Mid-Level Flight Operations Support Specialist (Quality) at Boeing

Mid-Level Flight Operations Support Specialist (Quality)

Company:

The Boeing Company

Boeing Test and Evaluation (BT&E) is currently seeking a Mid-level Flight Operations Support Specialist (Quality) to join our Flight Test Quality team in North Charleston, South Carolina, to support multiple flight test programs. 

The Flight Operations Support team performs activities to ensure aircraft availability to support company requirements through application of maintenance procedures, practices and data; performs analyses and determines requirements for maintenance, inspection, repair and modification of operational aircraft; develops work packages to support the continued airworthiness of the aircraft; oversees the verification of modification, repair and flight release and ensures aircraft airworthiness.

This position is primarily first shift; however, occasional alternate or extended shifts may be required to support test program objectives.

Qualified candidates will perform routine final configuration inspections and verifications, as well as, systems operational functional validation testing. Flight Operations Support Specialist perform quality oversight of rework, modification, maintenance, preflight and post-flight checks for test platforms.

Position Responsibilities:

• Identifies problems and coordinates follow up communication with support organizations for problem resolution

• Provides technical support in problem identification for pre-flight and post-flight checks, inspect and document non-conformance with high complexity

• Inspects, tests, repairs aircraft and engine systems to prepare for test flight

• Verifies Flight Test Instrumentation systems including test part fabrication

• Performs Field Operation and Inspection tasks to obtain and maintain knowledge, skills and required certifications

• Initiate and document any nonconforming materials, hardware, software, tools, parts, assemblies, or portions thereof, according to specifications, processes, and procedures

• Performs audit/surveillance of all manufacturing and quality assurance processes, according to specifications, processes, and procedures

• Supports BT&E Enterprise activities, including but not limited to: FAA CFR PART 125 Maintenance release activities. R&D test aircraft support including manned and unmanned assets

• Inspects maintenance tasks on all BT&E Test assets including but not limited to BCA, BDS, and BGS, test programs

• Verifies onboard Flight Test and Aircraft System monitoring and troubleshooting

• Coordinates Flight Test Configuration requirements with business partner Operations Teams

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• 6+ years of aircraft maintenance experience on complex jet powered aircraft with military, airline or certificated repair station background

• FAA Mechanic certificate with Airframe and Powerplant ratings 

• 2+ years of related work experience in logistics or aircraft maintenance

• 3+ years of aircraft maintenance experience on complex jet-powered aircraft with military, airline, or certificated repair station background

• FAA Mechanic certificate with Airframe and Powerplant ratings

• Ability to lift and carry cartons weighing up to 35 lbs. and manage heavier cartons using safety tools

• Ability to fluently read, write, and speak English

• Warehouse experience and experience in operating material handling equipment

• Basic computer knowledge with intermediate experience in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook

• Current valid driver’s license with a clean driving record (where applicable)

• Must be detail-oriented, efficient, and able to work in a fast-paced atmosphere

• Experience in international shipping and distribution, as well as knowledge of transportation, shipping laws, and procedures

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Experience with Bombardier Challenger 600/601/604 aircraft and Global series aircraft

• Flight test experience and familiarity with the 787 airframe

• Associate of Science Degree in Aviation Maintenance Technology

• Avionics and/or related aircraft electrical experience

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 primarily for 1st shift; however, alternate shifts may be required to meet program objectives.

Travel:  

This position requires approximately 20% travel through August 2027.

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: $86,700 – $117,300

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Not Applicable

Relocation:

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Export Control Requirement:

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.

Safety Sensitive:

This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.

Security Clearance:

This position does not require a Security Clearance.

Visa Sponsorship:

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program

This position is not contingent upon program award

Shift:

Shift 1 (United States of America)

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