Gas Turbine Engine Inspector - 56608

Boeing Commercial Airplanes is excited to offer opportunities for a Gas Turbine Engine Inspector to join our Quality team in Renton, Washington. 

As an Inspector for Electrical & Electronic Sub Assembly, you will embark on an exciting journey where precision meets innovation in the aerospace industry. This dynamic role places you at the forefront of ensuring the highest quality standards for critical electrical and electronic components. You will utilize advanced inspection techniques and cutting-edge technology to identify and resolve potential issues, all while collaborating with a talented team of professionals. Please note that this position may require foreign and domestic travel, working under adverse conditions with minimal support, and the ability to fit through a 9.5” x 17.7” opening. Additionally, you may work on elevated platforms up to 115 feet off the ground and in confined spaces at various plants and shifts. 

You will play a critical role in upholding our commitment to safety and quality standards, ensuring that all operations meet regulatory compliance and operational excellence. If you are detail-oriented, possess strong technical skills, and thrive in a collaborative environment, we invite you to apply and be a part of our mission to deliver excellence in aviation. 

Position Responsibilities:  

• Obtain appropriate drawings, specifications, or digital media using computing systems to retrieve necessary information for inspections. 

• Operate precision measuring instruments to perform various inspections, including area measurements and engine wear monitoring. 

• Utilize flexible fiber optic and video imaging equipment, such as borescopes, to inspect internal engine components and aircraft systems for anomalies. 

• Maintain inspection equipment and coordinate repairs as required to ensure optimal functionality. 

• Coordinate inspections with fire and rescue teams for flightline permits as necessary. 

• Assist with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) conformity inspections as requested. 

• Indicate Quality Assurance (QA) acceptance on appropriate paperwork or online systems, processing documentation as required. 

• Identify and document non-conformance items, recording results and processing paperwork per Quality Assurance procedures. 

• Route parts and assemblies with the appropriate paperwork to Material Review Segregation Areas (MRSA) and other designated areas. 

• Process non-conforming parts and assemblies according to Material Review Board dispositions, consistent with Quality Operating Instructions (QOI). 

• Interface with other organizations, such as suppliers and engineering, to provide clarification and additional information as needed. 

• Maintain personal and tool certifications to ensure compliance with industry standards. 

• Handle, use, and dispose of hazardous materials in an approved manner, following safety regulations. 

• Assist other employees by providing information and answering questions regarding functions, methods, and procedures. 

• Perform Gas Turbine Engine Inspections using Aircraft Maintenance Manuals (AMM) and provide inspection reports and documentation to customers upon request. 

• Document conforming and non-conforming conditions using digital pictures and video, processing and archiving media as required. 

• Initiate and document any nonconforming materials or assemblies according to specifications and procedures. 

• Conduct audits and surveillance of manufacturing and quality assurance processes to ensure compliance with specifications. 

• Plan and arrange the sequence of work operations, working from engineering drawings and specifications. 

• Retrieve Foreign Object Damage (FOD) and lost tools using remote visual inspection equipment. 

• Verify part numbers and serial numbers, ensuring correct installation of parts using remote visual inspection equipment. 

Physical Demands and Potential Hazards: 

• Perform physical tasks that include lifting weights ranging from 10-15 lbs. to 15-35 lbs. 

• Engage in various movements such as reaching, handling, turning, twisting, lifting, lowering, climbing, balancing, bending, kneeling, crouching, and squatting. 

• Work in environments that may involve contact with metals, solvents, and coolants. 

• Operate in proximity to moving parts and tools, sharp cutters, and potential slipping hazards. 

• Adapt to varying noise levels and atmospheric conditions. 

• Utilize personal safety gear to protect face/eyes, hands/arms, and feet while performing job duties.  

Basic Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience performing quality inspections on machined parts and mechanical assemblies.                                                           

• Experience determining if defects/discrepancies exist by obtaining information from multiple sources, (e.g., drawings, specifications).

• Ability to complete Fall Protection Training.

• Ability to work in confined spaces and fit through a 9.5” x 17.7”oval opening.

• Hold a current valid driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in aerospace.

• 2+ years of quality experience.

• ASQ certification.

• Ability to travel 10-20% of the time.

Total Rewards & Pay Transparency: 

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: $31.00 – $54.24