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Quality Assembly Mechanic - Nondestructive Test (NDT) Technician
Boeing Company · 🇺🇸 USA - Berkeley, MO
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Posting rules out sponsorship
The posting rules out sponsorship or requires citizenship/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. USCIS also records 7 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
- 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. 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 roles5 certified filings for “Manufacturing Engineer (Assembly and Installation)” (Industrial Engineers) in WA: $144k–$150k, median $145k. Most were filed at wage level IV (100%) — 4 lottery entries, ≈61% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).
- Security clearance mentionedFrom the posting’s own wording.
- Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
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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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
Quality Assembly Mechanic - Nondestructive Test (NDT) Technician Company: Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) has exciting opportunities for Assembly Mechanic – Non-destructive Test in Berkeley, MO! Join our dynamic and supportive Quality team! In this role, you will conduct Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) on aerospace products using cutting edge methods including Magnetic Particle (MT) and Liquid Penetrant (PT). You will work with digital and automated inspection systems in an aerospace environment aligned with industry standards and regulations. Opportunities for rapid skill growth and progress depending on performance. Employees will be required to obtain Boeing NDT certification and pass a vision exam. Failure to achieve or maintain certification requirements may lead to termination of employment. Candidates must have documented evidence of NDT education and/or OJT hours in PT and/or MT available for Boeing Level 3 review. Work Environment : • May be exposed to noise, dust, fumes, airborne particles, smoke (not over OSHA permissible exposure levels). • Safety training and equipment are provided by Boeing in accordance with applicable laws, industry standards, and company policies. • Will be required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) applicable to the testing method being used. • Able and willing to stand 90% of the time, stoop, bend, stretch, and engage in awkward positioning. • Able to lift up to 35 lbs. Position Responsibilities : • Performs setup for specialized non-destructive test or measurement equipment. • Develops procedures and processes. • Performs tests or inspections and collects data. • Documents, analyzes and communicates results and assists with corrective action recommendations. • Provides feedback on adverse trends. • Responsible for non-destructive testing and acceptance of repairs to company products. • Conducts certification preparation training, capable of providing the necessary guidance to Trainees and Level I NDT certified personnel. • Ability to effectively communicate both written and verbal. This position requires the ability to obtain a US Security Clearance for which the US Government requires US Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. secret clearance Post Start is required This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at the listed location option. Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience) : • High school diploma or equivalent • Formal, documented hours of NDT training/experience or military equivalent (32 hours of formal training (16 hours in magnetic particle and 16 hours in dye penetrant) • 1+ year of experience working with magnetic particle and fluorescent dye penetrant Nondestructive Testing • Experience with Microsoft Office Products like Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, and Word Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience ) : • Formalized NDT Training and experience including a minimum of Level II Certification or military equivalent in Magnetic or Penetrant • 1+ year of experience conducting aerospace inspection • Experience working with Magnetic Particle Bench method • 3+ years of experience working with magnetic particle and fluorescent dye penetrant Nondestructive Testing Conflict of Interest: Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process Relocation : This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility. 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 role may be on first, second or third shift; however, ther