Decorative Interior Repairperson - 1604

Job Description
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Boeing Commercial Airplanes is excited to offer opportunities for a Decorative Interior Repairperson to become part of our Join and Installation team in Everett, Washington.
As a Decorative Interior Repairperson, you will be essential in ensuring that our aircraft interiors meet the highest standards of quality and safety. Your expertise will be vital in identifying and documenting any visible defects during thorough inspections, allowing you to execute precise repairs on interior trim and furnishings. By utilizing detailed specifications and prints, you will ensure that all materials used are appropriate and effective for the aircraft. Additionally, you will be required to pass an eye examination for color perception to ensure optimal performance in your role. Your meticulous approach will involve disassembling components, cleaning surfaces, and applying various finishes to achieve a flawless appearance. Collaboration with engineering and planning teams will be key as you address any challenges that arise, ensuring that all repairs conform to established procedures and specifications.
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 work assignments from the team leader or review relevant paperwork to determine tasks.
• Perform walk-through inspections of aircraft interiors to identify and document visible defects for repair.
• Make repairs to interior trim and furnishings using materials such as plastics, vinyl, and metal, and remove stains or scratches.
• Use prints, specifications, and documents necessary to accomplish work effectively.
• Obtain and verify kitted repair supplies, ensuring color combinations are suitable for the aircraft.
• If supplies are not pre-picked, gather specified materials from storage areas as outlined in installation plans or non-conformance records. Disassemble defective interior trim parts using hand tools and clean surfaces prior to applying new materials.
• Apply potting compounds, primers, adhesives, and special finishes as required by specifications and work orders.
• Fit and assemble detail components to repaired parts according to specifications and drawings.
• Paint or touch up repair areas using appropriate tools to achieve the desired finish, including mixing and matching paint as needed.
• Rework materials per engineering specifications and incorporate changes as needed, including leather repairs and touch-ups.
• Remove marks and scratches from metal surfaces using appropriate tools and techniques.
• Seal edges of repair areas with color-matched sealant as required.
• Consult with engineering, planning, and inspection on job-related issues and contact team leaders or supervisors when assistance is needed.
• Document repairs identified by other mechanics and maintain personal certifications as required.

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.

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.
This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a "US Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.62 is required. "US Person" includes US Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee
Current Boeing employees working in Puget Sound must submit an Employee Request Transfer (ERT) to be considered in the eligible candidate pool. Resumes of current Puget Sound Boeing employees submitted via Careers at Boeing will not be considered.
Basic Qualifications:

• 1+ years of experience working with vinyl repair, composites/non metallics material repairs within automotive or related industries
• 1 + years of experience using hand tools and/or hand-held power tools.
• Experience applying and evaluating decorative paint/ink for color match.
• Ability to wear eye, hearing, foot, hand, respirator and other personal protective equipment/safety gear at all time.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1+ years of experience with aerospace or automotive spray painting.
• Experience working with detailed work instructions or reading and interpreting blueprints and drawings.
• Experience with touch-up painting.
• Enrollment in a Boeing partnered manufacturing related high school, community and technical college academic program.

Conflict of Interest:
Successful candidates for this position must successfully complete the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
Typical Education & Experience:
High school graduate or GED preferred.
Relocation:

• Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.

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.
Union Representation Statement:
This is an hourly position governed by the International Association of Machinists (IAM-751) Collective Bargaining agreement.
Shift Work Statement:

• This position is for a variety of shifts

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: $24.32 per hour with potential to earn up to $48.58 per hour in accordance with the terms of the relevant collective bargaining agreement.
Applications for this position will be accepted until Aug. 01, 2026
Language Requirements
English Preferred
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 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.