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Entry-Level Aircraft Machinist
Boeing Company · 🇺🇸 USA - Mesa, AZ
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- Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 72 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 7 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
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- No salary bar for this routeH-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area. Cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level. Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/29/2025-23853/weighted-selection-process-for-registrants-and-petitioners-seeking-to-file-cap-subject-h-1b, rules effective 2026-02-27.
- Security clearance mentionedFrom the posting’s own wording.
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The US Department of Labor certified 72 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 7 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
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About the role
Entry-Level Aircraft Machinist Company: The Boeing Company Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) has an exciting opportunity for an Entry-Level Aircraft Machinist to join the Air Dominance Operations team working in the Advanced Composite Fabrication Center (ACFC) located in Mesa, AZ. This position will require strong teamwork and communication skills to effectively work with the build team to support various proprietary programs. Ideal candidates will possess strong leadership skills and the ability to adapt to a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Position Responsibilities: • CNC machine operations (Trim and Drill) • Water-Jet machining operations (Trim) • Ultrasonic core carving and composite machining • Fabricate, modify, and repair metallic or composite production and aircraft parts and assemblies using manual or CNC mills, lathes, jig bores and grinders. • Identify nonconforming parts and assemblies and processes. • Work with engineering to improve manufacturing processes. • Set up and use a variety of precision measuring instruments such as dial indicators, micrometers, protractors, calipers, bore gages, and other related close tolerance measuring equipment. • Develop layouts required to fabricate machined parts. Plans sequence of operations; makes calculations for tapers, angles pitch root and thread diameters dimensions, and cuts. • Set up equipment such as lathes, milling machines, grinders and drill presses; determines proper tool sequence for machining prototype detail parts. • Ensure all work is free of Foreign Object Debris (FOD) and complies with engineering specifications. • Report all non-conformances to supervision. • Follow all safety procedures and report unsafe conditions to safety officials or supervision. • Reports on job status and restraints to coworkers and supervision. • Recommend design changes to engineering and manufacturing staff. Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience): • Ability to obtain a Secret security clearance • Must have High School Diploma/GED or equivalent • Must have experience with CNC machine operations or an equivalent combination of education and experience. • Available to work any shift (1st or 2nd shift) Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience): • Active DoD Secret security clearance • Experience with setup and operation of CNC machine operations (Trim and Drill) • Experience with setup and operation of Water-jet machining operations (Trim) • Experience with setup and operation of Ultrasonic core carving and composite machining Conflict Of Interest: • Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest assessment process Travel: • This position requires travel up to 10% of the time Shift: • 1st Shift & 2nd Shift 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 : Level A USD $45,050 - $60,950 Level B USD $54,400 - $73,600