Entry-Level Fabrication Specialist

About the Role

The Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) organization is seeking Entry-Level Fabrication Specialists to join the Phantom Works Operations Team in Mesa, AZ. This position requires strong teamwork and communication skills to support proprietary programs in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop lay-up and assembly set-ups and techniques for composite structural fabrication.
• Set up and troubleshoot composite parts for assembly or layup.
• Assemble, lay up, or support the fabrication of parts and components.
• Identify nonconforming detail parts, assemblies, and processes.
• Work with engineering to improve manufacturing processes.
• Fabricate composite detail parts using pre-preg composite materials and/or wet layup processes.
• Locate station lines, index points, and E.O.P lines for ply installations and component placement.
• Assemble and install detail composite and metallic components by bonding, sealing, cementing, and riveting.
• Set up, weigh, mix, and apply composite adhesives per specifications.
• Prep and apply required release agents to composite tooling.
• Maintain working knowledge of composite material bonding best practices, FOD control, and prevention.
• Perform material preparation, photomask fabrication, screen setup and development, printing, visual inspection, QA testing, packaging, cleaning, and teardown/setup.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Ability to obtain a Secret security clearance.
• Must be able to work any shift (1st or 2nd shift).
• Ability to work in an environment with solvents.
• Manual dexterity.
• Attention to detail in process steps.
• Self-motivation/strong work ethic.
• Good communication skills.
• Constructive collaboration with teams.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent required.
• Experience interpreting and working from blueprints, sketches, and written and verbal instructions (in English).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active Secret Security Clearance.
• Experience working in a manufacturing or production environment.

Additional Information

• This position requires U.S. Citizenship for security clearance and program access.
• A final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.
• Employer will not sponsor for employment visa status.
• This position is located in Mesa, Arizona.
• Relocation assistance is not provided.
• Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.