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 Defense, Space & Security (BDS) has an exciting opportunity for a Mid-Level Fabrication Specialist to join our Space Launch System (SLS) Core Stage team in Kennedy Space Center, FL.

This position will support the Space Launch System (SLS) Core Stage Team at NASA’s Space System Processing Facility located in Kennedy Space Center, FL.

The ideal candidate has experience in one or more of the following: mechanical (tube installations), structural drilling and assembly, electrical (wire harness installation), orbital tube welding and/or thermal protective systems application.

Position Responsibilities:  

Performs machine set-up, machining, welding set-up, welding, sheet metal fabrication and extrusion, tube bending and fabrication tasks

Performs composite lay-up, fabrication and assembly tasks

Assembles precision mechanical and electro-mechanical components

Assembles, repairs, modifies and installs various power plants and drive trains

Performs soldering on electronic and avionics products

Assembles and installs wire harnesses and avionics products

Prepares test articles, fixtures and data collection devices to perform various tests

Performs organic chemical conversion and paint preparation

Applies organic coatings for corrosion protection and appearance requirements

Works on complex components and systems using established drawings and requirements

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

High School Diploma/ General Educational Development (GED)

3+ years’ experience in aerospace, fabrication, or manufacturing

Experience with safety process and/or procedures in a manufacturing or operations environment

Willing to work 2nd shift, including weekends and overtime

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

Experience working on a NASA Program

Manufacturing experience in human spaceflight, spaceflight, or aircraft hardware

Experience in installation and handling of tubes, valves, fittings.

Experience on human-rated spacecraft hardware.

Experience in a clean room environment.

Experience in Structural assembly with an emphasis on match drilling aluminum, titanium, and composite materials

Experience with tubing and ducting installation

Experience manually tacking weld joints, with the GTAW weld process.

Training/education from an accredited welding institute/training center.

1+ years’ experience in Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW)

Experience with orbital tube welding

Travel:

Position may require travel up to 10% of the time.

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. 

Safety Sensitive:

This is a NASA safety-sensitive position and is subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

NASA Access:

This position requires the ability to obtain access to a National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) facility

Shift:

This position is for variable shift. There may be additional shift requirements to support program objectives.

Total Rewards:

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.

Summary pay range: USD $53,550 – $72,450

Export Control Requirements: This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Export Control Details: US based job, US Person required

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.