Aircraft Test Technician A

Job Description

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Boeing Commercial Air planes is excited to offer opportunities for an Aircraft Test Technician to join our Joint and Installation team in Everett, Washington.

As an Aircraft Test Technician, you will be integral to ensuring the highest standards of quality and safety throughout the testing and assembly processes. Your role will involve utilizing specifications, blueprints, and test equipment to repair, rework, and replace aircraft components while diagnosing and correcting malfunctions across various systems. You will conduct thorough functional and operational tests of integrated aircraft systems, ensuring their integrity and performance. Your attention to detail will be essential as you prepare aircraft for testing, make necessary adjustments, and utilize precision measuring instruments to verify compliance with quality requirements. Additionally, you will be responsible for obtaining the necessary parts and ensuring that all equipment is properly checked and maintained . Furthermore, you must be able to accurately differentiate between red, orange, yellow, green, blue, and other colors to effectively perform your duties.

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 :

• Work to quality requirements using specifications, documents, and blueprints to repair, rework, remove, and replace parts, assemblies, and components of complete aircraft as required .
• Operate test equipment such as test carts, panels, and specialized shop test equipment.
• Verify that necessary equipment and accessories have been properly managed before applying pressure, following established procedures and specifications.
• Perform sealing, sealing pickups, and rework as required , and prepare aircraft and / or sections for testing, restoring them to normal upon completion.
• Diagnose and correct malfunctions in various aircraft systems, including electrical, electronic, fuel, hydraulic, and mechanical systems.
• Conduct functional and operational tests of all integrated aircraft systems, ensuring integrity and performance.
• Make testing aids as authorized and read job documentation (e.g., Installation Plans, Non-Conformance Records) to ensure compliance with the intended work.
• Test various airplane systems using onboard diagnostic functions and manual test equipment, troubleshooting faults in circuits and systems.
• Energize and operate various systems to perform operational tests per test documents and verify system integrity.
• Set up and perform bench tests or automatic tests of electrical or mechanical components as required .
• Use precision measuring instruments to ensure that quality requirements are met and select appropriate tools and equipment for operations.
• Obtain parts and components required to complete assigned tasks and check test equipment prior to use to ensure proper operation.
• H andle and protect components and assemblies in accordance with shop procedures and engineering requirements.
• Report job handicaps, such as errors in sequencing, parts, materials, and assembly procedures, following shop procedures.
• Maintain personal and tool certifications as required , ensuring compliance with operational standards, and lead, instruct, and check the work of others as necessary.

Physical Demands and Potential Hazards :

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

Current Boeing employees working in Puget Sound must submit an Employee Request Transfer (ERT) to be considered in the eligible candidate pool. Resumes of current Puget Sound Boeing employees submitted via Careers at Boeing will not be considered.

Aerospace Technician and Mechanic Aptitude Virtual Job Tryout : To be considered for this position you will be required to complete a technical assessment as part of the selection process . Failure to complete the assessment will remove you from consideration.

Basic Qualifications :

Preferred Qualifications :

Typical Education & Experience :

High school graduate or GED preferred.

Relocation :

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 :

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 .

Pay : $27.32 / hour, with potential to earn up to $57.88 / hour in accordance with the terms of the relevant collective bargaining agreement

Applications for this position will be accepted until Dec. 01, 2025

Language Requirements

English Preferred

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for variable 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.