Composite Fabricator C – 90204
Company: Boeing
Location: Mountlake Terrace
Posted on: March 2, 2026
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Job Description:
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 Commercial Airplanes is excited to
offer opportunities for a Composite Fabricator to join our
Fabrication team in Everett and Renton, Washington. As a Composite
Fabricator, you will play a vital role in ensuring the highest
standards of quality and safety in the production of non-metallic
components for our Airplanes. Your expertise will be essential in
fabricating and assembling parts with precision, utilizing various
methods and equipment while adhering to established safety
protocols. You will be responsible for maintaining a safe working
environment, ensuring that all processes meet rigorous quality
specifications. Your attention to detail and commitment to
excellence will directly impact the integrity of our products. You
will play a critical role in upholding our commitment to safety and
quality standards, ensuring that all operations meet regulatory
compliance and operational excellence. If you are detail-oriented,
possess strong technical skills, and thrive in a collaborative
environment, we invite you to apply and be a part of our mission to
deliver excellence in aviation. Position Responsibilities: -
Fabricate, assemble, rework, repair, and finish a variety of
non-metallic parts, tools, and assemblies to specifications using
methods such as layup, foaming, bonding, molding, and drap forming.
- Operate mixers, impregnating equipment, heat treaters, curing
equipment, formers, presses, and ovens according to established
procedures, as well as various cutting equipment for flat pattern
cuts of composite materials. - Collaborate with Manufacturing and
Engineering to provide input on design optimization for
developmental and emergent projects. - Utilize prints, charts,
change notices, sketches, work orders, and engineering drawings to
complete work assignments effectively. - Impregnate materials and
cut fabrics to size using appropriate tools such as knives and
shears. - Hand and machine finish parts to required tolerances,
ensuring proper fit within completed assemblies. - Sand and polish
molds to achieve smooth surfaces and wrap mandrels with impregnated
materials to meet specifications. - Place vacuum bags over wrapped
parts, test for leaks, and seal any identified leaks in pressure
and vacuum bags. - Prepare and apply protective materials,
lacquers, and parting agents to molds, forms, and dies. - Load,
unload, and operate ovens, presses, and pressure bags during the
curing process of parts and assemblies. - Drill, trim, seal,
part-mark, sand, and edge break parts to meet production
requirements. - Select and secure appropriate tools, fixtures, and
equipment to accomplish assigned work. - Use shop mathematics and
precision measuring instruments to ensure accuracy in work
assignments. - Perform Total Preventive Maintenance (TPM) on
equipment, including cleaning, oiling, greasing, and changing
filters to maintain optimal operation. Physical Demands and
Potential Hazards: - Perform physical tasks that include lifting
weights ranging from 10-15 lbs to 15-35 lbs. - Engage in various
movements such as reaching, handling, turning, twisting, lifting,
lowering, climbing, balancing, bending, kneeling, crouching, and
squatting. - Work in environments that may involve contact with
metals, solvents, and coolants. - Operate in proximity to moving
parts and tools, sharp cutters, and potential slipping hazards. -
Adapt to varying noise levels and atmospheric conditions. - Utilize
personal safety gear to protect face/eyes, hands/arms, and feet
while performing job duties. This position is expected to be 100%
onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at
one of the listed location options. This position must meet Export
Control compliance requirements, therefore a “US Person” as defined
by 22 C.F.R. § 120.62 is required. “US Person” includes US Citizen,
lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee Current Boeing
employees working in Puget Sound must submit an Employee Request
Transfer (ERT) to be considered in the eligible candidate pool.
Resumes of current Puget Sound Boeing employees submitted via
Careers at Boeing will not be considered. Basic Qualifications: - 3
months or more reading and interpreting engineering drawings and
specifications (e.g., blueprint/schematic reading, specification,
change, design). - 3 months or more with structure materials and
processes including metals, composites, bonded and bolted joints. -
3 months or more experience accessing a database for details work
instructions. - 3 months or more experience using precision
measuring tools (i.e. micrometers, calipers, depth gauges, etc.). -
3 months or more experience in composite fabrication. - Must be
able to lift, push, pull up to 35 pounds frequently within an 8
hour shift. - Must be able to walk constantly throughout the
workday; stand 6-8 hours per day; climb or work from stairs/steps
up to 8 hours per day; climb ladders; bend and twist frequently up
to six hours per day; squat and kneel. Preferred Qualifications: -
Comfortable working from high/exposed places, tight spaces and
working from ladders. - Ability to work in noisy environments while
completing tasks. Conflict of Interest: Successful candidates for
this position must successfully complete the Company’s Conflict of
Interest (COI) assessment process. Typical Education & Experience:
High school graduate or GED preferred. 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. Union Representation
Statement: This is an hourly position governed by the International
Association of Machinists (IAM-751) Collective Bargaining
agreement. Shift Work Statement: This position is for a variety of
shifts. 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: $24.32/hour, with potential to earn up to $48.90/hour in
accordance with the terms of the relevant collective bargaining
agreement. Applications for this position will be accepted until
Mar. 31, 2026 Language Requirements English Preferred 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.
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