C-17 Field Service Representative - Defense

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Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA, USA
In-Office
92K-124K Annually
Senior level
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The Role
Provide on-site C-17 technical support and company representation at JBLM. Troubleshoot and sustain C-17 aircraft systems (avionics, hydraulics, propulsion, landing gear, flight controls), analyze technical data, deliver on-the-job training, and support deployments and recoveries. Must work independently, on-call, any shift, and travel as required.
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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 Global Services (BGS) is seeking Field Service Representative to provide on-site C-17 company representation and technical support to the team at Joint-Base Lewis-McChord, Washington in conjunction with the C-17 Globemaster Integrated Sustainment Partnership (G3) contract.
You are applying for a Field Operations position where our employees must be willing and able (potentially short-notice) to travel to a variety of locations (domestic and/or international) to meet the needs of our customers.
Field Operations employees may be required to relocate to another Field Operations location based on customer needs and/or management requirements.
Specific contracts supported by Field Operations could require employees to perform a deployment to a US DOD contingency operation. Employees associated with these specific contracts must be able to pass military contractor health standards for deployment.
Position Responsibilities:
  • Provide on-site C-17 company representation and technical support on C-17 aircraft systems to the US Air Force at Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM), Washington in conjunction with the C-17 Globe master Integrated Sustainment Program (GISP) contract
  • Utilize multi-disciplined technical expertise and company knowledge to assist the customer
  • Sustain a high level of proficiency in the operation and maintenance of company products by investigating technical problems, determining causes, and developing/implementing corrective actions to ensure customer satisfaction
  • Understand customer expectations and assist the customer in interpreting and using support data and documents and provide technical on-the-job training
  • Act as the on-site liaison between the company and customer personnel of widely varying backgrounds to gain resolution of significant technical and operational issues
  • Work unsupervised for extended periods of time in a wide variety of cultural/economic conditions
  • Provide technical field support for the C-17 on aircraft systems to include hydraulics, propulsion, landing gear, and mission systems
  • Perform troubleshooting procedures for avionics systems to the customer. Resolve maintenance and operational issues
  • Interpret technical documents and monitor product performance. Develop and conduct ad hoc training on avionics systems topics
  • Analyze technical data and evaluate maintenance procedures
  • Requires the ability to work independently in a demanding, on-call, 24-hour per day operational environment
  • Must be willing to work any shift, weekends or on call as required. Requires proficiency working in a multi-disciplined environment to include but not limited to C-17 Hydraulics, Propulsion, Landing Gear, and Mission Systems
  • Must be willing to travel to other US and foreign operating locations to assist with the customer's mission and maintenance demands as well as the recovery of disabled aircraft

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
  • Minimum 5 years of experience maintaining and troubleshooting C-17A aircraft
  • Minimum 5 years of knowledge/understanding of mechanical, environmental, avionics and flight control systems, and electrical/electronic systems
  • Must be able to function in a demanding on-call, around the clock operational environment
  • Travel up to 25% to other operating locations to assist with operations, maintenance, and recovery of aircraft will be required
  • Willing to work any shift - occasional overtime and weekends when necessary
  • At the sole discretion of leadership, must be willing and able (on potentially short-notice) to deploy/travel to a variety of locations (domestic and international) and for a variety of deployment durations to meet customer needs and the statement of work. Unless compelling reasons exist, failure to deploy/travel will be considered as a resignation.
  • At the sole discretion of leadership, must be willing and able to relocate to a variety of locations (domestic and international) to meet customer needs and the statement of work. Failure to relocate will be considered as a resignation.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
  • Experience maintaining and troubleshooting C-17, electrical/electronic, environmental, and avionics systems is preferred
  • Previous military experience or extensive familiarity with military operations and written maintenance procedures
  • Experience with C-17 field or depot is preferred
  • Production Superintendent Experience is desired
  • Extensive experience using maintenance data collection and analysis (G081) is desired
  • Extensive knowledge of C-17 Interactive Electronic Technical Manual (IETM) is desired

Conflict of Interest:
Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
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.
Pay & Benefits:
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: $91,800 - $124,200.
Applications for this position will be accepted until Jul. 08, 2026
Export Control Requirements:
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.
Export Control Details:
US based job, US Person required
Relocation
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
Security Clearance
This position requires an active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)
Visa Sponsorship
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Shift
This position is for 2nd 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.

Skills Required

  • Minimum 5 years of experience maintaining and troubleshooting C-17A aircraft
  • Minimum 5 years knowledge/understanding of mechanical, environmental, avionics, flight control, and electrical/electronic systems
  • Ability to function in a demanding on-call, 24-hour operational environment
  • Willingness to travel up to 25% to other operating locations
  • Willingness to work any shift, including weekends and overtime as required
  • Willingness and ability to deploy/travel on short notice and relocate as required by leadership/contract
  • Active U.S. Secret security clearance required (U.S. citizenship required); active within past 24 months considered active
  • Must meet U.S. export control compliance as a U.S. Person
  • Successful completion of Boeing Conflict of Interest assessment
  • Subject to post-offer drug testing per company policy
  • Experience maintaining and troubleshooting C-17 electrical/electronic, environmental, and avionics systems
  • Previous military experience or extensive familiarity with military operations and written maintenance procedures
  • Experience with C-17 field or depot operations
  • Production Superintendent experience
  • Extensive experience using maintenance data collection and analysis (G081)
  • Extensive knowledge of C-17 Interactive Electronic Technical Manual (IETM)

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Boeing Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Retirement Support Boeing states a dollar‑for‑dollar 401(k) match on the first 10% of pay for most nonunion U.S. employees with immediate vesting and an annual true‑up, and a student‑loan match feature lets qualified loan payments count toward earning the company match. Union agreements specify strong but different retirement contributions (e.g., automatic company contributions plus matching under IAM terms).
  • Parental & Family Support The company advertises 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave for birth, adoption, surrogacy, or foster placement, alongside adoption and surrogacy reimbursement programs. Back‑up family care resources are also highlighted in benefits materials.
  • Healthcare Strength Comprehensive health and insurance benefits are emphasized, with eligibility generally beginning the first day of the month after hire. Many teammates are eligible for several programs on day one.

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