Tooling Mechanic

Job Description

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Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) is seeking a Tooling Mechanic to support the Fabrication Team (Tool Benders) in Berkeley, MO!

Tooling Mechanics in this role will operate metal working equipment including saws, drill presses, benders, swaging machine, pressure test benches, vapor degreaser and/or aqueous degreaser, and a variety of hand tools.

Position Responsibilities:

• Read and interpret shop process specifications, blueprints, work instructions and visual aids in order to perform several elements of the fabrication such as bending, cutting, swaging, install fittings, cleaning, identifying, pressure testing and numerous end form operations
• Perform detailed quality checks to verify accuracy of manufactured products against fabrication drawings and details and to ensure all standards and requirements are met using equipment such as measuring equipment
• Ability to quickly learn and take direction from others for processes, jobs, duties and work with minimum supervision during production
• Assist the programs and engineering with new parts, troubleshooting issues, geometry changes, etc
• Trial fit and install tubes on production aircrafts and identify and report fit issues based on blueprints. Perform skilled assembly operations on tubes from blueprints with or without firm callouts such as: shimming, fitting, trimming and aligning which may vary considerably from one assembly to another
• Ability to use logic and reasoning to troubleshoot and solve practical problems

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• 1+ year of experience using a tube bender or similar machinery
• Experience with the layout, mockup and fabrication of tubing system
• Experience using complete set of toolmaker shop equipment (milling, lathe, precision, grinding, polishing, and fitting)
• 1+years of experience as a Machinist or Tool Maker

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Experience working with detailed work instructions or reading and interpreting blueprints and drawings
• Proficient using a Microsoft Office/Suite
• High school graduate or GED

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 .

Additional Information:

• 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.

S hift:

• The candidate must be able to work any shift assigned

Relocation:

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

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: $30.00/Hourly- $53.27/Hourly

Applications for this position will be accepted until Jul. 26, 2026

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.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

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.