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 excited to offer opportunities for a Wing Skin Preparation Mechanic to join our Fabrication team in Puyallup, Algona, and Auburn, Washington.
As a Wing Skin Preparation Mechanic, you will be at the forefront of our manufacturing process, playing a vital role in the assembly and preparation of critical aircraft components. Your expertise will be essential as you operate overhead cranes to efficiently move parts, ensuring that each wing skin, spar, and web is meticulously prepared for storage or transportation. You will engage in a variety of tasks, from setting up and adjusting shot peening equipment to applying surface finishes that meet our high-quality standards.
You will play a critical role in upholding our commitment to safety and quality standards, ensuring that all operations meet regulatory compliance and operational excellence. If you are detail-oriented, possess strong technical skills, and thrive in a collaborative environment, we invite you to apply and be a part of our mission to deliver excellence in aviation.
Position Responsibilities:
Prepare finished wing skins, spars, webs, and other components for storage or transportation by removing tabs and ensuring proper surface preparation.
Set up, operate, and adjust shot peening equipment to perform surface conditioning on parts, materials, and tools, ensuring compliance with quality specifications.
Operate ground-controlled handling equipment, including overhead cranes, to load and unload parts and move them within the shop.
Review engineering drawings and work orders to determine job requirements and ensure all previous operations are complete.
Conduct drilling, countersinking, riveting, and sanding as necessary to complete work assignments.
Use precision measuring instruments to verify dimensions and ensure parts meet specifications.
Mask or shield surfaces of parts that need protection during shot peening and other processes.
Record setup, adjustments, and processing data for personal use and for future reference by others.
Visually inspect test specimens and workpieces for proper coverage and quality, addressing any discrepancies with the team lead or QA.
Install bushings and fittings into housings using manual and pneumatic tools, ensuring proper techniques are followed.
Apply surface finishes, such as alodine and primer, according to Boeing specifications to ensure quality and compliance.
Prepare surfaces for bonding and grounding as required per specifications.
Handle and dispose of hazardous materials, such as paints and solvents, in accordance with safety regulations.
Maintain personal and tool certifications to ensure compliance with industry standards and safety protocols.
Present completed jobs or in-process checks to inspectors at appropriate steps in the sequence, ensuring all quality control measures are met.
Physical Demands and Potential Hazards:
Perform physical tasks that include lifting weights ranging from 10-15 lbs to 15-35 lbs.
Engage in various movements such as 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 and 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.
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, therefore a “US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 is required. “US Person” includes 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 in the eligible candidate pool. Resumes of current Puget Sound Boeing employees submitted via Careers at Boeing will not be considered.
Basic Qualifications:
1+ years of experience using basic math (e.g. addition, subtraction, multiplication and division)
Basic Computer experience and competency
1+ years of experience using precision measuring tools and equipment such as micrometers, calipers and dial indicators, etc.
1+ years of experience do you have using hand tools and/or hand-held power tools
Able to lift, push and pull up to 35 pounds frequently within an 8 hour shift
1+ years of experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications (e.g., blueprint/schematic reading, specification, change, design)
Preferred Qualifications:
Typical Education & Experience:
High school graduate or GED preferred.
Relocation:
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.
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.
Union Representation Statement:
This is an hourly position governed by the International Association of Machinists (IAM-751) Collective Bargaining agreement.
Shift Work Statement:
This role is primarily 2nd shift; however, there may be additional shift requirements to support program objectives
Total Rewards & Pay Transparency:
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: $24.32/hour, with potential to earn up to $53.30/hour in accordance with the terms of the relevant collective bargaining agreement.
Applications for this position will be accepted until Mar. 09, 2026
Language Requirements
English Preferred
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 2nd 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.
