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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 (BDS) is currently looking for **Test and Evaluation Lab Technician** to join our team at Starfire Optical Range in **Kirtland AFB, NM** supporting the Air Force Research Lab in their advancement of Space Domain Awareness capabilities using ground-based telescopes.

Starfire Optical Range is a world class research facility with recognized achievements in adaptive optics, enabled by the quality, enthusiasm, and dedication of our entire team. Our team consists of engineers and technicians in all disciplines required to plan, design, integrate, and test complex optical, electronic, laser systems to achieve research objectives.

Our team is currently hiring for a broad range of experience levels including mid-level, lead, or senior level technicians.

Position Responsibilities:

+ Assists engineers and senior technicians with efforts such as optical alignment

+ Serve as a crew member for tests, being trained in optics and lasers, telescope operator, camera operator, or atmospheric operator

+ Participates in test design and performs routine procurement, fabrication and assembly of components, test fixtures and test systems

+ Maintains labs to Air Force standards for Precision Measurement Equipment Laboratory (PMEL), HAZMAT, ESD, property, and equipment maintenance

+ Facilitates systems integration, fabrication and modification; supports system pre-test setup, integration, checkout, and posttest tear-down

+ Troubleshoots and recommends resolution of basic laboratory and test-related problems

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

+ 4+ years of experience in engineering technician, construction or facilities maintenance disciplines

+ 4+ years of experience working with powered hand tools or equipment

+ Willing to work variable shifts; including days, evenings, nights and weekends

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

+ 7+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

+ 10+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

+ 6+ years of experience operating complex computer-based analysis or control systems

+ U.S. Top Secret/SCI Clearance

+ Experience with high power lasers

+ Experience with optical alignment techniques

+ Experience with electronics/electrical systems

+ Experience with mechanical systems

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 _._

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 several 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 for mid-level (level 3): $55,250 - $74,750

Summary pay range for lead (level 4): $63,750 - $86,250

Summary pay range for senior (level 5): $73,100 - $98,900

Applications for this position will be accepted until **Jun. 05, 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

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Top Secret/SCI Clearance Post-Start is required.

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.

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.