Associate Fabrication Specialist Space Launch System Featured

Job Description

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Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) has an exciting opportunity for an Associate Fabrication Specialist to join the Space Launch System (SLS) team in Kennedy Space Center, FL.

This position will support Space Launch System (SLS) Core Stage Integration at NASA’s Vehicle Assembly Building (VAB).

The ideal candidate has experience in one or more of the following: mechanical (tube installations), structural drilling and assembly, electrical (wire harness installation), and/or thermal protective systems application.

Position Responsibilities:

• Performs machine set-up, machining, sheet metal fabrication and extrusion, tube bending and fabrication tasks

• Performs composite lay-up, fabrication and assembly tasks

• Assembles precision mechanical and electro-mechanical components

• Assembles, repairs, modifies and installs various power plants and drive trains

• Performs soldering on electronic and avionics products

• Assembles and installs wire harnesses and avionics products

• Prepares test articles, fixtures and data collection devices to perform various tests

• Performs organic chemical conversion and paint preparation

• Applies organic coatings for corrosion protection and appearance requirements

• Works on complex components and systems using established drawings and requirements

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• 1+ years’ experience in aerospace, fabrication, or manufacturing

• 1+ years’ experience working with powered hand tools or equipment

• Experience with safety process and/or procedures in a manufacturing or operations environment

• Willing to work variable shifts, including weekends and overtime

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Experience working on a NASA Program

• Experience in a clean room environment

• Manufacturing experience in human spaceflight, spaceflight, or aircraft hardware

• Experience in installation and handling of tubes, valves, fittings.

• Experience in Structural assembly with an emphasis on match drilling aluminum, titanium, and composite materials

• Experience with tubing and ducting installation

• Experience and/or coursework in thermal protective systems

• Experience inspecting, fabricating, installing, routing, terminating, soldering, and repairing electrical wiring harnesses; or any variety of electrical components, and associated equipment

Conflict of Interest:

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

NASA Badge

This position requires the ability to obtain access to a National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) facility

Safety Sensitive:

This is a NASA safety-sensitive position and is subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

Shift:

This position is for 1st, 2nd or 3rd shift.

Export Control Requirement:

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.

Work Location:

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

Travel:

Position may require travel up to 10% of the time.

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. 

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: USD$49,300 – $66,700

The Boeing 401(k) helps you save for your future, with contributions from Boeing that can help you grow your retirement savings. Our best-in-class retirement benefit features: 

1. Best in class 401(k) plan: well match your contributions dollar for dollar, up to 10% of eligible pay with immediate 100% vesting 

2. Student Loan Match: The Boeing 401(k) Student Loan Match allows eligible enrolled U.S. employees to have their qualified student loan debt payments counted, along with any match-eligible contributions they make, for purposes of determining the Company Match to employees Boeing 401(k) accounts.  

Applications for this position will be accepted until Mar. 12, 2026

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent 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.