Flight Readiness Technician Inspector Hot

Job Description

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Boeing Commercial Airplanes (BCA) is looking for an Experienced Flight Readiness Technician Inspectors (FRTI) to support the Flight Line Quality Family based out of North Charleston, South Carolina.

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.

• 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.

• Verifies the accuracy of work performed and may conduct

• Assists in performing system & sub-system pre-delivery inspections and aircraft maintenance inspections in preparation for delivery.

• 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.

• Must maintain all necessary certifications to perform the job.

• Exhibits Boeing Behaviors.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

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

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

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

• 3+ years of flight line operations experience.

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

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

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

• 787 Program Experience.

• Foreign Object Debris (FOD) risk experience.

• Team Leadership (Formal/Informal) experience.

• 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.).

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.

This is a safety-sensitive position and is subject to Department of Transportation (DOT) random drug and alcohol testing.

Shift:

This position is for variable shift. Variable shift means you will be placed on a shift at the time of hire based on business needs at that time. You will remain on that shift until re-evaluation of the need.

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: $75,600 - $79,800

Applications for this position will be accepted until Oct. 13, 2025

Export Control Requirements: This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.
Export Control Details: US based job, US Person required

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

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.