Flight Readiness Technician

Job Description

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Boeing Commercial Airplanes (BCA) is looking for Flight Readiness Technician Inspectors (FRTI) to support the Flight Line Quality Family based out of San Antonio, Texas on variable shift.

As an FRTI supporting Boeing 787 Fleet, qualified candidates will verify and inspect routine final component installation, as well as support system operational functional validation testing. Flight Readiness Technicians Inspectors verify and inspect rework, modification, maintenance, preflight and post-flight checks for delivery, including, supporting troubleshooting pre and post-flight checks and verification of maintenance and modification actions for delivery of aircraft.  Candidates must demonstrate a commitment to aircraft safety and quality while working in a flight line environment around live aircraft.

Position Responsibilities:

• Performs verification and inspection of flight component installation and operational functional testing of aircraft systems.

• Inspects and verifies troubleshooting of pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical and avionics systems to isolate mechanical and/or faults and documents faulty components.

• Perform conformity and compliance inspections and assess airplane build status including parts or sub-assemblies and airplane build records.

• Prepare conformity packages and initiate 8130-9 forms

• Support audits, investigations, and ensure compliance to engineering specifications and FAA regulations

• Conducts inspection of pre-flight and post-flight checks and performs inspections of maintenance and modification prior to delivery.

• Supports documentation of identified problems during operation and testing of deliverable products.

• Participates in determining details of assignments to accomplish a wide range of objectives. 

• Plans, schedules and arranges own activities with the assistance of lead.

• Inspects, documents, and creates non-conformance records with minimal assistance and maintains a detailed and accurate inspection records.

• Segregates and controls non-conforming items

• Must maintain all necessary certifications to perform the job.

• Exhibits Boeing Behaviors.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• 1+ years of Aerospace, Fabrication, or Manufacturing experience.

• 1+ years of experience in quality inspection and/or auditing.

• 1+ years of flight line operations experience.

• 1+ years of experience using Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

• Must be able to work any shift including days, nights and weekends.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Experience with FAA Conformity and Compliance Inspections

• Experience in creating conformity packages and initiating FAA form 8130-9’s

• 3+ years of 787 Program AND Velocity Experience

• 3+ years flight line experience

• 3+ years of equivalent education and/or experience strongly preferred

• FAA Airframe & Power Plant license or signed FAA Form 8610-2.

• Proficient in REDARS, PSDS, and BAC specifications.

• Proficient in all forms of NCR (Non-Conformance Record) and EPD (Emergent Process Document) generation (NC/NCR/RGEN/PU/SAT/SRR/PU or RGEN Revision etc.).

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Shift:   This position is variable shift (4th shift), meaning you will be placed on a shift at time of hire based on business needs. You will remain on that shift until re-evaluation. 

Conflict of Interest:

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

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.

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: $73,950 – $100,050

Applications for this position will be accepted until Apr. 22, 2026

Export Control Requirements:

This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Export Control Details:

US based job, US Person required

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.

Experience Level
Individual Contributor
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.