Experienced Avionics Repair and Modification Technician - B-52 (2400)

Position Overview

Boeing Defense Space & Security (BDS) is looking for Experienced Avionics Repair and Modification Technicians to join our B-52 team in San Antonio, TX.

Responsibilities

• Perform connector terminations including shielded wires, coaxial cables, and fiber optic wiring
• Ability to solve problems that cannot be solved solely by referencing manufacturers manual
• Understand routing instructions and handling of harnesses
• Perform sealing, wrapping, bonding, tying, and closure of wire harnesses and cables in accordance with standard processes
• Diagnose and correct malfunctions occurring in assembly processes
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, technical orders, process specification, and retrofit requirements to perform electrical modifications and repairs
• Use tooling assemblies and fixtures for depot level modification and repair of electrical wiring
• Perform assembly, installation, visual inspection of physical characteristics, modification of wire bundles & electrical assemblies, operational and quality checks of aircraft
• Troubleshoot organizational and depot maintenance level malfunctions in aircraft electrical and comms/nav-systems
• Interpret standard work instructions, charts, tables, blueprints, wire diagrams, formulas, sketches, verbal and electronic orders, job layouts, etc.
• Use all equipment in accordance with established safety and operating procedures
• Perform all tasks involved in the coordination, preparation, and movement of material and tools
• Operate riding type electric powered elevating equipment to accomplish work assignments
• Experience with Hazardous Energy and Lock Out/Tag systems applications to ensure a safe working environment
• Ascend and descend vertical work ladders, work in confined spaces, and lift loads of approximately 35 pounds

Assessment Requirement

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

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• 9+ years of experience with maintenance of avionics and/or electronic equipment (Comm Nav, Data Links, Weapons, Radar, Electronic Warfare)
• 9+ years of experience reading and interpreting drawings, specifications, material processes, schematics and diagrams
• 9+ years of experience with software, media and file command installation to operate newly installed systems
• 9+ years of experience with component and wire installation including repairing, modifying, testing, and troubleshooting new, experimental, and disturbed systems
• Ability to work variable shifts (i.e. scheduled and unscheduled overtime; weekends and holidays) to support mission requirements and workload

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Experience with B-52 platform modifications and maintenance
• Experience with large A/C systems testing
• Experience as an Electrical Repair and Modifications Technician
• Experience with Depot Level maintenance and large avionics modification implementation
• Experience with Flight System Operational checks
• Operate a forklift, mobile crane, and riding type electric powered elevating equipment to accomplish work assignments

Additional Information

Conflict of Interest: Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

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 are 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 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 Pay Rate: $83,400 / $40.10 per hour

Additive Pay

• $1.00 per hour for Airframe Certification
• $1.00 per hour for Powerplant Certification

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Export Control Requirement

This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Safety Sensitive

This is not a Safety Sensitive 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. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program

This position is not contingent upon program award.

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