Tooling Mechanic - Large Structure Fabrication

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 Test & Evaluation (BT&E) has an exciting opportunity on their team in Berkeley, MO , for a Tooling Mechanic - Large Structure Fabrication.

Position Responsibilities :

Large structure fabrication and assembly is the primary responsibility of this position

Fabricate, maintain, modify, & install various forms of tooling, such as large and small engineering test fixtures, fabrication equipment, etc. in collaboration with engineering design teams

Utilize manual equipment to fabricate or modify various tooling components (Examples : Marvel saw, surface grinder, drill press, etc.)

Other responsibilities to include : Blueprint Reading, Tooling Inspection, 3D Model Interrogation, Machining, Welding, Laser Tracking

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at the listed location.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills / Experience) :

1+ years’ experience in large structure fabrication, ironworking, or as a millwright

High school diploma or GED

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills / Experience) :

3+ years of experience ironworking or working in a structure or tool fabrication environment

Experience with safe heavy load lifting via forktrucks, mobile or overhead cranes

Certificate or Degree or Technical Trade School Certificate (Or appropriate apprenticeship completion)

Experience with Verisurf software

Experience using manual inspection and CPU driven equipment such Laser Trackers

Drug Free Workplace :

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace (DFW) 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 :

This is an hourly position governed by the International Association of Machinists (IAM 837) Collective Bargaining agreement.

New Hires, as well as employees who transfer from non-union positions, may be required to attend some type of training upon their start. All new employees, rehires without seniority or transfers from outside of IAM 837 jurisdiction, shall be regarded as probationary during their first one hundred twenty (120) calendar days of employment.  Continued employment is contingent upon successful completion of the probationary period

Shift :

This role could be for 1st or 3rd shift; however, the selected candidate must be able to work any shift to support program objectives.

Pay & Benefits :

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 Range : $27.00 / hour - $53.27 / hour

Applications for this position will be accepted until Jan. 12, 2026

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 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.