Boeing Pre-Employment Training (BPET) Students - Assembly Structures Mechanics (Variable Shift)

Company: BOEING
Location: North Charleston
Posted on: October 29, 2025

Job Description:

Job Description 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 is seeking to provide students of Boeing Pre-Employment Training (BPET) certified courses with the opportunity to join our 787 production teams working as an Assembly Structures Mechanic in N orth Charleston, South Carolina on a variable shift . Your BPET Instructor Endorsement Form will outline the specific roles for which your course qualifies you for a direct offer of employment. Following your application, a Boeing recruiter will reach out to discuss these roles and ensure a smooth transition into your new role. This role offers an exciting opportunity within a dynamic manufacturing assembly environment. Team members will leverage their prior experience, and the knowledge gained from training and certifications to complete daily assigned tasks effectively. Individuals will be responsible for identifying their work locations on advanced airplanes, parts, and tooling by interpreting intricate drawings to accurately complete detailed work instructions. Attention to detail and procedure compliance is critical to identify all necessary hand tools, parts, and equipment required to ensure defect-free work. This position is not just a job; it’s an opportunity to build a career while contributing to the future of aviation as a part of an innovative team! Eligibility: This position is exclusively open to students who have completed Boeing Pre-Employment Training (BPET) certified courses. Application Instructions: To apply, please ensure you include BOTH of the following documents in the “Resume / CV” field. You may upload multiple documents in this section: BPET Instructor Endorsement Form: This form must be issued by your instructor. Updated Resume: Your resume should provide a comprehensive overview of your hands-on tool experience and/or manufacturing skill sets. Primary Responsibilities: Must have the ability to complete the New Hire Training Cycle Flow to obtain and maintain all required certifications. Ability to adhere to high standards of safety and quality. Comply with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and Boeing Quality Management System (QMS) requirements. Ensure your work conforms to engineering drawings and specifications, has First Pass Quality (FPQ) and is free from FOD (Foreign Object Debris). Use computers and software applications in a production environment. Look up/read/comprehend technical work instructions, drawings, and specifications. Wear required protective clothing/equipment for the task you are performing. Operate various mechanical lifts (e.g. ladders, scissor lift and aerial lifts). Use chemical solvents, sealants, coatings, primers, adhesives, paints and finishes. Be able to climb/balance (stairs, ladders, poles, scaffolding, inclined surfaces), crawl/crouch (squat). Work around energized sources (electrical equipment and hazards/shock, e.g. circuit breakers and wiring) and potential exposure to constant noise. Read from a computer screen, printed drawings or documents. Carry/Lift up to 35 pounds. Flexion/Extension (head bent down, head bent back), handle, kneel, bend at the waist, reach (overhead), rotate head/neck, stand, twist at the waist and walk. Use of various structural assembly tools such as Hi-speed and Lo-speed drills, Pneumatic and electric drills, nut runner and Quakenbush. Set up and validate jigs and other tooling setup. Perform close tolerance drilling and installations in critical aircraft structural areas. Use calibrated precision measuring tools. Perform various fastener installation/removal tools and techniques. Work with CFRP, aluminum and titanium for structural drilling, sanding, trimming and shimming. This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options. This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee. Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/ Experience): Be a student or recent graduate of a Boeing Pre-Employment Training course that is certified for the BPET Assembly Structures Mechanic role. Physical demands and requirements: Ability to work a variable shift. Ability to meet physical demands of the role such as: flexion/extension (head bent down, head bent back), handling, kneeling, bending at the waist, reaching (overhead), rotation of head/neck, standing, twisting at the waist and walking, climbing/balancing (stairs, ladders, poles, scaffolding, inclined surfaces), crawling, crouching (squatting). Ability to carry/lift up to 10-35 pounds. Ability to work with High Hazard Chemicals. Experience using software applications for internet navigation, email, Microsoft Suite and/or other specialized computer applications. Experience utilizing and following detailed work instructions, reading, and interpreting blueprints, drawings, or specifications, in English. Experience in a technical or mechanical field performing work with basic hand, power, and/or pneumatic (air) tools. Experience with structural parts fabrication, assembly processes and procedures. 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 variable shift (shift 4). Variable shift means you will be placed on a shift at the time of hire based on business needs at that time. You will remain on that shift until re-evaluation is needed. 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 Jan. 12, 2026 Relocation This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility. Visa Sponsorship Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status. Shift This position is for variable 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.

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