Experienced Aircraft Machinist

Job Description
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The Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) organization is seeking experienced Aircraft Machinist 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.
Job duties include but are not limited to:

• CNC machine operations (Trim and Drill)
• Water-Jet machining operations (Trim)
• Ultrasonic core carving and composite machining
• Fabricate, modify, and repair metallic or composite production and aircraft parts and assemblies using manual or CNC mills, lathes, jig bores and grinders.
• Identify nonconforming parts and assemblies and processes.
• Work with engineering to improve manufacturing processes.
• Set up and use a variety of precision measuring instruments such as: dial indicators, micrometers, protractors, calipers, bore gages, and other related close tolerance measuring equipment.
• Develop layouts required to fabricate machined parts. Plans sequence of operations; makes calculations for tapers, angles pitch root and thread diameters dimensions, and cuts.
• Set up equipment such as lathes, milling machines, grinders and drill presses; determines proper tool sequence for machining prototype detail parts.
• Ensure all work is free of Foreign Object Debris (FOD) and complies with engineering specifications.
• Report all non-conformances to supervision.
• Follow all safety procedures and reports unsafe conditions to safety officials or supervision.
• Reports job status and restraints to coworkers and supervision.
• Recommends design changes to engineering and manufacturing staff.

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):

• Must have High School Diploma/GED or equivalent
• Must have experience CNC machine operations or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Active DoD Secret security clearance
• Experience with setup and operation of CNC machine operations (Trim and Drill)
• Experience with setup and operation of Water-jet machining operations (Trim)
• Experience with setup and operation of Ultrasonic core carving and composite machining

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.
Applicants must apply before Feb 6th to be considered for this position
Applications for this position will be accepted until Feb. 06, 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
Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent Required
Relocation
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this 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. This position requires ability to obtain program access, for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship only.
Visa Sponsorship
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Shift
This position is for 1st 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.