C-17 Fuel Mech

  • 35318
  • Posted 2 months ago
We’re sorry, this particular job is no longer available. But don’t worry; we’ve got plenty others like it! Search similar open jobs at LAUNCH now >>
COMPANY NAME: Boeing SSG San Antonio TX
JOB TITLE: Fuel Cell Assembly (in tank
SITE LOCATION: 375 Airlift Dr San Antonio Texas 78226 United States
# OF OPENINGS: 5
COMPLIANCE DEADLINE: Monday before Monday training class
START DATES: TBD once candidate clears Launch compliance and is Onboarded by Monument
Training classes - every other Monday, next 5/1/2026
REPORTING INSTRUCTIONS: will be provided the Monday before their Monday scheduled date. They will now be required to badge (unpaid) on Mon/Tues before their Mon start. Ensure they are ready to show up with photo ID and original unexpired ITAR document in hand (no copies)

COMPENSATION / SCHEDULE
Weekly Pay:
ST: SCA pay model – 37.96/hr + 5.09/hr H&W (health & welfare pay). Total = 43.05/hr
OT: 64.58
PD: None
TRAINING: Successful completion of training is a contingency for this assignment; there will be a pre-hire assessment within the first 5 days!! Will be released if do not pass *** 
BONUS: No
WORK SCHEDULE: must be available for any shift
OVERTIME: not expected
CLEARANCE: None

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR CONSIDERATION
**Notes from manager**
3+ years of AV experience in an MRO environment is what he’s looking for. Military is good, but it has to be on aircraft avionics. Helicopter experience alone won’t work and electrical assembly alone won’t work either. It needs to be on aircraft. 

Required Skills:
  • Experience with the C-17 or other heavy aircraft platforms (think - C-130, 737, 757, 777, 787, A320, etc.)
    • Helo only will NOT be accepted
  • Experience with Aircraft Avionics Systems such as Comm Nav, Data Links, Weapons, Radar,
  • 3+ years of experience do you have in applied mathematics, statistics or related field?
  • 4+ years working with schematics, specifications, assembly drawings and standard operating procedures
  • 3+ years of experience with aircraft computer systems and basic office software
  • The candidate must be able to ascend and descend vertical work ladders, work in confined spaces, and lift loads of approximately 35 pounds.
• Exposure to noise, working on elevated platforms
• Use personal protective gear for face, eyes, ears, hand, and arms as required.
• Pass visual acuity and color perception tests
• Read, write, and comprehend the English language
• Handle, use, and dispose of hazardous material
• Obtain & maintain training certifications as required to support assignment responsibilities
• Occasional (1 to 3 hrs) finger manipulation
• On occasion, a 2-person lift may be necessary for weights greater than 50 lbs
• Frequent reaching overhead (3 to 6 hrs)
• Frequent walking on flat surfaces
• Frequent standing flat or uneven surfaces
• Frequent balancing on a ladder, steps, or uneven surfaces
• Occasional climbing on 3-12 ft ladders or stands
• Rotation of head/neck, sitting, crawling, squatting, bend/stoop, lying down, and operate foot controls for an extended period of time
• Occasional contact with metals
• Frequent exposure to noise

Preferred Skills:
  • Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
  • Experience with C-17 Modification
  • Experience working with COMSEC, Radar, or Electronic Systems
  • Operate a forklift, mobile crane, and riding type electric powered elevating equipment to accomplish work assignment.

