C-17 Mechanical Aircraft Technician

Company:

Boeing Operations International Incorporated Kuwait:

The Boeing Company is currently seeking a C-17 Aircraft Mechanic to support Boeing Global Services in Al Mubarak Air Base Kuwait.

This position is part of the on-site C-17 Globemaster III Integrated Sustainment Program maintenance team supporting the Kuwait Air Force (KAF) C-17 aircraft based at Al Mubarak Air Base Kuwait. Applicant will participate in organizational level maintenance activities (e.g. flight line tasks including aircraft servicing, inspections, fault diagnosis and component replacement, and structural repair) associated with day-to-day operations of C-17 Globemaster III aircraft to meet KAF mission requirements.

Additionally, participation in Intermediate level maintenance activities (e.g. back-shop tasks including component repair, test set operation, battery charging, and scheduled periodic inspections) will be required.

Position Responsibilities:

• English is the primary language of the KAF community on the airbase in Kuwait. All technical data to perform the tasks and training are in English.

• Competency in reading, comprehension and speaking the English language is necessary.

• 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.

This position requires the ability to obtain a US Security Clearance for which the US Government requires US Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. secret clearance Post Start is required.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• 5+ years of C17 Maintenance experience, either FCC, flight line or HSC work

• Ability to obtain a work visa, depending on requirements of the country

• Ability to meet the cultural requirements of the country, as applicable

• Must be able to obtain work visa depending on requirements of the country.

• Candidate must be able to meet the cultural requirements of the country as applicable.

• Ability to recognize and appreciate cultural differences.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Experience in structural, composite repair, and/or fuel cell maintenance

Employer is willing to sponsor applicants for employment visa status

This requisition is for an international, locally hired position in Kuwait. Benefits and pay are determined at the local level and are not part of Boeing U.S. based payroll and will be commensurate with experience and qualifications and in accordance with applicable Kuwaiti law. Employment is subject to the candidate's ability to satisfy all Kuwaiti labor and immigration formalities.

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.

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Not Applicable

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Security Clearance:

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Visa Sponsorship:

Employer willing to sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program:

This position is not contingent upon program award

Shift:

Shift Worker (Kuwait)