Associate Fabrication Specialist

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 Commercial Airplanes (BCA) is currently seeking an Associate Fabrication Specialist to support the Emergent Operations Machine Shop Team at our site in North Charleston, South Carolina.

The fabrication specialist performs machine setup and runs operation on CNC machines to produce parts from raw stock. They use precision measuring equipment to validate material and end part requirements.

Primary Responsibilities:   

• Performs machine set-up, machining, and fabrication tasks.
• Performs fabrication and assembly tasks.
• Assembles, repairs, modifies and installs various power plants and drive trains.
• Assembles and installs avionics products.
• Prepares test articles, fixtures and data collection devices to perform various tests.
• Performs basic organic chemical conversion and paint preparation.
• Applies routine organic coatings for corrosion protection and appearance requirements.
• Works on articles of limited complexity following established drawings and requirements.

This position is expected to be 100% onsite.  The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/ Experience):

• 1+ years of experience with CNC
• 1+ years of Aerospace, Fabrication, or Manufacturing experience
• 1+ years of experience utilizing and following detailed work instructions, reading and interpreting blueprints, drawings, or specifications, in English.
• Able to lift up to 35 lbs on a frequent basis

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• 1+ years’ related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• 1 year of experience with Lean Principles (Continuous Improvement, Standard Work, and 5-S tools)
• 1 year of experience leading any of the following: staff, teams, production, or quality system initiatives
• 1 year of experience with managing or working to safety, quality, and manufacturing performance data
• 1 year of experience with sanding, taping, mixing material, the application of paint 

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.

Shift:

This position is for a first shift.

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: $54,000 - $64,000​

Applications for this position will be accepted until May. 02, 2025

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

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.