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Posted May 06, 2026
Boeing

Associate General Mechanic - C-17 (4699)

Boeing
San Antonio, Texas, United States Full Time
USD 75,000.00 per year
Reference: JR2026507402

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...

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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 Global Services (BGS) is looking for an Associate General Mechanic to join our C-17 team in San Antonio, TX.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Perform efforts associated with flight controls installation, removal and rigging. Landing gear and servicing of aircraft
  • Perform essential component change outs for example servo pumps, filters and engine components
  • Read and interpret engineering drawings, technical orders, process specification, and retrofit requirements to perform structural modification/repair
  • Access aircraft data via computer systems and initiate on-line parts and discrepancy requests
  • Maintain necessary certifications, licenses and permits as required for assigned work
  • Ensure that all equipment is used in accordance with established safety and operating procedures.
  • Diagnose and correct malfunctions occurring in assembly processes
  • Use precision measuring instruments, gauges, tools, etc., necessary to check dimensions and conformance to quality requirements.
  • Maintain necessary certifications, licenses and permits as required for assigned work.
  • Able to ascend and descend vertical work ladders, work in confined spaces, and lift loads of approximately 35 pounds
  • Must be familiar with Hazardous Energy and Lock Out /Tag systems applications to ensure working environment is deemed safe for access and on the job performance
  • Will be required to assist other team members (Avionics, Structures, Electricals) to ensure cost/schedule targets are met

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

  • 4+ years of experience in military aircraft general maintenance
  • 4+ years of experience working various aircraft exterior and interior systems such as hydraulic, flight control, monuments, landing gears, fuel systems, and engines
  • 4+ years of experience in working with schematics, specifications, assembly drawings and standard operating procedures
  • Ability to work variable shifts (i.e. scheduled and unscheduled overtime; weekends and holidays) to support mission requirements and workload

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • Experience in aircraft heavy maintenance (C-17 or Depot Leve/Modifications)
  • Experience performing aircraft engine runs, and engine borescope inspections
  • Ability to operate a forklift, mobile crane, and riding type electric powered elevating equipment

Conflict of Interest:
Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process

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 variable shift

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 is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary Pay Rate: $75,000 annually/ $36.06 per hour

Additive Pay:

$1.00/hourly for Airframe Certification

$1.00/hourly for Powerplant Certification

Applications for this position will be accepted until May. 15, 2026

Export Control Requirements:

This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. ยง120.62 is required. "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Export Control Details:

US based job, US Person required

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 variable 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.

This listing expired on Jun 05. Applications are no longer accepted.

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