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<p>At Boeing, we are all innovators on a mission to connect, protect, explore and inspire. From the sea bed to outer space, youll learn and grow, contributing to work that shapes the world. Find your future with us.</p><p><p>Boeings Defense, Space and Security currently has openings for Aerospace Technicians (Fabrication Specialists).These positions are with the Boeing Exploration Launch Systems supporting production of the NASA SLS Core Stage and are based at the NASA Michoud Assembly Facility in New Orleans, Louisiana.</p><p><p>Boeing and NASA are building the world's largest rocket for human exploration of deep space. The Space Launch System (SLS) provides a critical heavy-lift capability, powering people and cargo beyond our moon and into deep space to enable diverse exploration, science and security missions.</p><p><p>Boeing is the prime contractor for the design, development, test and production of the massive core stage, and development of the avionics.</p><p><p><b>Position Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li>Performs advanced, specialized or prototype production operations of major space structures.</li><li>Utilizes predetermined setups and operating methods, adjust and simultaneously operate a variety of numerically controlled and/or conventional equipment capable of performing various functions such as, but not limited to, forming, bonding, welding, machining, drilling, cutting, robotic and otherwise automated and/or manual assembly.</li><li>Performs all tasks involved in the preparation, set up and operation of thermal processing tools and equipment.</li><li>Interprets standard work instructions, charts, tables, blueprints, formulas, sketches, verbal and electronic orders, job layouts, etc, to accomplish assigned work.</li><li>Ensure that all equipment is used in accordance with established safety and operating procedures.</li><li>Diagnose and correct malfunctions occurring in machining and/or assembly process.</li><li>Performs necessary drilling, riveting, assembly or subassembly, including bonding and sealing as required.</li><li>Use any and all precision measuring instruments, gauges, tools, etc. necessary to check machine readiness and to check completed parts for finish, dimensions and conformance to quality requirements.</li><li>Perform all tasks involved in the coordination, preparation, and movement of material and tools.</li><li>Maintains necessary certifications, licenses and permits as required for assigned work.</li><li>Work with engineering, planning, research engineers, etc. to originate and develop new procedures, techniques and production aids to facility equipment operations and to support design and implementation of new products.<p></li></ul><p><b>Work Authorization:</b></p><p><p>This 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.</p><p><p><b>Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):</b></p><ul><li>High School Diploma or GED.</li><li>Ability to travel 10%</li><li>Experience or training in reading and interpreting drawings or blueprints.</li><li>Ability to work variable shift</li><li>Ability to perform necessary drilling, riveting, assembly or subassembly, including bonding and sealing as required.</li><li>Ability and experience leading tasks</li><li>Ability to ascend and descend vertical work ladders, work in confined spaces, and lift loads of approximately 35 pounds</li><li>Minimum of 1 years of experience in aerospace, fabrication, or manufacturing</li><li>Minimum of 1 years of mechanical or electrical experience<p><p></li></ul><p><b>Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):</b></p><ul><li>Previous experience with NASA and/or other aerospace customers<p></li></ul><p><b>Typical Education/Experience:</b></p><ul><li>High School Diploma/GED </li></ul><p><p><b>Relocation:</b></p><ul><li>Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.</li></ul><p><p><b>Shift Work Statement:</b></p><ul><li>This position is for variable shift</li></ul><p><p><b>Safety Sensitive Statement:</b></p><ul><li>This is a sensitive/safety-sensitive position and is subject to NASA (DOT) random drug and alcohol testing.</li></ul><p><p><b>Drug Free Workplace:</b></p><p>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.</p><p><p><b>Diversity and Inclusion:</b></p><p>At Boeing, diversity, equity, and inclusion are enduring company values. We strive to live these values every day not only because its the right thing to do, but because our success depends on it. The companys commitment to diversity and inclusion means providing a work environment for all employees that is welcoming, respectful and equitable, with opportunities for personal and professional development.</p>