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Boeing Company

Tooling Mechanic - Large Structure Fabrication

USA - Berkeley, MO Posted today

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Sponsorship verdict

Sponsorship possible

One solid signal, not two. Worth applying, and worth asking about sponsorship early.

  • 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.
  • The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
  • 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.
  • What Boeing Company paid sponsored hires in similar roles3 certified filings for “Structure and Payload Design Engineer” (Aerospace Engineers) in SC: $111k–$151k, median $151k.
  • Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
Details and sources
Employer is on a government sponsor record
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. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
No salary bar for this route
H-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.
What Boeing Company paid sponsored hires in similar roles
3 certified filings for “Structure and Payload Design Engineer” (Aerospace Engineers) in SC: $111k–$151k, median $151k. Most were filed at wage level IV (67%) — 4 lottery entries, ≈61% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. The pay stated here ($30.00/hour) is below what this employer usually pays sponsored hires for this role. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).

US H-1B: cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level — Level I gets 1 entry, Level IV gets 4 (DHS projected selection odds ≈15% at Level I to ≈61% at Level IV). Universities and non-profit research employers are cap-exempt. The $100,000 fee for new petitions from abroad is currently blocked by a court order (appeal pending).

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About the role

Tooling Mechanic - Large Structure Fabrication Company: The Boeing Company Boeing Test & Evaluation (BT&E) has an exciting opportunity on their team in Berkeley, MO , for a Tooling Mechanic - Large Structure Fabrication. Position Responsibilities: • Large structure fabrication and assembly is the primary responsibility of this position • Fabricate, maintain, modify, & install various forms of tooling, such as large and small engineering test fixtures, fabrication equipment, etc. in collaboration with engineering design teams • Utilize manual equipment to fabricate or modify various tooling components (Examples: Marvel saw, surface grinder, drill press, etc.) • Other responsibilities to include: Blueprint Reading, Tooling Inspection, 3D Model Interrogation, Machining, Welding, Laser Tracking This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at the listed location. Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience): • 1+ years’ experience in large structure fabrication, ironworking, or as a millwright • High school diploma or GED Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience): • 3+ years of experience ironworking or working in a structure or tool fabrication environment • Experience with safe heavy load lifting via forktrucks, mobile or overhead cranes • Certificate or Degree or Technical Trade School Certificate (Or appropriate apprenticeship completion) • Experience with Verisurf software • Experience using manual inspection and CPU driven equipment such Laser Trackers Additional Information: • The selected candidate must be able to work any shift, as assigned. • This is an hourly position governed by the IAM Collective Bargaining agreement. • New Hires, as well as employees who transfer from non-union positions, may be required to attend some type of training upon their start. Once any required training has been completed all new employees will be considered on probation for a period of one hundred twenty (120) calendar days. Continued employment is contingent upon successful completion of any required training and the probationary period. Conflict of Interest: Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process 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 .  Shift: ·         This position requires candidates to work any shift depending on business needs Relocation: ·         This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility Employee Referral: ·         Referral to this job is eligible for bonus Typical Education / Experience: ·         High school graduate or GED. Prefer a minimum of one (1) or more years of related work experience. 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 mark

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