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Boeing Company

Senior Flight Readiness Technician (Level C or D)

USA - Edwards AFB, CA Posted today

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Sponsorship verdict

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The posting rules out sponsorship or requires citizenship or security clearance.

  • 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.
  • Security clearance mentionedFrom the posting’s own wording.
  • Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
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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.

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

Senior Flight Readiness Technician (Level C or D) Company: The Boeing Company Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Flight Readiness Technician (Level C or D) to support our T-7 Operations Team at Edwards Air Force Base, CA . The T-7 Flight Readiness Technician will perform routine final component installation and verification, as well as systems operational functional validation testing. Flight Readiness Technicians perform rework, modification, maintenance, preflight and post-flight checks for delivery, and troubleshooting. Position Responsibilities: • Identifies problems and coordinates follow up communication with support organizations for problem resolution • Provides technical support in problem identification for pre-flight and post-flight checks, inspect and document non-conformance with high complexity • Performs inspections of flight test installations and aircraft functional testing • Inspects pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical and avionics systems to isolate mechanical and/or electrical/electronic faults and documents faulty components • Conducts pre-flight and post-flight checks and performs inspections of maintenance and modification actions • Resolves identified problems during operation and testing of deliverable products • Verifies the accuracy of work performed • Assists in performing system & sub-system pre-delivery inspections and aircraft maintenance in preparation for delivery • Plans, schedules and arranges daily activities with the assistance of lead • Work is reviewed upon completion for adequacy in meeting objectives 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 requires the Ability to Obtain U.S. Secret – Interim Pre-Start & Final Post Start which the US Government requires US Citizenship. Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience): • Must have the ability to obtain a security clearance • Must be able to work 1st or 2nd shift • 3+ years of Aerospace, Fabrication, or Manufacturing experience • 3+ years of avionics and/or electrical experience • 3 years’ experience with live aircraft systems and flight operations Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience): • Active Security Clearance • FAA Airframe & Powerplant license. • Familiar with Boeing Production System • Airline / MRO / Overhaul experience • Experience with computing & operating systems • Experience with AFTO 781 forms and IMDS • Experience as a Flight Line Expeditor or Pro Super 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 .  Additional Information: This position requires travel up to 10% of the time Shift: The candidate must be able to work 1st or 2nd shift Relocation: This position is located in a location that does not offer relocation.  Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense 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 m

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