Boeing · 1 week ago
F/A-18 Airframe Field Service Representative - Defense - Kuwait
USA - Hazelwood, MO
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$105K/yr - $141K/yr
5+ years expBoeing Aerospace Operations is seeking a F/A-18 Airframe Field Service Representative to support the F/A-18 program at Ahmed Al Jaber Air Base, Kuwait. This role involves providing technical support and troubleshooting for F/A-18 airframes and systems, as well as leading field support efforts and conducting training.
AerospaceIndustrial
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Provides Support for F/A-18 Airframes and Powerplants Systems to the Kuwaiti Air Force for systems to include but not limited to:
Engine/airframe interface
Control surfaces
Flight control systems including rigging, environmental control systems
Landing and arresting gear
Aircraft structures
Composite repair
Bleed air
Hydraulics
Pneumatics
Onboard oxygen generating system (OBOGS)
Egress systems
Fuels
Corrosion control
Secondary power systems
Leads technical field support of company products
Performs troubleshooting procedures for multiple systems and specialty coverage
Resolves maintenance and operational issues
Monitors product performance and makes recommendations for resolution of potential issues
Analyzes technical data and evaluates maintenance procedures
Develops and conducts ad hoc training
Qualification
Required
Minimum 5 years of experience interpreting engineering drawings, schematics & technical publications
5+ years of experience on F/A-18 Hornet Airframes, Hydraulic and Fuel System
5+ years of experience performing Fault Isolation Troubleshooting on Fuel and Hydraulic Systems
At the sole discretion of leadership, employees must be willing and able (on potentially short notice) to deploy/travel to a variety of locations (domestic and international) and for a variety of deployment durations to meet customer needs. Failure to deploy/travel will be considered as a resignation
At the sole discretion of leadership, must be willing and able to relocate to a variety of locations (domestic and international) to meet customer needs and the statement of work. Failure to relocate will be considered as a resignation
Candidate must be able to obtain a work visa, depending on requirements of the country
Candidate must be able to meet the cultural requirements of the country, as applicable
Employment is contingent on the candidate's ability to satisfy all labor and immigration formalities of the country
Because the candidate selected will be expected to go on an international assignment, the offer will be contingent upon the candidate's ability to obtain clearances from International Health Services and the receipt of a visa/work permit to the country in which he or she will be assigned. These contingencies also apply to any/all family members who may be relocating with the candidate
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
This position requires an active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status
Preferred
Minimum 7 years of experience on F/A-18 E/F is desired
Benefits
Health insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Health savings accounts
Retirement savings plans
Life and disability insurance programs
Programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work
Company
Boeing
Boeing offers commercial, defense airplanes, space, security systems, and global services.
10001+ employees
Funding
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CEO & Executive Communications, Senior Manager
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CEO and Executive Communications
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