Ejection Seat Technician

This posting is for a contract assignment and is not a full-time employment offer with Boeing. Candidates selected for roles will be employed as contract workers through a Boeing approved 3rd party for the duration of the specified project.

Assembles, disassembles and/or modifies systems by changing, removing, replacing or upgrading aerospace vehicle components to correct failures or implement changes. Oversees assembly, disassembly or overhaul. Configures aerospace vehicles and bench test equipment. Troubleshoots complex pneumatic, hydraulic and electrical systems to isolate mechanical or electrical faults and repair faulty components. Performs validation/verification testing of systems and components. Documents procedures and established processes to ensure contractual and regulatory compliance (e.g., repairs, test results, applicable modifications and inspection results).

Inspects components and verifies repairs for flight worthiness requirements. Oversees training. Works under general direction.

Boeing Global Services is searching for an Ejection Seat Technician willing to work night or day shift at Naval Air Station (NAS) Joint Reserve Base (JRB) New Orleans in Belle Chasse, Louisiana.

The selected candidate will perform inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting, and operational support of aircraft egress systems and associated components in a professional maintenance environment.

Position Responsibilities

Technician maintains the following:
Aircraft seats and canopy ejection systems, Gaseous O2, fire extinguishing, air conditioning, cockpit heat, pressurization and ventilation

Remove and install Oxygen system valves, gauges, converters and regulators.

Remove, install, inspect and rig ejection seats, Cartridge Actuation Devices (CADS), shoulder harnesses and lap belts.

Perform Daily, pre and post flight and periodic aircraft inspections.

Assembles, disassembles and/or modifies systems by changing, removing, replacing or upgrading aerospace vehicle components to correct failures or implement changes.

Oversees assembly, disassembly or overhaul.

Configures aerospace vehicles and bench test equipment.

Troubleshoots complex pneumatic, hydraulic and electrical systems to isolate mechanical or electrical faults and repair faulty components.

Performs validation/verification testing of systems and components.

Documents procedures and established processes to ensure contractual and regulatory compliance (e.g., repairs, test results, applicable modifications and inspection results).

Inspects components and verifies repairs for flight worthiness requirements. Oversees training. Works under general direction.

Works under general direction.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

Minimum 5 years aviation maintenance experience in egress, survival equipment, and/ or related aircraft systems

Experience installing/removing F-18 ejection seats

Experience reading and interpreting technical manuals, schematics, and maintenance procedures

Ability to lift 50 lbs and perform maintenance tasks in confined spaces or elevated positions

Valid passport and ability to travel internationally



Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

Fighter Structural modification experience

Ability to safely handle explosive devices and hazardous components

Fighter Electrical modification experience

Pay Rate Range

42 - 47 USD hourly

Benefits Information

• Optional Benefits:
  Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K