Employee Value Proposition – WHY HERE!!
  • No tools required
  • Can be very long duration if mechanic works out well, is determined to stay on project, and can manage a break in service to satisfy Launch requirements
  • Exciting projects – VC25B presidential fleet, newer B787, DoD transport and fighter aircraft

Week 1 – Responsibilities / Expectations / Culture / Environment
  • Showing up for badging on time with photo ID and ITAR document in hand (no copies)
  • Paying attention during orientation so they understand importance of clocking hours timely/correctly, having good attendance, and understanding Boeing facility guidelines
  • Successful completion of training is a contingency for this assignment – OJT or formal classroom training
  • Unique Pay Period - Boeing’s pay period runs Friday-Thursday. LAUNCH pay period M-F (we pay on Fridays)

JOB DESCRIPTION
This position will focus on supporting the Boeing C-17 Program.
  • • Ability to apply technical knowledge to solve problems that typically cannot be solved solely by referencing manufacturers’ manuals or similar documents.
    • Requires an understanding of the interrelationships of circuits, exercising independent judgment in performing such tasks as making circuit analyses, calculating wave forms, and tracing relationships in signal flow, using complex test instruments such as high frequency pulse generators, frequency synthesizers, distortion analyzers, and complex computer control equipment.
    • Performs aircraft bench and/or flight line operational testing and troubleshooting in accordance with DOD, manufacturer, company, supplier and other directives.
    • Performs assembly, installation, check-out physical characteristics, operational testing and modification of wire bundles in the testing, development and modification of aircraft in accordance with DOD, manufacturer, company, supplier and other directives.
    • Responsible for the proper performance of assignments and the prudent handling of product, tools and equipment.
    • Required to consult with management and peers to assess best work process.
    • Will assist and train less senior employees.
    • May be required to lead teams through more complex aircraft relevant tasks.
    • Able to prioritize workload to maintain schedules on assigned projects.
    • Perform all duties of lower Avionics classifications as required to successfully accomplish assignments.
    • Interpret standard work instructions, charts, tables, blueprints, wire diagrams, formulas, sketches, verbal and electronic orders, ob layouts, etc. to accomplish assigned work.
    • Ensure that all equipment is used in accordance with established safety and operating procedures.
    • Diagnose and correct malfunctions occurring in assembly processes.
    • Use any and all precision measuring instruments, gauges, tools, etc., necessary to check dimensions and conformance to quality requirements.
    • Maintain necessary certifications, licenses and permits as required for assigned work.
    • Able to ascend and descend vertical work ladders, work in confined spaces, and lift loads of approximately 35 pounds.
    • Able to work various shifts and/or an alternate baseline schedule that may frequently change to support mission requirements and may include weekends and holidays. Mission requirements and/or workload may require both scheduled and unscheduled overtime
    • •Must be familiar with Hazardous Energy and Lock Out /Tag systems applications to ensure working environment is deemed safe for access and on the job performance.
    • Will be required to assist other team members (General Mechanics, Structures, Electrics) in order to ensure cost/schedule targets are met.
_______________________________________________
Send submittals to vmsresumesubmittals@launchtws.com and include the following:
- Resume without letter head (No header or footer)
- Presubmittal COI Questionnaire (email me for latest copy if you don't have it)
- Pic of ITAR document they have on-hand that they’ll use for badging

Subject: Launch Presents (First, Middle, Last) for Avionics Technician (3+ yrs) C-17 program at Boeing SSG San Antonio TX

And include the following in the body of your email

Req: 68733-1
Legal Name (Shown in Birth Certificate or Passport)
**View and reconfirm off their IDs before filling name in**
First:
Middle:
Last:
Suffix (Jr, Sr, III, etc):
DOB (month and day only MM/DD):
Phone:
Zipcode:
Email:
Previous Boeing Direct (Yes or No):
Previous Boeing Contractor (Yes or No):
If yes, provide BEMSID:
Confirmed ITAR and EDU document in hand? (Yes or No):
Available for ASAP start? (Yes or No):
 

Similar Jobs

Assembly Technician

Assembly Technician LAUNCH Technical Workforce Solutions is seeking Assembly Technicians with experience performing work on B737 aircraft for an opportunity in Renton, Washington.Job Duties and...

Contract - Acft Tech II - Req#216527 - Weekend Shift - Savannah

QA Technician 1

 QA Technician LAUNCH is seeking a QA Technician for an opportunity in Bothell, WA. Duties and Responsibilities:Record and document each inspection process in accordance with company documented...