Entry-Level Fabrication Specialist

Entry-Level Fabrication Specialist

Company : The Boeing Company

The Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) organization is seeking experienced Entry-Level Fabrication Specialist in areas such as automated fiber placement, composite hand lay-up, composite inspection & repair, and composite trim, to join the Air Dominance Operations team working in the Advanced Composite Fabrication Center (ACFC) located in Mesa, AZ.

This position will require strong teamwork and communication skills to effectively work with the build team to support various proprietary programs. Ideal candidates will possess strong leadership skills and the ability to adapt to a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Position Responsibilities :

• Develops lay-up and assembly set-ups and techniques for the fabrication of composite structural and assemblies.
• Sets up and troubleshoots composite parts for assembly or layup.
• Assembles, lays up, inspects, repairs, trims, and other processes the fabrication of parts and components. Identify nonconforming detail parts, assemblies and processes. Work with engineering to improve manufacturing processes.
• Fabricate composite detail parts using various pre-prep composite materials and / or wet layup processes. Locate station lines, index points, and E.O.P lines to establish exact locations of ply installations and components.
• Assemble and install detail composite and metallic components by bonding, sealing, cementing, and riveting to engineering specifications.
• Set up, weigh, mix and apply composite adhesives per engineering and company specifications.
• Prep and apply required release agents to composite prototype and or production tooling per company specifications.
• Working knowledge of composite material bonding best practices, FOD control and prevention.

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. A final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

This position requires ability to obtain program access, for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship only.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills / Experience) :

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills / Experience) :

Relocation :

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

Shift : 1st 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 is met as outlined in our policies.

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.

Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Salary Range :

Level A $38,250 to $51,750

Level B $46,750 to $63,250

Applicants must apply before December 16th 2025 to be considered for this position.

Language Requirements :

Not Applicable

Education :

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Relocation :

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Export Control Requirement :

Safety Sensitive :

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

Shift : 1st Shift

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