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The Boeing Company is currently seeking multiple Model Makers to join the team in Tukwila, WA.

Position Responsibilities:

• Torque to engineering specifications
• Set-up, operate and adjust numerous types of machine tools (e.g., C.N.C. and conventional lathes and milling machines) to machine parts from various types of material
• Identify and select necessary equipment from shop storage area or tool room such as bombsights, micrometers, height gages, dial indicators, depth gage, tooling angle blocks and cubes
• Fabricate or repair laminated fiberglass, or balsa wood models by cutting material to size, correctly mix resin and catalyst, build up in layers to obtain specified thickness and weight, applying gel-coat, fabricating and attaching stiffeners
• Work can be performed at remote sites, both foreign and domestic, or at the factory and in the field
• Heat-treat material to proper temperature per BAC specification using heat treat oven
• Employment in this position requires fine finger manipulation, flexion/extension, handling, lifting up to 30 lbs., rotation of head/neck, sitting, standing, walking, contact with metals, plastics and solvents, exposure to noise and atmospheric conditions, and the use of personal safety gear for face/eye, ears and feet
• Obtain appropriate drawings, specification documents and/or sketches, using computing systems (e.g., Bold/Web) to retrieve information if drawings, sketches, and/or documents are not with W/O
• Assist in various types of wind tunnel tests (e.g., Aerodynamic, Flutter and Force)
• Verify current tool certification dates
• Make parts removable and interchangeable from model
• Drill and tap holes in parts for attach bolts and drill and ream holes for dowels
• Obtain assignment/work from lead, supervisor, tie-in book or from ready to work order (W/O) file. Work priority is determined by schedule date on order, or lead/supervisor
• Fabricate parts (e.g., landing gear doors, spoilers, instrumentation panels) from sheet metal using, shear, saw and break form
• Build models to scale, such as aircraft, missiles and engines from various materials (e.g., aluminum, steel, wood and fiberglass)
• Apply finish to model by painting per drawing specifications
• Fabricate and assemble parts/model using hand tools as well as mills and lathes
• Fabricate, assemble, and install pressure and temperature test tubes (e.g., Rake assembly) in models, braze and or epoxy
• Use shop math, geometry, and/or basic trigonometry to calculate dimensions to fabricate parts
• Make adjustments to model during wind tunnel and vacuum chamber testing, work with customer, instrumentation technician, and engineering lab
• Plan and sequence work and perform layout where true views exist
• Shape with files and sanding paper to ensure exact contour, smoothness, fair, weight and scale within tolerance
• Fabricate or repair epoxy resin model or part from mold by applying parting agent, correctly mixing resin and catalyst, make pour
• Handle and dispose of hazardous materials (e.g., lubricants, paints, epoxies, adhesives, and solvents) in approved manner (per Material Safety Data Sheets) using personal protective equipment
• Install test instruments (e.g., balance) into model
• Read W/O and blueprints to determine what has to be done and what types of material will be required to fabricate model (e.g., aluminum, steel, balsa wood, fiberglass)
• Assist in the installation and removal of model in various types and sizes of wind tunnels (e.g., Transonic, Supersonic, Icing, and Low Speed) for testing purposes
• Operate various types of woodworking tools (e.g., Table Saws, Band Saws, Planer, Router)

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options. Some travel will be necessary, as required.

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

The 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.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• 1+ years of experience with spray painting (on the job or in an educational environment)
• Experience with CNC milling
• 1+ years of experience with reading and working from blueprints, sketches and plans
• Experience with precision hand finishing
• 1+ years of experience with drilling, tapping, fitting, forming, sanding and polishing
• 1+ years of experience with conventional lathe, milling, precision measuring, power, pneumatic and hand tools
• Experience with brazing, soldering and/or welding

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.

Work Shift:

This position will be for 1st shift

Union Representation Statement:
This is an hourly position governed by the International Association of Machinists (IAM-751) Collective Bargaining agreement.

Safety Sensitive:

This is a safety-sensitive position and is subject to Department of Transportation (DOT) random drug and alcohol testing.

Other Relevant Information & Requirements:

This is an hourly position governed by the IAM Collective Bargaining agreement.

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.

Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Salary Range - $24.00 - $48.15

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.