprints, sketches and written and verbal instructions, in English

• 5+ years of experience in setting and using precision measuring tools and equipment such as micrometers, calipers, and/or dial indicators

• Must be willing and able to work in confined spaces

• 5+ years of experience using software applications for internet navigation, email, Microsoft Suite and/or other specialized computer applications

• 5+ years of experience using math that includes addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, decimals and fractions

• 3+ years of experience working in a machine shop or aviation shop environment.

• 1+ years of experience operating mill and manual lathe machines in a work environment or school environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience in aircraft re-work.

Typical Education & Experience:

High school graduate or GED preferred.

Relocation:

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

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:

This position is for 2nd shift

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.

$31.32/hour, with potential to earn up to $54.56/hour in accordance with the terms of the relevant collective bargaining agreement.

Applications for this position will be accepted until Jan. 01, 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.

Shift

This position is for 2nd 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.