Tooling Mechanic-Phantom Works

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.

The Boeing Company is looking for Phantom Works Tooling Mechanics in Berkeley, MO!

Phantom Works Tooling Mechanic encompasses all of the duties of the following job classifications: Tool & Die Maker, Machinist, Mock-up and Tooling Mechanic.

Duties may also include some assembly including: Sub-Assembly, Aircraft Production Mechanic, Electrical Mechanic, Sheet Metal Assembler, and Composite experience. Flight mechanic, Flight Operations Mechanic or Painter. You would also be a fantastic candidate if you have a background in wood working, Bosch, and Metal Fabrication.

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

Security Clearance and Export Control Requirements:

This position requires the ability to obtain a US Security Clearance for which the US Government requires US Citizenship. An Interim U.S secret clearance Prestart and final U.S. secret clearance Post Start is required and ability to obtain Special Program Access or other Government Access Requirements

Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:

• Composite fabrication, layup, drill, and repair

• Assemble precision assemblies, set up and operate ream fixtures to drill, ream, counter sink, spot face, hone and bore for mating major assemblies.

• Assemble a variety of prototype assemblies ranging from tool fixtures to other assets with minimal engineering guidance

• Perform engineering test of production parts and equipment in collaboration with mechanical design, industrial engineering and production operations.

• Partner with design to modify and fabricate tools, parts and build prototype tooling. Periodically inspect tools for repair.

• Develop, prepare, and maintain all documentation related to design, fabrication, and manufacturing of engineering test and production tooling and equipment and associated calibration test and equipment.

• Bench assemble electrical or electronic components into assemblies and systems before methods and procedures have been established.

• Machine new and replacement parts for precision-built tools and machine parts.

• Painting, fill/fair, and special coatings application

• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• 1+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment

• Experience with aircraft structural parts fabrication, assembly processes and procedures

• Ability to work any shift

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Associate’s Degree and/or equivalent trade school certificate and/or equivalent military experience

• High school graduate or GED

• Experience with 5-Axis and 3-Axis NC/CNC Milling Machine

• Experience with Aircraft Electrical Systems

• Experience with CAD/CAM software

• Experience with Aircraft Electrical Systems

• Experience with production systems including engineering, planning, logistics, tooling, test equipment, support equipment, functional test or flight

• Experience with tool engineering, including machining and assembly fixtures

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. 

Additional Information:

• The selected candidate must be able to work any shift, as assigned.

• This is an hourly position governed by the IAM 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.

• Must be able to obtain a security clearance

Total Rewards:

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/Hourly- $53.27/Hourly

Applications for this position will be accepted until Jan. 20, 2026

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

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. This position requires ability to obtain program access, for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship only.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

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.

Experience Level
Hourly
Contingent Upon Program Award
No, this position is not contingent upon program award

Schedule
Full time

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.