Integral Fuel Cell Assembly; In- Tank Mechanic - at BOEING Everett, WA

Job Summary

Integral Fuel Cell Assembly (In‑Tank Mechanic) – Job  – Boeing Commercial Airplanes – Everett, WA. This role involves assembling and installing structural components, systems, and sub‑assemblies within confined aircraft fuel tanks while maintaining the highest quality and safety standards.

• Assemble and install parts, structural components, systems, and sub‑assemblies for wing and horizontal stabilizer assemblies.
• Review bar charts or automated timelines to determine job assignments and obtain necessary drawings.
• Locate work areas using drawings, installation plans, or other paperwork that specifies airplane and section numbers.
• Obtain and verify kitted parts against installation plans and bill of materials to ensure they are correct and defect‑free.
• Retrieve parts from the Parts Control Area or other designated locations if not pre‑picked, ensuring they meet specifications.
• Obtain a two‑way radio and confined space flag before working in confined spaces and adhere to CSCHA rules and regulations.
• Perform drilling, reaming, riveting, cold working, bonding, grounding, and sealing as necessary.
• Assemble and install aircraft plumbing and electrical systems within closed areas of the wing and horizontal stabilizer.
• Perform pickup and rework, incorporating changes and conducting functional checks on work typically installed by lower classifications.
• Perform continuity checks for electrical systems; hand‑form wiring and solder where required.
• Perform final cleaning, closing of fuel cells, including vacuuming and installing fuel cell doors.
• Locate and pre‑install routing and clamping hardware for in‑wing fuel tank electrical and plumbing systems as required.
• Use precision measuring instruments to verify that quality standards are achieved.
• Report job handicaps, such as sequencing errors, part or material issues, and assembly procedure problems, following shop procedures.
• Check work after each operation to ensure assembly is complete, defect‑free, and replace installations and related components as necessary.

• Lift weights ranging from 10–15 lbs to 15–35 lbs.
• Perform reaching, handling, turning, twisting, lifting, lowering, climbing, balancing, bending, kneeling, crouching, and squatting.
• Work in environments that may involve contact with metals, solvents, and coolants.
• Operate in proximity to moving parts, tools, sharp cutters, and potential slipping hazards.
• Adapt to varying noise levels and atmospheric conditions.
• Utilize personal safety gear to protect face/eyes, hands/arms, and feet while performing job duties.

• 1+ year of structural experience in aerospace, automotive, maritime, construction, or a similar industry; education and military experience included.
• 1+ year of experience following oral and written instructions in the form of blueprints, drawings, and work instructions.
• 1+ year of experience using high‑impact vibratory tools such as bucking or riveting tools.
• Ability to stand 6–8 hours per day; walk constantly; climb or work from stairs, steps, or ladders; bend, twist, squat, and kneel; use hearing protection and eye protection; use hazardous chemicals.
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs.
• Ability to work in confined spaces (entry diameter 9.5” x 17.7”).
• Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English.

• 1+ year of experience performing aircraft structural work or equivalent.
• Enrollment in a Boeing‑partnered manufacturing related high‑school or community and technology college program.

Position is 100% onsite. Must meet Export Control compliance requirements—“US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15, including US Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee. Current Boeing employees working in Puget Sound must submit an Employee Request Transfer (ERT) to be considered; resumes submitted via the Careers portal will not be considered. Technical assessment is required and failure will remove the candidate from consideration.

This is an hourly position governed by the International Association of Machinists (IAM‑751) Collective Bargaining Agreement; variable shift. Mandatory mandatory…