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Entry-Level Fabrication Specialist

Mesa, Arizona Job ID JR2026490285 Category Manufacturing Role Type Onsite Post Date Jan. 14, 2026
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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 Defense, Space & Security (BDS) organization is seeking experienced Entry-LevelFabrication Specialist in areas such as GFM (Ply cutter), automated fiber placement, autoclave, composite hand lay-up, and paint working in the Composite Center of Excellence (CCOE) located in Mesa, AZ.

This position will require strong teamwork and communication skills to effectively work with the build team to support various programs. Ideal candidates will possess strong leadership skills and the ability to adapt to a fast-paced manufacturing environment. 

Position Responsibilities:

  • Develops lay-up and assembly set-ups and techniques for the fabrication of composite structural and assemblies.

  • Sets up and troubleshoots composite parts for assembly or layup.

  • Assembles, lays up, inspects, repairs, trims, and other processes the fabrication of parts and components. Identify nonconforming detail parts, assemblies and processes. Work with engineering to improve manufacturing processes.

  • Fabricate composite detail parts using various pre-prep composite materials and/or wet layup processes. Locate station lines, index points, and E.O.P lines to establish exact locations of ply installations and components.

  • Assemble and install detail composite components by bonding, sealing, cementing, and forming to engineering specifications.

  • Set up, weigh, mix and apply composite adhesives per engineering and company specifications.

  • Prep and apply required release agents to composite prototype and or production tooling per company specifications.

  • Working knowledge of composite material bonding best practices, FOD control and prevention.

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

Must be able to work any shift

These positions 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.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

  • Must have High School Diploma/GED or equivalent

  • 1 or more years of experience in Composites

  • Must have experience interpreting and working from blueprints, sketches, and written and verbal instructions in English

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • Experience with Composite Inspection & Repair

  • Experience with Composite Trimming

  • Knowledge of organic chemical processes (such as top-coating, priming, surface cleaning, painting)

  • Experience using hand tools and/or hand-held power tools

Shift:

1st Shift (Candidate must be flexible to work any shift)

Relocation:

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Drug Free Workplace:

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.

Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only.  Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations

Salary Range:

Level A $35,000 to $62,000

Applicants must apply before January 17th, 2026 to be considered for this position


Applications for this position will be accepted until Jan. 17, 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

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent 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 1st 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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