5d ago
$32.65-$52.11/hour

Flight Operations Mechanic

United StatesUnited States·Usa - Patuxent Rivermid
MechanicSkilled Trades & Field Services
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Key Responsibilities

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,

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MechanicSkilled Trades & Field Services
Flight Operations Mechanic

Responsibilities

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    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

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

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    Inspect and/or perform bench and flight line operational checkout and inspect, trouble-shooting, adjustment and repair of electrical and electronic systems

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    Fabricate parts such as skins, doors, aircraft frames, air bags, test panels, clips, brackets, angles and ribs without the aid of jigs and fixtures

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    Perform aircraft flight line operational checkout, trouble-shooting, adjustment and repair of any electrical or electronic system

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    Install or replace instruments such as fuel quantity, rate of climb and oil pressure indicators

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    Install, repair, and replace tanks, power plants, generators, and aircraft engines

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    Perform operational checkout of hydraulic systems and mechanical systems

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    Fabricate, adjust, trouble shoot, repair and modify electronic test equipment

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    Repair, install and hook up bomb, missile and rocket racks and pylons

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    Perform operational checkout of aircraft prior to and during preflight

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    Install adjust, repair and replace structural parts and assemblies

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    Operate engines during run-ups and troubleshoot when needed

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    Splice, route, clamp, solder, and string tie wires or wire bundles

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    Diagnose and correct hydraulic and mechanical malfunctions

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    Modify aircraft components or aircraft support equipment

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    Install or replace reservoirs, etc. and repair leaks

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    Inspect explosive and armament installations

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    Install and load ejection seats and guns

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    Perform engine buildup as assigned

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    Maintain aircraft historical records

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    Perform composite repairs

Requirements

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  • 3+ years experience performing military aircraft maintenance activities

  • 1+ years of experience in a military or commercial aircraft environment

  • Military fighter or commercial aircraft maintenance experience

  • Experience in troubleshooting electronic and aircraft systems

  • Experience with Aircraft Maintenance/Aircraft Structural Repair

Not Applicable

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

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. 

  • The selected candidate must be able to work any shift, as assigned.

  • This is an hourly position governed by the IAM Collective Bargaining agreement.

  • New Hires, as well as employees who transfer from non-union positions, may be required to attend some type of training upon their start. Once any required training has been completed all new employees will be considered on probation for a period of one hundred twenty (120) calendar days. Continued employment is contingent upon successful completion of any required training and the probationary period.

  • The candidate must be able to work any shift assigned

  • This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

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.

Not Applicable

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.

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

This position is not contingent upon program award

Location & Eligibility

Where is the job
Usa - Patuxent River, United States
On-site at the office
Who can apply
US

About this job

Pay per year
≈ $67,912–$108,389 a year
28% above the $68,640 median for Mechanic jobs on Jobera (308 salaries).
Who can apply
United States
Posted
5 days ago
Employer
has 2,035 open jobs on Jobera in 23 countries.

Listing Details

Posted
October 16, 2026
First seen
October 16, 2026
Last seen
October 21, 2026

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Trust Level
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Flight Operations Mechanic$32.65-$52.11/hour