Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

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

This position will support Orbital Tube Welding for SLS Core Stage Integration at NASA’s Vehicle Assembly Building (VAB).

Position Responsibilities:

• Performs fit-up and trims of tubes per specifications for best fit

• Welds tubes and fittings together using Orbital Tube Welding process

• Assembles and installs flight hardware on vehicle

• Locates and drills secondary structure during assembly

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

• Assembles precision mechanical and electro-mechanical components

• 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

• 3+ years’ experience in Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW)

• Experience following manufacturing disciplines on spaceflight or aircraft systems (General Fabrication or Orbital welding)

• Experience operating an automated welding machine that welds a variety of metals

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

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

• Able to work any shift based on the needs of the operation

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Experience with orbital tube welding

• Experience working on a NASA Program

• Training/education from an accredited welding institute/training center

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

• Experience in a clean room environment

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.

NASA Badge

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

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 $57,800 – $78,200

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: 

Best in class 401(k) plan: we'll match your contributions dollar for dollar, up to 10% of eligible pay with immediate 100% vesting  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 Nov. 26, 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

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 1st 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.